Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc (r) receives Italian Ambassador Cecilia Piccion, who came to say farewell at the end of her tenure, in Hà Nội on Wednesday.- VNA/VNS Photo Thống Nhất HÀ NỘI – Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc received Italian Ambassador Cecilia Piccion, who came to say farewell at the end of her tenure, in Hà Nội on Wednesday. At the reception, the PM lauded the successful tenure of the diplomat, adding that she made made various contributions to the development of Việt Nam – Italy ties. Bilateral relations saw strides during her term, and many Italian firms had come to Việt Nam to invest in the country. However, the potential for co-operation remained huge, especially in trade and investment, he noted. The EU – Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) would be a driving force to lift two-way trade turnover and investment, as well as a good opportunity for businesses of the countries, Phúc said, voicing his hope that Italy would push the signing and ratification of the deal. The Vietnamese Government would create optimal conditions for foreign investors, including those from Italy, he pledged. The Government leader also expressed his belief that the Italian diplomat would contribute to Việt Nam-Italy ties in her new position. For her part, Ambassador Piccion thanked the Vietnamese Government, ministries and authorities for their support to her during her work in the country, and voiced her hope for the early signing and ratification of the EVFTA. Italy is the fourth biggest trade… [Read full story]
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