Vietnam and Norway are set to strengthen cooperation in green transition, circular economy and climate change response as the two countries prepare to mark 55 years of diplomatic relations in 2026.
Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang met Norwegian Ambassador to Vietnam Hilde Solbakken in Hanoi on January 8 to discuss measures to deepen bilateral ties ahead of the anniversary.
Hang reaffirmed that Vietnam places importance on developing its long-standing friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Norway, noting that relations have progressed across several fields since diplomatic ties were established in 1971.
She highlighted opportunities to expand cooperation, particularly within green transition, circular economy initiatives and climate change response, and encouraged closer political and diplomatic exchanges between the two countries.
Hang also called on Norway, in its role within the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), to support efforts to advance negotiations on an EFTA–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement. She further encouraged Norwegian investment in Vietnam, including support for the country’s Just Energy Transition Partnership.
Solbakken welcomed the proposals and said Norway aims to further strengthen cooperation with Vietnam. She expressed hope that the two sides will soon hold political consultations and make progress on initiatives to facilitate official exchanges ahead of the anniversary year.
Source: VietnamPlus
