Armenian PM’s visit - a boost to Vietnam-Armenia friendship
Armenian PM’s visit - a boost to Vietnam-Armenia traditional friendship, cooperation
The upcoming official visit to Vietnam by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan from July 4-7 is expected to be a boost for the traditional friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan (Photo: AFP/VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The upcomingofficial visit to Vietnam by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and hisspouse from July 4-7 is expected to be a boost for the traditional friendshipand cooperation between the two countries.
Vietnam and Armenia havemaintained good political ties since they established diplomatic ties on July14, 1992. Armenia opened its embassy in Vietnam in August 2013.
The West Asian country has givenVietnam precious assistance in national construction and defence, includinghelp in training human resources.
The two countries have regularlycoordinated and supported each other at international forums, exchangeddelegations at all levels and promoted ties between their ministries, sectorsand localities, thus enhancing mutual political trust and understanding,creating a firm foundation for partnerships in economy-trade-investment andother areas.
High-level visits between thetwo countries included those made by Vice President Gagik Harutyunyan ofArmenia in December 1992, and President Serzh Sargsyan in June 2012. On thepart of Vietnam, Minister of Justice Ha Hung Cuong visited Armenia in October2015.
Vietnam and Armenia have set upan inter-governmental committee for Economic, Commercial, Scientific andTechnological Cooperation, which convened its first meeting in March, 2017. Themeeting was said to be an important milestone in bilateral cooperation, helpingdirect bilateral ties towards greater scale and efficiency.
Economic-commercial cooperation betweenthe two countries remains modest, standing at 3.6 million USD in 2018. Vietnam signeda free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), to whichArmenia is a member, in May 2015. The deal took effect on October 5, 2016.
Vietnam and Armenia have signedagreements on cooperation in economy-trade, culture and science-technology, andinvestment encouragement and protection. The two countries also waive visas foreach other’s bearers of diplomatic and official passports.-VNA
Armenian President Armen Sarkissian has appreciated his country’s relations with Vietnam when receiving a letter of credentials presented by Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia cum Armenia Ngo Duc Manh.
Vietnam affirmed its commitments to and unity with the Francophone community during the 17th Francophonie Summit that opened in Yerevan, Armenia on October 11.
Ambassador of Armenia to Vietnam Raisa Vardanyan was honoured on April 5 with the “For Peace and Friendship among Nations” insignia of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO).
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 ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan (Photo: AFP/VNA) 
