The Vietnamese government leader stated his appreciation for the efforts by the Japanese Government and people in the epidemic fight, and proposed stepping up cooperation in this regard.

In the spirit of the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategic partnership and in Vietnam’s capacity as a coordinator of the ASEAN – Japan relations for 2018 – 2021 , the ASEAN Chair 2020 and a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for  the 2020 – 2021 term, PM Phuc suggested both nations continue working hand in hand to strongly develop the ASEAN- Japan ties, and effectively enhance Vietnam – Japan cooperative relations across politics, diplomacy, investment, trade and people-to-people exchange, as well as at regional and global forums.