Giang said Vietnam and ASEAN value their partnership with New Zealand. He called on both sides to work on their agreed goals and priorities.

Giang proposed that ASEAN and New Zealand work together to support international law. He asked New Zealand to help keep the East Sea safe and stable.

Giang suggested that both sides follow the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement. He also proposed cooperation in green economy and digital economy.

Giang asked New Zealand to share its experience in digital economy with ASEAN member states.

Vietnam plans to host the ASEAN-New Zealand Forum on Sub-regional Cooperation in June 2026.

Participating countries were happy with the progress in ASEAN-New Zealand relations.

Two-way trade between ASEAN and New Zealand reached 13.3 billion USD in 2025. ASEAN welcomed 630,000 visitors from New Zealand.

Both sides agreed to work harder on their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. They stressed the need to uphold multilateralism and international law.

ASEAN and New Zealand will work together on energy and essential goods supply chains. They will also collaborate on energy transition and digital economy.

New Zealand reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and prosperity.

New Zealand supports ASEAN centrality and will stay active in ASEAN-led mechanisms.

New Zealand praised Vietnam's role in upgrading ASEAN-New Zealand relations.

Giang met with Morton to discuss bilateral relations. He also met with New Zealand Minister Nicola Grigg.

The meeting ended with a positive note.