Chief of VPA general staff chairs rehearsals for AARM-30 opening, closing ceremonies
Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence on October 31 chaired the rehearsals for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 30th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-30) to be hosted by Vietnam next week.
The 30th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-30) will be hosted by Vietnam next week(Photo: qdnd.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chiefof the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister ofNational Defence on October 31 chaired the rehearsals for the opening andclosing ceremonies of the 30th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-30) to be hosted by Vietnam next week.
Cuong hailed efforts and close coordinationof agencies, units and forces engaging in the preparations for the events, askingthem to deal with remaining issues to ensure the ceremonies are held in a thorough and solemn manner, showing the cultural identity of the Vietnameseculture.
The highlight of the ceremonies will be art performancesfeaturing artists from the VPA.
Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Tan Cuong and delegates visit an exhibition serving AARM-30 (Photo: qdnd.vn)
AARM-30 is not only a competition for talented gunners fromthe armed forces of ASEAN countries, but also an opportunity for them tostrengthen solidarity, friendship, mutual understanding and exchange.
The hosting of AARM-30 affirms Vietnam's intensive andextensive international integration. At the same time, it will give a chance to the armies of ASEAN countries to show their determination to promote strongand in-depth cooperation, contributing to maintaining peace, stability andsustainable development of each country as well as the region and the world.
The Vietnamese team came third at the 29th AARM-29, which washeld in Bandung city, West Java province of Indonesia.
The team, comprising 33 Vietnamese officers and soldiersfrom the VPA, brought home nine gold, seven silver and 12 bronze medals incategories of submachine gun, machine gun and shotgun.
The first and second places belonged to Thailand andIndonesia, respectively./.
A delegation of 33 Vietnamese officers and soldiers from the Vietnam People’s Army are participating in the 29th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-29) in Bandung city, West Java province of Indonesia.
The Vietnamese team came third at the 29th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-29) which concluded on November 26 in Bandung city, West Java province of Indonesia.
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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).
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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.
The 30th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM-30) will be hosted by Vietnam next week(Photo: qdnd.vn) 
Sen. Lieut. Gen Nguyen Tan Cuong and delegates visit an exhibition serving AARM-30 (Photo: qdnd.vn) 
