Deputy PM Phuc said he considers France as one of Vietnam 's most important economic partners, who enjoyed bilateral trade worth $2.8 billion in 2011.
He suggested bosting cooperation in such priority field as enery, avaition and space technology, transport infrastructure and housing.
Sanchez said Vietnam, as a destination for investment, is a priority for French businesses, adding that he hopes the government will continue providing preferential policies for French investors.
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