ASEAN+3 significant to regional structure: Ambassador
Ambassador Vu Ho represented Vietnam at the ASEAN+3 Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) 2022 hosted by Cambodia via video teleconference on June 8, which gathered senior officials from ten ASEAN member states and their three partners – China, Japan and the Republic of Korea.
Ambassador Vu Ho represents Vietnam at the ASEAN+3 Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) 2022 hosted by Cambodia via video teleconference on June 8. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi(VNA) – Ambassador Vu Ho represented Vietnam at the ASEAN+3 Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) 2022hosted by Cambodia via video teleconference on June 8, which gathered seniorofficials from ten ASEAN member states and their three partners – China, Japanand the Republic of Korea.
In his remarks at the event, Ho, acting head of ASEANSOM Vietnam, spoke highly of achievements made by ASEAN+3 over the last 25years, saying now is the critical time for the regional grouping to look back on itsjourney together and set new directions to promote its further development.
ASEAN+3 plays a significant part in the ASEAN-ledregional structure, he noted, urging the grouping to adapt to the new globalcontext and contribute more effectively to the connectivity and cooperationprocess in East Asia.
Ho called on ASEAN+3 to soon complete theimplementation of the ASEAN+3 Cooperation Work Plan from 2018 – 2022 and adopta new work plan for the 2023 – 2027 period based on what all the countries haveachieved.
He also suggested that China, Japan and the RoK stepup cooperation with ASEAN in priority areas in line with the ASEAN Outlook onthe Indo-Pacific and that ASEAN+3 nations should soon reopen their borders tofacilitate mobility, economic cooperation, trade and regional economicconnectivity.
On regional and international issues of common concern, the Vietnamese representative underlined the importance of strengthening cooperation and dialogue, building trust, upholding international law, promoting cooperation on the basis of mutual benefit, equality and mutual respect, and ensuring a peaceful, security and stable environment, including efforts to build sea waters of peace, cooperation and development in the region, thus facilitating efforts for economic recovery and growth and sustainable development.
During the event, ASEAN and the three partnersagreed to maintain their focus on containing the COVID-19 pandemic and togetherboost recovery in a sustainably manner. They will continue supporting capacity buildingin preventive medicine; sharing information and experience; and enhancingcollaboration in production and supply of COVID-19 vaccines, drugs and medicalequipment in an effort to strengthen the region's self-reliance in responding to future epidemicoutbreaks.
They also agreed to together recover and fostertrade and economic partnership, sustain supply chains, deepen financialcooperation, and promote trade liberalisation through the effectiveimplementation of ASEAN’s free trade agreements with the three partners and theRegional Comprehensive Economic partnership (RCEP)./.
A special ASEAN-Japan summit would be held in 2023 to discuss in-depth regional and international issues, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has said.
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), in collaboration with the Southeast Asian Regional Centre for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA), on June 1 organised a forum themed “Transforming the Food System in ASEAN post COVID-19: Responding to Food Security and Inclusiveness Concerns”.
Vietnamese Ambassador to India Pham Sanh Chau has attended workshops themed “Act East through North East” and “Natural Allies in Development and Interdependence” held recently by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs and the Government of Assam State.
Member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) highlighted the need to maintain unity and promote a central role amid a complicated geopolitical context at a virtual meeting on June 8.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Ambassador Vu Ho represents Vietnam at the ASEAN+3 Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) 2022 hosted by Cambodia via video teleconference on June 8. (Photo: VNA)
