Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung in phone talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. (Photo: Thanh Long)

The two Foreign Ministers expressed their delight at the positive developments in Vietnam-Kuwait relations, especially in 2026, when the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations (January 10, 1976 - January 10, 2026).

Emphasizing the significance of former Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visit to Kuwait and the upgrade of bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership in 2025, the two Ministers agreed to focus on effectively implementing high-level commitments and agreements. The immediate priority is to unify the implementation of the Action Program for the Joint Declaration on the Strategic Partnership, promoting delegation exchanges and high-level contacts in the near future.

Regarding energy cooperation, Minister Le Hoai Trung suggested that the Kuwaiti Government direct the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) and the Kuwait Petroleum International (KPI) to collaborate in promoting the construction of a regional strategic oil reserve in Vietnam, ensuring a stable supply of crude oil. He also urged cooperation with Vietnam and relevant parties to facilitate the operations of the Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical Complex – a symbolic project of the Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung suggested that the Kuwaiti government ensure a stable supply of crude oil in Vietnam. (Photo: Thanh Long)

Regarding the regional situation, Minister Le Hoai Trung reiterated Vietnam and ASEAN's positions and expressed concern over the complex developments in the region, sharing sympathy for the damages Kuwait and other regional countries have suffered.

Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung affirmed Vietnam's consistent stance of resolving all disagreements and disputes through peaceful means, based on adherence to the United Nations Charter and international law. He emphasized the importance of ensuring security, safety, and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the stability of the global energy supply chain, hoping for peace, security, and stability to be restored in the region soon.

The two Ministers also agreed to continue close coordination and mutual support at international organizations and multilateral forums, especially at the United Nations, enhancing connections between the GCC and ASEAN, contributing to promoting peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.

On this occasion, Minister Le Hoai Trung extended a cordial invitation to Minister Sheikh Jarrah to visit Vietnam soon, which Minister Sheikh Jarrah gladly accepted.