Hanoi, July 9 -- Vietnam will continue working closely with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states to sign their free trade agreement (FTA) at an early date and effectively implement its commitments, paving the way for stronger trade and investment ties while expanding cooperation in the areas of mutual interest. Spokeswoman of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang made the remarks in response to reporters' questions about the conclusion of the Vietnam-EFTA FTA, at the ministry's regular press briefing on July 9. Hang said Vietnam and the EFTA member states issued a joint communique on July 2 announcing the successful conclusion of negotiations on the agreement, reflecting both sides' strong determinat...