30th anniversary of Vietnam-Ukraine diplomatic ties marked in Hanoi
A ceremony took place in Hanoi on January 21 to mark the 30th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Ukraine (January 23, 1992 – 2022).
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, Chairwoman of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – A ceremony took place in Hanoi onJanuary 21 to mark the 30th anniversary of the diplomaticrelations between Vietnam and Ukraine (January 23, 1992 – 2022).
The event was co-organised the Vietnam Union of FriendshipOrganisations (VUFO), Vietnam-Ukraine Friendship Association (VUFA), andUkrainian Embassy in Vietnam.
In his remarks, Chairman of the VUFA Dang Van Chien said sincethe establishment of the ties, the bilateral friendship and cooperation havegrown robustly, particularly in trade, economy, agro-fishery, garment-textiles, machineryproduction, technology transfer, and tourism, among others.
Generations of Vietnamese always remember Ukraine’s valuablesupport toward Vietnam during its struggle for independence in the past as well as nationalconstruction and development, Chien said.
Currently, Vietnam is among the top five biggest partners ofUkraine in Asia. Ukraine houses about 1,400 Vietnamesestudents and some 10,000 Vietnamese expatriates.
Chien noted that his association, set up in January 12,1995, has made significant contributions to fostering the solidarity, traditionalfriendship, and cooperation between Vietnamese and Ukrainian people.
Attending the ceremony, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga,Chairwoman of the VUFO, expressed her belief in future growth of the tiesthanks to the nations’ potential, strengths, efforts, and determination.
Natalya Zhynkina, Ukrainian Chargé d'Affaires to Vietnam,affirmed Ukraine stands ready to be a trustworthy partner of Vietnam in Europe.
The Ukrainian Embassy in Vietnam is willing to support the VUFAin organising exchanges and friendship activities between the two peoples./.
Measures are needed to propel economic and trade ties between Vietnam and Ukraine, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Ukraine Nguyen Hong Thach at a meeting with the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI) on December 23,
Vietnamese Ambassador to Ukraine Nguyen Hong Thach and Ukrainian Deputy Minister for Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture Taras Kachka agreed to make greater efforts to push bilateral trade to 1 billion USD within the next three years.
Vietnam and Ukraine have discussed measures to remove hurdles and facilitate bilateral trade cooperation at the 15th session of Vietnam-Ukraine Inter-Governmental Commission for Economic, Trade and Science and Technology Cooperation.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, Chairwoman of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (Photo: VNA) 
