ASEAN Summit: Vietnam attends Special Lunch on Sustainable Development
Vietnam was among the ASEAN countries to join the Special Lunch on Sustainable Development, presided over by Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, during the 35th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok on November 4.
Leaders of ASEAN and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pose for a photo at the launch of the ASEAN Centre for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue in Bangkok on November 3. (Photo: VNA)
Bangkok (VNA) – Vietnam was among the ASEAN countries to join the Special Lunch on Sustainable Development,presided over by Thai PrimeMinister Prayut Chan-o-cha, during the 35th ASEAN Summit in Bangkok on November4.
The eventaimed to provide an opportunity for leaders of ASEAN and dialogue partners to discuss collaboration in achieving the Sustainable DevelopmentGoals (SDGs) more effectively.
In his openingremarks, PM Prayut Chan-o-cha highlighted sustainable development, saying it issignificant to build a strong, resilient community.
ASEAN hasadopted the Complementarities Initiative between the ASEAN Community Vision2025 and the UN Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development in an attempt to reducepoverty, develop clean energy and bridge the gap but challenges still remainahead, particularly in response to climate change, the PM said.
To fulfill itscommitments, ASEAN expects to receive support from the dialogue partners inimplementing the roadmaps, he said.
He thenintroduced several sustainable development projects and pledged to put theASEAN Centre for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue (ACSDSD), whichwas launched in Bangkok a day earlier, into operation.
Theparticipating countries welcomed ASEAN’s contributions to the realisation ofthe global goals and emphasised that technology and innovation play a criticalpart in the current context.The countries were committed to cooperate with ASEAN in developing science andtechnology, high-quality infrastructure and smart cities as well as fosteringconnectivity.
Vietnamreiterated its commitments to promote a “people-centred, people-orientedcommunity” and invest in future generations. It suggested the dialogue partners to support ASEANin developing a 4.0 cirriculum framework and an information-security centre.
Vietnam calledon the countries to bolster the implementation of the Initiative for ASEANIntegration (IAI) Phase III, develop the Mekong region, promote the sustainableuse and management of water resources and improve the regional sustainability.
As the ASEAN Chairman in 2020 and a non-permanent member of the UNSecurity Council (2020-2021), Vietnam will do its best to further promote theUN's sustainable development programmes.
In 2020, Vietnamwill host the Mekong Forum and coordinate with other countries to implement goals of the 2020 UN Climate ChangeConference./.
Ceremonies were held in Bangkok on November 4 evening to wrap up the 35th ASEAN Summit and related summits and hand over the ASEAN chairmanship for 2020 to Vietnam.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc expressed his delight at growing ties between ASEAN and Japan while addressing the 22nd ASEAN – Japan Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 4.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the 3rd Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Summit and met with Japanese PM Abe Shinzo on November 4, wrapping up his activities at the 35th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits.
The 35th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, held in Thailand from November 2-4, had concluded successfully, said Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha at a press conference on November 4 evening.
The chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for 2020 that Vietnam officially assumed on November 4 will be a chance for the country to affirm its role and stature while further showing itself as an active member of the ASEAN Community.
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.
Leaders of ASEAN and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pose for a photo at the launch of the ASEAN Centre for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue in Bangkok on November 3. (Photo: VNA)
