Ppt_Bản tiếng Anh VN Germany and VN - EU relations .pptx

Recommendatioon:
Politics - Strategy
Enhance high-level delegation exchanges and maintain bilateral dialogue mechanisms to strengthen trust.
Optimize the roles of PCA, FPA, and Vietnam-Germany, Vietnam-EU Joint Committees.
Develop a regular evaluation system and dialogue forums on e-commerce, investment, digital transformation, and energy transition.
Economics - Trade
Strengthen technology transfer and organize investment forums on energy transition, digital technologies, etc.
Effectively implement EVFTA and EVIPA, remove trade barriers, simplify customs procedures, and support businesses in meeting EU technical standards (such as safety, hygiene, and food safety standards).
Development
Cooperate on the development of digital infrastructure and transportation through Global Gateway; support the development of Metro systems, 5G, and Big Data.
Cooperate in high-tech research, innovation, and leverage Horizon Europe Program for research exchanges.
Expand student exchanges, scholarships, vocational training cooperation, and facilitate the migration of skilled Vietnamese workers to Germany/EU.
Support Vietnamese communities in Germany/EU, leveraging their role as a bridge in strengthening bilateral relations.

1. Proposals and recommendations to promote Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations in the new Indo-Pacific context

2. 01 New Indo-Pacific context 02 03 Recommendations to promote Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations Current practices in Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations Main context

3. Strategic competition among major powers: U.S. promotes Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy (FOIP), Quad (QUAD), and Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). China: Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Global Development Initiative (GDI), Global Security Initiative (GSI), Global Civilization Initiative (GCI). The EU and Germany: Global Gateway. ASEAN: AOIP Vision, emphasizing the principles of independence and self-reliance. New Indo-Pacific context

4. New Indo-Pacific context (cont.) Economic Transformation and Supply Chains: COVID-19 and geopolitical tensions have accelerated the diversification of supply chains. Vietnam benefits from "China +1" strategy. Challenges: Development disparities between countries. Traditional and Non-traditional Security Challenges: Hotspots: South China Sea, Taiwan Strait, Korean Peninsula. Transnational challenges: Terrorism, organized crime, cybersecurity, etc. Trends in Digital Transformation and Green Development: Digital economy, e-commerce, AI, cloud computing, blockchain. The need for cooperation in technology development.

5. 2. Current practices in Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations

6. 2. Current practices in Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations (Cont.) Politics - Security The political and security relations between Vietnam-Germany and EU are developed based on respect for international law and a commitment to promoting regional stability. Strategic Partnerships with Germany (2011) and EU (2019). EU and Germany respect international law on freedom of navigation in South China Sea. Economics - Trade EVFTA Agreement has made Vietnam the EU's largest trading partner in ASEAN and the 15th globally. Vietnam-Germany Trade: $12 billion (2023). FDI: Germany has invested $2.74 billion in 464 projects and committed €61 million in ODA for the 2024-2025 period.

7. 2. Current practices in Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations (Cont.) Defense Signed the Crisis Management Participation Agreement (PFA) with EU (May 2020), establishing a legal framework for Vietnam’s participation in the Common Security and Defense Policy (CSDP), demonstrating Vietnam’s commitment to global security and opening opportunities for cooperation in peacekeeping and enhancing crisis response capabilities. The scale of cooperation remains modest. As of October 2024, Vietnam and EU are strengthening security and defense cooperation. Culture - Society There is a Vietnamese community of 170,000 people in Germany, with 7,500 students studying in Germany. Organizations like Goethe Institute, KAS, and FES cooperate in education and research.

8. 2. Current practices in Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU relations (Cont.) Technology Cooperation in high-tech transfer and developing Industry 4.0-standard human resources. German corporations (such as Bosch) and EU support Vietnam in e-commerce, e-government, and digital skills development. Energy Vietnam's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050, with Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) providing $15.5 billion in support. Germany supports the development of renewable energy (wind, solar) through projects by PNE AG and Siemens Gamesa, contributing to reducing dependence on coal.

9. 3. Recommendations Basis for Promoting Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU Relations. Recommendations for Strengthening Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU Relations.

10. Basis for Promoting Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU Relations Benefits for Vietnam in Relations with Germany and the EU Security: Relations with Germany and EU ensure peace and stability, supporting Vietnam's stance on freedom of navigation in South China Sea. Development: EVFTA boosts Vietnam's competitiveness, digital transformation, and sustainable growth. Germany supports renewable technologies and vocational training. Position: Enhances Vietnam's international standing; Vietnam is EU's largest trade partner in ASEAN and receives support through JETP agreement. Benefits for Germany and the EU in Relations with Vietnam Geopolitics: Vietnam is a key partner in Germany and EU's Indo-Pacific strategies. Economics - Trade: Vietnam is a promising market and an attractive investment destination with EVFTA legal framework. Culture - Society: Vietnamese communities in Germany fosters cultural exchange and educational cooperation. Environment: Vietnam is a potential partner in the development of renewable energy and cooperation on climate change through Paris Agreement.

11. Recommendations for Strengthening Vietnam-Germany and Vietnam-EU Relations Politics - Strategy Enhance high-level delegation exchanges and maintain bilateral dialogue mechanisms to strengthen trust. Optimize the roles of PCA, FPA, and Vietnam-Germany, Vietnam-EU Joint Committees. Develop a regular evaluation system and dialogue forums on e-commerce, investment, digital transformation, and energy transition. Economics - Trade Strengthen technology transfer and organize investment forums on energy transition, digital technologies, etc. Effectively implement EVFTA and EVIPA, remove trade barriers, simplify customs procedures, and support businesses in meeting EU technical standards (such as safety, hygiene, and food safety standards). Development Cooperate on the development of digital infrastructure and transportation through Global Gateway; support the development of Metro systems, 5G, and Big Data. Cooperate in high-tech research, innovation, and leverage Horizon Europe Program for research exchanges. Expand student exchanges, scholarships, vocational training cooperation, and facilitate the migration of skilled Vietnamese workers to Germany/EU. Support Vietnamese communities in Germany/EU, leveraging their role as a bridge in strengthening bilateral relations.

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