Vietnamese Foreign Minister Nguyen Dy Nien said Tuesday his nation plans to allow visa-free entry for Japanese travelers and business officials.
Nien, in a meeting with Foreign Minister Yoriko Kawaguchi, said the aim is to promote Japanese tourism and investment in Vietnam and that his country is also interested in a free trade agreement to boost economic ties, according to Japanese officials.
Kawaguchi, for her part, urged Vietnam to assist Japan in its efforts to resolve security issues concerning North Korea. Vietnam has diplomatic ties with North Korea.