Mr Putin and Mr Luong had a one-on-one talk before the delegations of the two countries held consultations.
The two leaders discussed various aspects of Russian-Vietnamese interaction and relevant international problems. They paid particular attention to the plans to develop trade and economic cooperation, above all in the fuel and energy sphere, and in engineering, agriculture and construction. They also exchanged opinions on strengthening stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region and the world as a whole.
After the talks President Putin and President Luong made statements to the press.
See also
Opening Remarks at Extended Russian-Vietnamese Talks
May 18, 2004
Press Statements following Russian-Vietnamese Talks
May 18, 2004