Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) received Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Ping Kitnikone in Hanoi on January 9 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi(VNA) – Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan expected theparliaments of Vietnam and Canada will make concerted effort to further deepenthe two countries’ relations in a reception hosted for Canadian Ambassador toVietnam Ping Kitnikone on January 9.
Ngan said sheappreciates and supports Canada’s foreign policy towards strengthening linkswith the world and the Asia-Pacific and attaching much importance to ties withVietnam and ASEAN.
She also hoped thetwo legislative bodies will make concerted effort to further develop thenation’s ties in the spirit of the Joint Statement on the establishment ofcomprehensive partnership between Vietnam and Canada for the benefit of theirpeople, particularly in the fields of security-defence, sustainabledevelopment, environmental protection and response to climate change.
The NA leader highlyspoke of the Canadian parliament and government’s great focus on genderequality, feminism and child protection that are priorities in the country’sboth domestic and foreign policies.
Ngan extended hergreetings and invitation to Canada’s speakers of Senate and House of Commons tovisit Vietnam.
She thanked Canadafor its new ODA projects to help Vietnam respond to climate change and foodsafety issues and improve the capacity of agricultural cooperatives.
Canadian AmbassadorPing Kitnikone, for her part, expressed her delight that the two countries havemaintained all-level visit exchanges, including visits of the NA delegations,which would enhance information exchange and mutual understanding of the twosides.
Kitnikone affirmedthat Canada’s Senate and House of Commons will send representatives to attend the26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum(APPF-26) that will take place in Hanoi next week.
The two sides laterexchanged views on several issues of mutual concern. The Vietnamese NAchairwoman showed her gratitude for Canada, as a key member of G7 and G20, forsupporting ASEAN and Vietnam’s stance in the East Sea issues, and backing thesettlement of territorial disputes in the waters through peaceful means in linewith international laws.-VNA
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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.
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.
Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) received Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Ping Kitnikone in Hanoi on January 9 (Photo: VNA) 
