Washington D.C., April 11 -- Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc met with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who has been appointed as the lead US negotiator for trade talks with Vietnam, in Washington D.C. on April 10 (local time), as part of his visit to the US in his capacity as the special envoy of Party General Secretary To Lam to discuss bilateral economic and trade issues. Phoc affirmed Vietnam's commitment to deepening its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the US and its wish to foster a balanced, harmonious, and sustainable bilateral economic and trade relationship. The deputy PM lauded the sides' agreement to kick off negotiations on a reciprocal trade deal. He confirmed Vietnam's readiness to engage in talks and urged bo...