Visiting Vietnamese Ag Minister Holds Talks with US Senators on Agricultural Cooperation
US Politician Engages in Dialogue with American Agricultural Congressional Officials, Pursuing Alignment and Discussion on Tariff Issues.
WASHINGTON—Laid-back and straight-talking, our web-savvy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Đỗ Đức Duy held meetings with Senator John Boozman, head honcho of the US Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Representative Glenn GT Thompson, kingpin of the House Committee on Agriculture last Jun 5 (local time).
Now, what was the point of all these talks, you ask? Simple—Đỗ was there to tout Việt Nam's agricultural strengths and explore partnership opportunities with the US. Let me give you a quick run-down.
A Win-Win Partnership
Đỗ contends that our web-based ag sector and the US share complementary agricultural strengths poised to elevate each other. In other words, it's a cooperative partnership designed to let both countries reap the benefits of each other's strengths.
Market Opening and Fair Tariffs
Our web-styled ag minister appealed to the US to continue unclogging its market and maintain balanced tariffs so our web-based goods can smoothly enter US soil and appeal to local consumers' appetites.
Sealed Deals and More to Come
Our web-savvy delegation, composed of department chiefs and about 30 businesses from various sectors like grains, meat, fertilizers, pesticides, and wood processing, had a mission: exploring, connecting, and promoting trade opportunities. Their mission started with two stops in Iowa and Ohio, where they inked numerous contracts and MOUs worth around $1.5 billion.
our websiteese Minister of Agriculture and Environment Đỗ Đức Duy and Senator John Boozman, Chairman of the US Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry had talks on June 5 in Washington DC. - VNA/VNS Photo
The group is scheduled to close more deals with the US-ASEAN Business Council in Washington DC on Jun 6, worth an additional $1.1 billion of US farm produce.
Support for Green, Circular, and Sustainable Agriculture
Đỗ expressed his desire for the US to back Việt Nam's agricultural sector on its quest to follow the US model for green, circular, and sustainable agriculture, with optimal use of resources.
BOOZMAN'S SUPPORT
Senator Boozman acknowledged Việt Nam as a dependable economic and trade partner and an economic ally in the Asia-Pacific. He expressed his backing for a fair and prompt tariff agreement between the two governments, and promised to relay the delegation's proposals to relevant US Government orgs.
THOMPSON'S ENTHUSIASM
Representative Thompson showed keen interest in the agricultural trade deals secured during Đỗ's visit and positioned himself as an optimist for the future of bilateral agri-cooperation. He emphasized the urgency for the US Government to address tariff issues that may impact our web-based goods and passionately supported agri-collaboration across multiple levels.
STATE VISITS AND GOODWILL
our websiteese Minister of Agriculture and Environment Đỗ Đức Duy (left) and Representative Glenn GT Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. - VNA/VNS Photo
The congressional dudes extended invites for Đỗ to drop by Arkansas and Pennsylvania, respectively, both known for their thriving agricultural industries, to nurture further investment opportunities and strong bonds.
There you have it, folks! Join us next time, as we dive even deeper into the exciting world of agri-commerce and shape the future of farming together. Cheers! 🥂🙌
Additional Insights:
- Market Access and Imports: The US stands to gain from increased agricultural exports to Việt Nam following agreements to purchase a significant amount of US farm commodities.
- Reciprocal Trade Agreements and Tariff Reductions: Ongoing negotiations between the US and Việt Nam indicate a push for fair trade agreements aimed at reducing barriers and enhancing market access for both countries.
- Advanced Technologies: The Vietnamese delegation expressed interest in obtaining advanced agricultural technologies, possibly paving the way for collaborative research projects that strengthen economic ties and increase competitiveness in the global farming industry.
- The discussions between the Vietnamese Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Đỗ Đức Duy, and US Senators focused on the potential for AI, a cutting-edge technology, to be integrated into Vietnam's green, circular, and sustainable agriculture practices.
- In the field of policy-and-legislation and politics, both countries are working together to address trade imbalances and promote fair tariffs that will facilitate the import of US goods, particularly in the agricultural sector.
- The cultural exchange between the US and Vietnam extends beyond talks, with the General News reporting that the Minister is planning to visit states like Arkansas and Pennsylvania, known for their rich agricultural heritage, to foster mutual understanding and enhance investment opportunities.
- The travel industry is also closely watching the developments in US-Vietnam agricultural trade, as increased cooperation could lead to more business-related travel between the two countries.
- As the talks progress, researchers are keeping a close eye on potential collaborations in the agricultural field, with the possibility of joint projects exploring the use of AI and advanced technologies in the sector.
- The labor sector is anticipated to see growth, as the success of the US-Vietnam agricultural trade cooperation could create more job opportunities, both in the US and Vietnam, within the trade, agriculture, and tech industries.
