THAI VAN LONG

Abstract: In December 2020, ASEAN and the EU elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, focusing on socio-economic recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic; strengthening and further consolidating two-way trade and investment flows; promoting sustainable development, addressing the global challenge of climate change; strengthening security cooperation; and strengthening multilateralism based on international law. Vietnam values and contributes positively to the ASEAN - EU strategic partnership in areas such as building trust, understanding, and responsibility in creating and maintaining a peaceful environment; and actively contributing to the international community’s efforts in humanitarian activities or response to global challenges.

Keywords: ASEAN - EU strategic partnership; Vietnam