State President Luong Cuong (R) welcomes Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam and Brunei have issued a Joint Statement on link sbobet mới nhất occasion of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah’s state visit to Vietnam from November 30 to December 2.
link sbobet mới nhất following is link sbobet mới nhất full text of link sbobet mới nhất Joint Statement.
VIETNAM – BRUNEI DARUSSALAM JOINT STATEMENT
At link sbobet mới nhất invitation of His Excellency Mr. Luong Cuong, President of link sbobet mới nhất Socialist Republic of Vietnam, His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, made a State Visit to Vietnam from 30 November to 2 December 2025.
During link sbobet mới nhất visit, His Majesty was accorded a ceremonial welcome, held official talks with President Luong Cuong, and paid courtesy calls on General Secretary of link sbobet mới nhất Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and President of link sbobet mới nhất National Assembly Tran Thanh Man.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders noted link sbobet mới nhất socio-economic developments in both countries and expressed pleasure at link sbobet mới nhất substantive and positive progress in bilateral relations since link sbobet mới nhất elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Partnership in 2019. link sbobet mới nhất Leaders underscored link sbobet mới nhất importance of link sbobet mới nhất Plan of Action for link sbobet mới nhất Implementation of link sbobet mới nhất Comprehensive Partnership between Vietnam and Brunei Darussalam for 2023-2027, and agreed to work closely to ensure its comprehensive and effective realisation.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders affirmed their commitment to further strengthen cooperation in all areas, including political, defence and security, trade and investment, energy, education, culture and society, people-to-people exchanges, and other areas of mutual interest, as well as cooperation within multilateral frameworks.
Political Cooperation
Both sides recognised link sbobet mới nhất importance of maintaining regular exchanges of high-level delegations and contacts across all channels, including link sbobet mới nhất State, Government, National Assembly, people, and localities to strengthen political trust and mutual understanding. They agreed to organise activities to commemorate link sbobet mới nhất 35th anniversary of link sbobet mới nhất establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Brunei Darussalam in 2027. Both sides acknowledged link sbobet mới nhất effectiveness of link sbobet mới nhất Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC), co-chaired by link sbobet mới nhất Foreign Ministers, as well as other existing dialogue and sectoral cooperation mechanisms.
Defence and Security Cooperation
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders noted link sbobet mới nhất positive outcomes of cooperation between link sbobet mới nhất Defence Ministries and Armed Forces of both countries in link sbobet mới nhất following areas: implementation of link sbobet mới nhất Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation in 2005 and link sbobet mới nhất Memorandum of Understanding on Naval Cooperation in 2013; establishing and maintaining effective mechanisms between link sbobet mới nhất armed forces of both countries including link sbobet mới nhất Joint Defence Working Group (JDWG) meeting; enhancing link sbobet mới nhất professional capacity of officers and personnel through joint training and courses; promoting cooperation in maritime security and safety, defence industry, cybersecurity, counter-terrorism, defence intelligence information exchanges; and exploring cooperation between Vietnam Coast Guard and Brunei maritime law enforcement agencies.
Both sides commit to continued close coordination and mutual support at multilateral defence forums, particularly under ASEAN frameworks such as link sbobet mới nhất ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM), ADMM Plus, ASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces’ Meeting (ACDFM), and ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF).
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders also agreed to promote maritime cooperation among others, through dialogue and exchanging experiences and information, as well as addressing maritime security challenges in accordance with international law, in particular link sbobet mới nhất 1982 United Nations Convention on link sbobet mới nhất Law of link sbobet mới nhất Sea (UNCLOS), in order to ensure safe and secure seas.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders reaffirmed link sbobet mới nhất importance of cooperation in public security through link sbobet mới nhất sharing of information and experiences in combating transnational organised crimes such as illicit drug trafficking, trafficking in persons, people smuggling, terrorism, cybercrime, and money laundering. They expressed satisfaction with link sbobet mới nhất regional cooperation under link sbobet mới nhất ASEAN Ministers Meeting on Transnational Crime (AMMTC), ASEAN Chiefs of National Police (ASEANAPOL), and ASEAN Intelligence Community Conference (AICC). link sbobet mới nhất Leaders welcomed link sbobet mới nhất new progress in security cooperation within bilateral and ASEAN frameworks, including negotiations on agreements relating to preventing and combating transnational crimes, extradition, and link sbobet mới nhất transfer of prisoners. They also welcomed link sbobet mới nhất Signing Ceremony of link sbobet mới nhất United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime in Ha Noi and agreed to amend domestic procedures for its ratification and contribute to link sbobet mới nhất early entry into force of link sbobet mới nhất Convention.
Economic Cooperation
Trade: link sbobet mới nhất Leaders expressed pleasure in achieving ahead of schedule link sbobet mới nhất trade target of 500 million USD by 2025, and agreed to work closely in doubling link sbobet mới nhất two-way trade by 2035 through diversifying import and export products and aiming for balanced trade.
Both sides agreed to enhance trade promotion and encouraged greater engagement between businesses and business associations of both countries, including deepening linkages and cooperation in agriculture, forestry, and fishery products. They also agreed to explore measures to facilitate bilateral trade, including through improved customs procedures and by leveraging existing FTAs to which both are parties. Both sides expressed openness to continue discussions on rice trade cooperation, particularly to facilitate opportunities for importers to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation in food security. link sbobet mới nhất Leaders also encouraged both business communities to enhance trade and freight transport activities through BIMP-EAGA and link sbobet mới nhất Mekong sub-region.
Investment: Vietnam reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating investments from Brunei Darussalam through link sbobet mới nhất Brunei Investment Agency (BIA), and other Bruneian organisations and investors in projects aimed at developing link sbobet mới nhất International Financial Centre. Brunei Darussalam welcomed and extended support for Vietnamese investors to expand business activities in Brunei Darussalam, particularly in sectors that align with link sbobet mới nhất goals and priorities of Wawasan 2035.
Digital Economy: link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to promote cooperation in new areas such as digital economy, green transformation, and circular economy through sharing of best practices, capacity building, encouraging cooperation between relevant agencies, organisations and businesses and establishing research cooperation mechanisms between institutes and universities.
Halal Cooperation: link sbobet mới nhất Leaders recognised link sbobet mới nhất vast potential to collaborate in link sbobet mới nhất Halal industry, including promoting cooperation between link sbobet mới nhất Halal certification bodies of both countries towards mutual recognition of Halal certification. Vietnam encouraged Bruneian enterprises to invest in building Halal industrial zones, developing Halal food and production projects in Vietnam. Brunei Darussalam encouraged Vietnamese enterprises and localities to cooperate with Bruneian partners in link sbobet mới nhất production and processing of Halal-standard food production for link sbobet mới nhất domestic markets of both countries, and also exportation to third countries. link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed that both sides would share their experience on Halal-related issues, including good practices and processes in Halal food production, and support capacity building of experts in this field through training programs and experience sharing.
Agriculture and Fisheries: link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, fisheries and food security by encouraging businesses, universities and research institutions to strengthen exchanges and research cooperation in agriculture, fisheries and food security. Brunei Darussalam committed to facilitating Vietnamese businesses to expand investments in agriculture, fisheries and food security by strengthening cooperation with businesses and partners on link sbobet mới nhất basis of mutual benefit, towards ensuring link sbobet mới nhất resilience of regional food supply chains. Brunei Darussalam welcomes investments from Vietnam in link sbobet mới nhất fisheries sector through joint ventures with registered local enterprises towards fostering a competitive, transparent and sustainable fisheries industry.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to enhance information exchanges and cooperation to address illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Brunei Darussalam acknowledged and appreciated efforts by Vietnam in strengthening fisheries governance and sustainable practices, and looked forward to positive developments in Vietnam’s engagement with link sbobet mới nhất European Commission.
Energy Cooperation
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders welcomed their respective energy companies to cooperate on a commercial basis in link sbobet mới nhất oil and gas sector, in accordance with international law and link sbobet mới nhất principles of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefits. They welcomed businesses from both sides, especially link sbobet mới nhất Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group (PVN) and Brunei Energy Services and Trading (BEST) to increase engagement and strengthen cooperation in oil and gas trade and services, and cooperation in midstream and downstream projects; encouraged link sbobet mới nhất potential for collaboration across various areas of link sbobet mới nhất oil and gas industry and expressed openness to continued exchanges amongst relevant agencies. Brunei Darussalam encouraged greater participation from Vietnamese businesses, including potential trade and investment opportunities.
Brunei Darussalam highly appreciated link sbobet mới nhất positive contributions of PetroVietnam Drilling and Well Service Corporation (PV Drilling) in delivering drilling services to Brunei Darussalam's oil and gas industry, particularly in link sbobet mới nhất upstream sector. Both sides encouraged link sbobet mới nhất continued expansion of cooperation between PV Drilling and its partners in Brunei Darussalam in link sbobet mới nhất provision of drilling and well services, and affirmed their support for facilitating processes where appropriate.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to further strengthen cooperation extended to link sbobet mới nhất area of energy transition, through, among others, link sbobet mới nhất exchanges of expertise, training and capacity building, enhanced business and investment collaborations, as well as mutual consideration of services and opportunities between both countries.
People-to-People Exchanges
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation between educational institutions through student and teacher exchanges, joint research, training programmes, cultural activities and internships. They also welcomed link sbobet mới nhất Vietnamese Language Courses at link sbobet mới nhất Universiti of Brunei Darussalam (UBD) towards fostering mutual understanding and stronger people-to-people ties.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders also agreed to enhance linkages through sports and cultural activities, regional and international tourism events and promotional activities. They agreed on link sbobet mới nhất potential to enhance air connectivity, contributing to link sbobet mới nhất common goal of promoting substantive cooperation and deepening people-to-people exchanges.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to promote cooperation through link sbobet mới nhất parliamentary channel and continue link sbobet mới nhất close coordination in inter-parliamentary forums, especially on regional and international issues of mutual concern. Both sides will explore link sbobet mới nhất establishment of link sbobet mới nhất Vietnam - Brunei Darussalam Friendship Association and Brunei Darussalam - Vietnam Friendship Association, when appropriate.
Regional and International Issues
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders underscored link sbobet mới nhất importance of upholding multilateralism and link sbobet mới nhất rules-based international order founded on link sbobet mới nhất principles stipulated in link sbobet mới nhất Charter of link sbobet mới nhất United Nations (UN) and on link sbobet mới nhất basis of international law for link sbobet mới nhất maintenance of peace, security and prosperity, as well as sustainable development. In this regard, link sbobet mới nhất Leaders expressed their satisfaction with link sbobet mới nhất excellent cooperation and close consultation between link sbobet mới nhất two countries at regional and international fora, particularly within ASEAN and existing ASEAN-led mechanisms, link sbobet mới nhất UN, link sbobet mới nhất Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), and link sbobet mới nhất Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). Brunei Darussalam extended its steadfast support for Vietnam as link sbobet mới nhất APEC Chair in 2027. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued coordination in supporting efforts to strengthen and reform global institutions, including link sbobet mới nhất World Trade Organisation (WTO), to advance mutual interests and address global, regional and sub-regional challenges of common concern.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders agreed to promote cooperation in ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes from participating in free trade agreements such as link sbobet mới nhất Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), link sbobet mới nhất Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA).
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders emphasised link sbobet mới nhất importance of strengthening ASEAN Centrality and unity, pledged to enhance coordination to advance link sbobet mới nhất ASEAN Community building process, effectively implement link sbobet mới nhất ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and its strategic plans, and expand and deepen cooperation between ASEAN and its partners, especially in areas of common interest such as trade, investment, digital transformation, innovation, science and technology, climate change response, connectivity and food, water and energy security.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders emphasised link sbobet mới nhất important and complementary role of sub-regional development in link sbobet mới nhất regional integration process and ASEAN Community building, especially in link sbobet mới nhất field of enhancing economic integration and narrowing link sbobet mới nhất development gap, pledged to promote sustainable, inclusive and equitable development in link sbobet mới nhất ASEAN Community through linking sub-regional growth with ASEAN’s overall development and strengthening relations with sub-regional cooperation frameworks.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders underlined link sbobet mới nhất importance of upholding international law, particularly link sbobet mới nhất 1982 UNCLOS that sets out link sbobet mới nhất legal framework within which all activities in link sbobet mới nhất oceans and seas must be carried out. Both sides reaffirmed maintaining peace, security, stability, safety and freedom of navigation in and overflight above link sbobet mới nhất South China Sea and recognised link sbobet mới nhất benefits of having link sbobet mới nhất South China Sea as a sea of peace, stability and prosperity. link sbobet mới nhất Leaders emphasised link sbobet mới nhất importance of link sbobet mới nhất exercise of self-restraint and non-militarisation, and to refrain from actions that may further complicate link sbobet mới nhất situation and escalate tensions in link sbobet mới nhất South China Sea. Both sides further committed to pursue peaceful resolution of disputes, including full respect for legal and diplomatic processes, without resorting to threat or use of force, in accordance with international law, including link sbobet mới nhất 1982 UNCLOS.
They underscored link sbobet mới nhất importance for all countries concerned to promote a calm, peaceful and conducive environment, with a view to building confidence and enhancing mutual trust in link sbobet mới nhất region. In this regard, they reaffirmed link sbobet mới nhất importance of link sbobet mới nhất full and effective implementation of link sbobet mới nhất 2002 Declaration on link sbobet mới nhất Conduct of Parties in link sbobet mới nhất South China Sea (DOC) in its entirety, and looked forward to link sbobet mới nhất early conlusion of an effective and substantive Code of Conduct in link sbobet mới nhất South China Sea (COC) that is in accordance with international law, particularly link sbobet mới nhất 1982 UNCLOS.
During link sbobet mới nhất visit, both sides signed link sbobet mới nhất following documents: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between link sbobet mới nhất Government of His Majesty link sbobet mới nhất Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam and link sbobet mới nhất Government of link sbobet mới nhất Socialist Republic of Vietnam on Maritime Cooperation; MOU between link sbobet mới nhất Ministry of Agriculture and Environment of link sbobet mới nhất Socialist Republic of Vietnam and link sbobet mới nhất Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism of Brunei Darussalam on link sbobet mới nhất Use of Hotline for Information-Exchange to Address Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing; and MOU between link sbobet mới nhất Ministry of Agriculture and Environment of link sbobet mới nhất Socialist Republic of Vietnam and link sbobet mới nhất Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism of Brunei Darussalam on Cooperation in Fisheries.
link sbobet mới nhất Leaders expressed satisfaction with link sbobet mới nhất open and candid exchanges held in link sbobet mới nhất spirit of friendship and mutual understanding and looked forward to strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest. His Majesty expressed appreciation for link sbobet mới nhất warm hospitality extended to link sbobet mới nhất Brunei Darussalam delegation by link sbobet mới nhất Leaders and link sbobet mới nhất people of Vietnam during link sbobet mới nhất visit and cordially invited link sbobet mới nhất Leaders of Vietnam to pay a visit to Brunei Darussalam at a mutually convenient time./.
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