Chairman of Russian State Duma hails visit by Vietnamese Party leader
Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin appreciated the official visit by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong, saying that it will contribute greatly to deepening the Russia-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership, of which parliamentary ties is an important part.
Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong (left) and Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vuacheslav Volodin at their meeting in Moscow (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Chairman of the State Duma of Russia VyacheslavVolodin appreciated the official visit by General Secretary of the CommunistParty of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong, saying that it will contribute greatly todeepening the Russia-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership, of whichparliamentary ties is an important part.
During a meetingwith the CPV leader in Moscow on September 7,the Russian top legislator spoke highly of the increasing position and role of Vietnam in the region and the internationalarena, and affirmed that the Russian Duma pays special attention to promotingthe cooperation in all fields between Russiaand Vietnam.
GeneralSecretary Trong congratulated Russiafor successfully organizing the 137th General Assembly of the InternationalParliamentarian Union (IPU), which he said reiterated Russia’s prestigeand important position in the international arena as well as in the world’slargest parliamentary organization. He thanked the State Duma of Russia, whichcomprises representatives from various political parties and forces, for theirconsensus with the policy to develop the friendship, solidarity andmulti-faceted cooperation between the two countries and two peoples.
Both host andguest valued the effective partnership between the Russian State Duma andVietnamese National Assembly, and agreed that the two legislative bodies shouldcontinue to exchange delegations at high level, committee level and friendshipparliamentarians’ group level so as to enhance mutual understanding, and sharelaw-making experience while working to create favourable legal conditions forhandling issues related to traveling, living and working of each country’scitizens in the other’s territories.
They agreed thatbesides bilateral cooperation, the two sides should enhance coordination andconsultation at inter-parliamentary forums such as the IPU and the Asia-PacificParliamentary Forum.
They also calledfor the two countries’ parliaments to support stronger economic, trade andinvestment ties and facilitate the implementation of prioritized joint projectswhile strengthening supervision of the enforcement of agreements between thetwo governments, thus creating positive changes in Vietnam-Russia cooperation.
The CPV leadertook the occasion to extend an invitation to visit Vietnam from National AssemblyChairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan to the Russian Duma chairman, who accepted theinvitation with pleasure. -VNA
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)’s Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong and Russian President Vladimir Putin witnessed the signing of many cooperation agreements on September 6, within the framework of the former’s ongoing visit to Russia.
Vietnam and Russia issued a 40-point joint statement on the official visit to Russia by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong from September 5-8, made at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong continued his official visit to Russia on September 7 with a tour of Kaluga Oblast, one of the most economically developed localities in the country.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong received Chairman of A Just Russia (SR) party Sergey Mironov in Moscow on September 7.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong had a meeting with Deputy Speaker of the Federation Council of Russia Andrey Turchak in Moscow on September 7.
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.
Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong (left) and Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vuacheslav Volodin at their meeting in Moscow (Photo: VNA) 
