Hanoi, July 23 -- The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-59) and related meetings.

Le underscored that Viet Nam considers the U.S. as one of its most important partners and expects to work closely with the U.S. to further deepen bilateral relations towards a comprehensive, effective, substantive, and mutually beneficial manner, serving the interests of both peoples while contributing positively to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.

He conveyed a message from General Secretary and President To Lam to President Donald Trump, affirming Viet Nam's high regard for its relationship with the U.S. and its wish to continue advancing bilateral ties in a subs...