The 36th ASEAN Summit themed “Cohesive and Responsive ASEAN” took place in Hanoi on June 26 under the chair by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) –The 36th ASEAN Summit themed “Cohesive and Responsive” took placein Hanoi on June 26 under the chair by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
The online opening ceremony saw the participation of leaders of the 10 ASEANmember countries, Vietnam’s National Assembly (NA) Chairwoman and Chair of 41stGeneral Assembly of ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA 41) Nguyen Thi KimNgan, NA Permanent Vice Chairwoman and head of the delegation to AIPA Tong ThiPhong, and Deputy PM, Foreign Minister and Chairman of the National ASEAN 2020Committee Pham Binh Minh.
Ambassadorsof the ASEAN member nations, and representatives from foreign diplomatic missions and international organisationsin Hanoi also attended the event.
In his opening remarks, PM Phuc highlighted the theme of the Summit in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic which is hitting theregion and the world.
He applauded the spirit ofsolidarity and coordination among the countries, and prompt actions they are takingin the fight against the disease.
The PM called for stronger cooperation among the ASEAN member nations to effectivelycope with the pandemic, affirming that Vietnam will continue to closely work withthe other ASEAN member nations in the combat.
He said ASEAN leaders will discuss measures to address the social and economicimpact caused the COVID-19 crisis, post-pandemic recovery plans for theregional countries in the immediate time, and orientations to accomplish cooperationand integration goals of ASEAN in the year.
PM Phuc thanked leaders of the ASEANmember nations and the bloc’s partner countries for their coordination with andsupport for Vietnam in joint efforts to respond to the pandemic, especiallystrong commitments at the SpecialASEAN Summit and the Special ASEAN 3Summit on COVID-19 in April.
He expressed his hope that the 36th ASEAN Summit will be an opportunity for theregional countries to affirm their solidarity, strong political will and highdetermination to overcome all the challenges.
The Vietnamese leader said helooks forward to the adoption of a Vision Statement on ASEAN'scohesion and proactive adaptation at the summit./.
ASEAN and New Zealand reiterated the commitment to further intensify their strategic partnership during the teleconferenced eighth meeting of the ASEAN-New Zealand Joint Cooperation Committee on June 25.
The 36th ASEAN Summit, the first official top-level meeting of the regional bloc in 2020 when Vietnam serves as the ASEAN Chair, will take place online on June 26 under the chair of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
The 36th ASEAN Summit, the first official top-level meeting of the regional bloc in 2020 when Vietnam serves as the ASEAN Chair, opened on June 26 under the chair of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The 36th ASEAN Summit themed “Cohesive and Responsive ASEAN” took place in Hanoi on June 26 under the chair by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc. (Photo: VNA) 
