Venezuela and Malaysia Look to Vietnam for Growth Insights at BRICS Summit
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Malaysian Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the expanded BRICS Summit, expressing interest in Vietnam’s economic development. The leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in various sectors and facilitate high-level visits to strengthen ties.
During a meeting on the sidelines of the expanded BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Malaysian Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli articulated their keen interest in Vietnam’s impressive developmental trajectory. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh welcomed the leaders and reaffirmed the enduring friendship and comprehensive partnership between Vietnam and Venezuela. He expressed aspirations to enhance the countries’ economic, trade, and investment relations, with President Maduro responding positively while noting Vietnam’s substantial socio-economic progress over the past decade. In pursuit of deeper cooperation, both parties agreed to convene a session of the Intergovernmental Committee, aiming to effectively implement existing agreements and explore new areas of collaboration, particularly in agriculture, oil, and telecommunications. Furthermore, President Maduro extended an invitation for high-ranking Vietnamese officials to visit Venezuela, reciprocated by an invitation from PM Chinh for President Maduro to visit Vietnam. In a separate meeting, Malaysian Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli conveyed his admiration for Vietnam’s rapid economic growth and emphasized the necessity of strengthening cooperative efforts in emerging sectors such as energy transition and electronics manufacturing. He advocated for increased Malaysian investment in high-tech and value-added industries, also expressing interest in Vietnam’s development strategies for the creative industry. Prime Minister Chinh requested Minister Ramli to relay his greetings to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, reaffirming the commitments established during the recent ASEAN Summits. He congratulated Malaysia on its upcoming chairmanship of ASEAN in 2025 and assured continued Vietnamese support for achieving a successful ASEAN agenda. Additionally, PM Chinh met with Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla during the summit, where he recognized the challenges faced by Cuba amid recent natural disasters. He reiterated Vietnam’s commitment to assisting Cuba in overcoming these difficulties. The two countries also discussed the importance of continuing collaboration across multiple sectors and expediting the implementation of previous agreements to bolster trade and agricultural cooperation for enhanced food security.
The discussions held during the expanded BRICS Summit highlight the increasing interest from nations like Venezuela and Malaysia in emulating Vietnam’s successful economic strategies. Vietnam’s remarkable socio-economic transformation over the past decade has positioned it as a model for developing countries seeking growth. Both Venezuela and Malaysia are exploring ways to enhance cooperation with Vietnam by learning from its experiences, particularly in areas such as agriculture, technology, and investment. The summit thus served as a pivotal platform for fostering international partnerships and expanding economic collaborations in the region.
In conclusion, the meetings between PM Pham Minh Chinh and the leaders of Venezuela and Malaysia signify an important step in strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic cooperation. The mutual interests in learning from Vietnam’s development experience underscore the potential for collaborative growth among nations. As these countries aim to leverage Vietnam’s successful strategies, ongoing dialogues and high-level visits will be crucial in fostering enhanced partnerships and addressing common challenges.
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