At the meeting Mr. Fujioka spoke of a scientific park project in Vietnam, which will include an international university, human resource training centre, and a scientific park with modern infrastructure and  environmentally-friendly advanced technologies.

He expressed his hope that the Vietnamese Government will create favourable conditions for the implementation of a project, which is expected to be a symbol of Japan-Vietnam cooperation.

Minister Phuc highly appreciated the project and urged both sides to coordinate in ensuring the feasibility of the project.

** On the same day, Minister Phuc received the President of the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) Kim In Kyu who is in Vietnam for the eighth Asia Media Summit. 

Kim In Kyu informed Minister Phuc about the outcomes of his meeting with the VTV General Director, during which KBS and VTV reached cooperative agreements on information and image exchange and reportage. He said KBS and VTV will work together to hold a gala programme on the 20^th anniversary of Republic of Korea – Vietnam diplomatic ties. 

Minister Phuc expressed his delight at the development of the two countries’ cooperation.

The cultural similarities between the Rok and Vietnam will be a favourable condition for both countries to promote their multifaceted cooperation in the long run, he said.