They said that both Vietnam and the US have considerable potential for cooperation in such areas as green energy, new materials, nano technology, electronics, bio-technology, production of solar panels, and communications. 

The US Consul General in HCM City, Kenneth Fairfax, said Vietnam has achieved rapid growth in science and technology in recent years and many US companies have successfully invested in hi-tech industries in the city.

He suggested that the two countries’ scientists establish “new and long-term” relations to share information and increase cooperation in science and technology.