PM hopes for Norway’s more support in climate change adaptation

November 05, 2014 | 16:51

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PM Nguyen Tan Dung has expressed his wish that Norway will continue granting official development assistance (ODA) to Viet Nam in order to help the country deal with climate change and prevent natural disasters.

PM Nguyen Tan Dung (R) and Norwegian Ambassador to Viet Nam Siren Gjerme Erikse, Ha Noi, November 4, 2014 - Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

Receiving newly-accredited Norwegian Ambassador to Viet Nam Siren Gjerme Erikse in Ha Noi on November 4, the PM said he is delighted at the development of bilateral cooperation over the past time and affirmed both sides’ determination to deepen it in the future.

Stressing great potential for Viet Nam-Norway cooperation, he suggested the two countries further ties in politics-diplomacy, economy-trade-investment, science-technology, health, education, culture and tourism.

He spoke highly of Norway ’s active role in accelerating negotiations for the Europe-Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement, expressing his belief that once the deal is signed, it will pave the way for the two nations to promote their trade and investment.

The Vietnamese Government always supports and create favourable conditions for the ambassador to fulfill his missions in Viet Nam, PM Nguyen Tan Dung said.

In reply, Ambassador Siren Gjerme Erikse pledged to do his utmost to coordinate with Vietnamese ministries and agencies in implementing agreements reached between the two countries.

She said her country attaches importance to fostering cooperation with Viet Nam in coping with climate change and sea level rises.

She also called for Viet Nam’s support for Norway in promoting its cooperation with ASEAN countries.-VNA

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