Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested a US business group, U.S.-Asean Business Council, to continue supporting Vietnam's efforts to secure a final tariff agreement with the Trump administration.
Vietnam was surprised by President Donald Trump's announcement of a 20% tariff agreement and seeks to negotiate for a lower rate.
Leaders of Vietnam and the US have reached a consensus on the deal's framework, but Vietnam aims to obtain a reasonable and detailed tariff agreement with the help of the US business group.
The Vietnamese Prime Minister urged the US business group to oppose trade defense measures against Vietnamese exports, actions that could harm bilateral ties, and to advocate for recognizing Vietnam as a market economy.