The Indonesian official affirmed that Indonesia always considers Vietnam an important economic and trade partner in Southeast Asia. He noted that although bilateral trade cooperation has developed positively in recent years, there are still some barriers hindering the partnership.

In order to continue to promote bilateral ties, he suggested that Vietnam resume delegation exchange activities as well as cooperation mechanisms, including the annual forum between the two ministries which has been halted for years.

He highlighted the cooperation potential between the two countries in aquaculture and the electric automobile industry. He said that Indonesia hopes to learn from Vietnam's experience in aquatic farming, production and export as well as fisheries activities, which is a strength of Vietnam.

Indonesia also wants Vietnamese investors and businesses to cooperate with their Indonesian peers in electric vehicle (EV) production, a strong sector of Indonesia, he said.

For his part, Dien agreed that the resumption of the bilateral cooperation and information exchange mechanisms is necessary for the two sides to update each other on bilateral cooperation and settle obstacles and problems in bilateral trade ties.
 
Source: en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnam-indonesia-seek-stronger-investment-trade-partnership/266558.vnp