US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said reciprocal trade negotiations with Vietnam were nearing a final outcome during a September 21 meeting with Vietnamese leader Tô Lâm in New York, according to VnExpress, citing the Vietnam News Agency.

Vietnam expressed hopes for an early signing and requested a comprehensive approach to outstanding trade issues, including matters related to a Section 301 investigation. The comments concern progress in negotiations; they do not announce a signed agreement or its entry into force.