The Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc praised the ambassador's services in deepening bilateral ties between the two countries. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc Phuc said that Austria's ODA has helped Vietnam improve living conditions in disadvantaged areas. Vietnam hoped that Austria would encourage the EU to ratify the EU Free Trade Agreement to generate opportunities for businesses from both sides. Ambassador Loidl said the Austrian government prioritised boosting business with Vietnam. Austria would continue to provide ODA for Vietnam and help the country's development.