Vietnam’s Deputy PM Holds Bilateral Talks with China, Australia, and Algeria at ASEAN Summit

On the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM-58) in Kuala Lumpur on July 10, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bùi Thanh Sơn held separate bilateral meetings with the foreign ministers of China, Australia, and Algeria to strengthen diplomatic and economic cooperation.
In his discussion with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, both sides emphasized the importance of maintaining high-level exchanges and enhancing political trust. They agreed to accelerate the implementation of key agreements, particularly in strategic transport connectivity and railway collaboration. The two countries pledged to improve border management and promote maritime cooperation based on international law, including UNCLOS 1982, while advancing negotiations on a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea.
During his meeting with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, the two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to the Việt Nam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. They discussed strengthening cooperation in trade, digital economy, skilled labour mobility, and green transition. Both sides expressed a shared commitment to a rules-based international order and deeper regional engagement, particularly in the Mekong sub-region.
In talks with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf, Sơn welcomed Algeria’s accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), viewing it as a boost to Algeria–ASEAN ties. Both sides agreed to deepen traditional bilateral cooperation, particularly in oil and gas, trade, agriculture, and Halal products. They also pledged to enhance coordination in multilateral forums and support South–South cooperation.