Hanoi, Oct. 26 -- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh joined leaders of other ASEAN member states and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the 28th ASEAN-Japan Summit on October 26 afternoon.

In his remarks, Prime Minister Chinh called for enhanced economic connectivity towards a green, inclusive, and comprehensive transformation in the digital era, urging both sides to soon upgrade the ASEAN-Japan Free Trade Agreement. He highlighted the need to prioritise cooperation in digital and green economies, sustainable supply chains, and early completion of the ASEAN-Japan Air Services Agreement.

He also suggested stepping up cooperation in education, training, health care, science and technology, and environmental protection to narrow develop...