The Ministry of Industry and Trade announced the conclusion of the 5th direct negotiation round for the Vietnam-US Trade Agreement in Washington D.C., USA, following three days of intensive discussions.
Leading the Vietnamese delegation was Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien, accompanied by representatives from various ministries and agencies, including Public Security, Foreign Affairs, Finance, Home Affairs, Agriculture and Environment, Science and Technology, Justice, and the State Bank of Vietnam.
Significant progress was made across multiple sectors, including services, digital trade, agriculture, technical barriers to trade (TBT), and sanitary and phytosanitary measures (SPS). Both parties substantially narrowed their differences on remaining issues. During the closing session, representatives from the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) and the Vietnamese delegation hailed the outcomes as “highly positive,” setting a strong foundation for the swift finalization of the Vietnam-US Trade Agreement.
Deputy Minister Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan, Deputy Head of the Government Negotiation Delegation, and U.S. Deputy Trade Representative Rick Switzer
The U.S. delegation commended Vietnam’s proactive approach, flexibility, and commitment, particularly following the direct dialogue between Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer prior to the formal technical negotiations. In response to Vietnam’s requests, the U.S. provided initial positive feedback and pledged to address these matters within the broader negotiation framework.
Both sides agreed on a follow-up work plan, including upcoming online sessions to resolve outstanding issues and prepare for a ministerial-level virtual negotiation between Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, scheduled for November.
Alongside the negotiations, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien held meetings with the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, the Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, and leaders from technology, semiconductor, and footwear-apparel associations to foster bilateral economic, trade, and investment ties, while advocating for the Trade Agreement’s progress.
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