As the United States and Vietnam mark the first anniversary of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and 30 years of the normalization of relations, Arun Venkataraman, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service, visits Vietnam to reflect on the relationship’s achievements and discuss future goals. In an interview with The Saigon Times, Venkataraman discusses the relationship’s growth, future collaborations, and strategies to enhance Vietnam’s investment appeal amid global economic shifts. The Saigon Times: Could you elaborate on the purpose of your visit to Vietnam and its significance for U.S.-Vietnam relations? Arun Venkataraman: I am here to commemorate a historic milestone in U.S.-Vietnam relations: the one-year anniversary of our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and three decades since normalization. This visit underscores the solid growth in trade and investment ties between our nations, which truly reflects our deep economic integration. It is thrilling to witness the progress firsthand and explore how we can further align our economic goals for shared prosperity. What steps have the U.S. and Vietnam taken to build a strong trade relationship? The robust trade relationship we see today stems from a mutual commitment to closer economic collaboration and […]