Hanoi, April 18 -- In her recent interview with VGP, Syrstad held that it was rooted in long-standing collaboration in blue and green sectors, reinforcing shared climate and economic commitments while providing a framework to translate cooperation into concrete actions.

The new partnership would help create jobs, promote sustainable growth, improve competitiveness, and contribute to long-term economic development, she said, adding that the this framework, together with the upcoming Viet Nam-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Free Trade Agreement, would create a more favorable environment for trade, investment, and business cooperation.

Regarding the key priority areas, the Green Strategic Partnership covers both existing cooperation...