Vietnam Expands Agricultural Imports from the U.S.

Vietnam plans to increase imports of U.S. agricultural products, with hopes for reciprocal market access for its own farm produce. This was discussed by Vietnam's trade minister Nguyen Hong Dien and U.S. ambassador Marc Knapper, aiming to boost bilateral trade in agricultural goods.

Vietnam is poised to expand its importation of agricultural products from the United States, as disclosed by trade minister Nguyen Hong Dien. During discussions with U.S. ambassador to Hanoi, Marc Knapper, Dien expressed Vietnam's ambitions for enhancing bilateral trade ties through agricultural exchange.

Nguyen Hong Dien emphasized Vietnam's readiness to welcome more American agricultural produce, while simultaneously advocating for greater access to the U.S. market for Vietnamese farm goods. This proposal aims to establish a more balanced trade relationship between the two nations.

The meeting, held earlier this week, concluded with an official statement from the Vietnamese government on Friday. Both parties are keen on strengthening cooperation in the agricultural sector, reflecting a mutual interest in fostering economic growth through diversified agricultural trade.

(With inputs from agencies.)