Congratulations to Cambodia on 40 years of joint victory over genocide
Congratulations to Cambodia on 40 years of joint victory over genocidal regime
The Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee has sent congratulations to the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) Central Committee on the 40th anniversary of the two countries’ joint triumph over the genocidal regime (January 7, 1979).
Cambodian people take part in a celebration of the victory over the genocidal regime held in Phnom Penh on January 25, 1979 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Communist Party of VietnamCentral Committee has sent congratulations to the Cambodian People’s Party(CPP) Central Committee on the 40th anniversary of the two countries’ jointtriumph over the genocidal regime (January 7, 1979).
The message reads that: “40 years ago, under theclear-sighted and steadfast leadership of the CPP and the Kampuchean UnitedFront for National Salvation and with the wholehearted, timely and effectivesupport of friends from near and far, the Cambodian people heroically rose upto topple the Khmer Rouge genocidal regime on January 7, 1979, ending thedarkest period in the history of Cambodia and heralding a new period ofindependence, freedom, neutrality, democracy, social progress and development.
“The Vietnamese Party, State and people pledgeto exert utmost efforts to join the CPP, the State and people of Cambodia inforever maintaining and nurturing the development of the good neighbourliness,traditional friendship, and comprehensive, long-term and sustainable cooperationbetween Vietnam and Cambodia for the prosperity of each country’s people andfor peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world,”the CPV Central Committee affirms in the message. –VNA
A ceremony to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the victory of the southwest border defence war and the joint victory on January 7 of Vietnam and Cambodia over the genocidal regime was held in Hanoi on January 4 with the participation of high-ranking leaders of the two countries.
The country and people of Cambodia always bear in their mind the great and unforgettable support from the Vietnamese Party, State, Front, army and people in liberating Cambodia and helping the people get out of the genocide tragedy, a leading Cambodian official has stated.
The overthrow of the Pol Pot regime in Cambodia by the Vietnamese military was an act of saving the humanity, and a great contribution to the international community, said a Japanese expert.
Cambodia’s developments in various fields over the past 40 years are inseparable from Vietnam’s support and help, a Cambodian official affirmed on January 6.
The Hanoi Union of Friendship Organisations (HAUFO) held a get-together in the city on January 6 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the victory of the southwest border safeguarding war and the Vietnam-Cambodia victory over the genocidal regime (Jan. 7).
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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.
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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.
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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.
Cambodian people take part in a celebration of the victory over the genocidal regime held in Phnom Penh on January 25, 1979 (Photo: VNA) 
