80th anniversary of Vietnam People's Army celebrated abroad
The Vietnamese Embassies and Defence Attaché Office in Indonesia, Singapore and Belarus held ceremonies to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) (December 22,1944-2024) and the 35 years of the All-People Defence Festival (1989 - 2024) on December 5.
Defence Attaché in Indonesia Colonel Nguyen Tuan Duc speaks at the celebration in Jakarta. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)𒆙 – The Vietnamese Embassies and Defence Attaché Office in Indonesia, Singapore and Belarus held ceremonies to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) (December 22,1944-2024) and the 35 years of the All-People Defence Festival (1989 - 2024) on December 5.
At the event in Jakarta, Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Ta Van Thong briefted nearly 300 guests about the history of VPA. He expressed his gratitude to Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of National Defence, and Indonesian people for their practical contributions to strengthening the two countries’ cooperation in all aspects, including defence , helping safeguard the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the two countries, as well as maintain peace, security and prosperity in the region.
Defence Attaché in Indonesia Colonel Nguyen Tuan Duc said that Vietnam is moving towards greater transparency in its defence policy to enhance understanding and build trust between Vietnam and the international community; create conditions to improve the efficiency of international cooperation and integration in the field of defence between Vietnam and other countries and solve emerging security issues.
Up to now, Vietnam has participated in many multilateral defence and military mechanisms and forums regionally and internationaly; established defence relations with more than 100 countries; and opened Defense Attaché Offices in 35 countries and the United Nations. In addition, 42 countries have set up Defense Attaché Offices in Vietnam.
Particularly, the Vietnam-Indonesia defence and military relations have been constantly strengthened and developed in recent years, Duc said.
Meanwhile, at the ceremony in Singapore, Vietnamese Defence Attaché Colonel Nguyen Le Phuong affirmed that the Vietnam-Singapore defence cooperation is growing strongly, substantively and effectively, helping to consolidate and enhance strategic trust, becoming one of the important pillars of promoting the strategic partnership between the two countries, contributing to maintaining an environment of peace, stability and friendship in the region.
People at the ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) (December 22,1944-2024) in Singapore. (Photo: VNA)
According to Vietnamese Ambassador Mai Phuoc Dung, along with the very good political relations between the two countries, their defence relations are also developing comprehensively. When the two countries upgrade their relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership, the potential for defence cooperation will expand, he noted.
While in Minsk, Belarus, Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Ngu said that implementing Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy in recent years, the VPA has actively promoted international integration and defence diplomacy at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
It has actively participated in UN peacekeeping missions, international cooperation in the field of non-traditional security, humanitarian assistance, search and rescue, overcoming the consequences of war, making worthy contributions to creating an environment of peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world./.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela, in collaboration with the institute for strategic and operational studies under the Venezuelan Ministry of Defence, organised a seminar on November 20 on the formation and development process of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) on the occasion of the VPA’s 80th founding anniversary (December 22, 1944 - 2024).
A hotline between the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) and the High Command of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) was put into use on August 15.
An exhibition, co-hosted by the Ho Chi Minh Museum and the Vietnam Military History Museum, opened in Hanoi on April 26, showcasing the Dien Bien Phu Victory and the remarkable development of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA).
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.
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.
