Dear Prime Minister

On behalf of the Norwegian Government, I would like to congratulate you on your appointment as Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam.

Norway and Viet Nam enjoy excellent bilateral relations built on fruitful cooperation in a wide range of areas. Our two countries share a commitment to international law, the UN Charter, a well-functioning multilateral system, and rules-based international trade. We look forward to further deepening our collaboration, particularly in the efforts to promote the green transition.

Norway attaches great importance to the conclusion of negotiations on the Free Trade Agreement between the EFTA states (European Free Trade Association) and Viet Nam. We greatly appreciate Viet Nam’s work in hosting the recent negotiation rounds, and I am encouraged by the progress that was achieved. Norway hopes that the negotiations can be completed in time for an announcement in June this year.

I look forward to working with you to further deepen the ties between our two countries and strengthen our joint efforts in areas of mutual interest.

I wish you every success with the important responsibilities you face in your new position.

Yours sincerely

Jonas Gahr Støre