A delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) led by member of the CPV Central Committee and head of the committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan is paying a working visit to Russia from July 8 to 10.
The working session between the delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam and officials of the United Russia party in Moscow (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – A delegation of the Communist Partyof Vietnam (CPV) led by member of the CPV Central Committee and head of thecommittee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan is paying aworking visit to Russia from July 8 to 10.
During the trip, CPV officials had meetings withleaders of political parties in Russia, along with officials of the Russian ForeignMinistry and State Duma.
The two sides exchanged views on the internationaland regional situation, along with relations between the two countries andbetween the CPV and political parties of Russia.
They also looked into measures to enhanceconnections via party, diplomatic and parliamentary channels, especially withinthe framework of the Russia Year in Vietnam and the Vietnam Year in Russia onthe occasion of 25 years since the signing of the treaty on basic principlesfor bilateral relations in 2019, and the 70th founding anniversary of theirdiplomatic ties in 2020.
Leaders of the Russian parties, parliament andforeign ministry highly valued the CPV’s role in reinforcing the Vietnam-Russiarelationship. They affirmed that although Russia follows a multi-party system,all the parties treasures the traditional friendship and comprehensivestrategic partnership with Vietnam and consider the country a leading partnerof Russia in Southeast Asia.
They agreed to increase monitoring theimplementation of the high-level agreements between the two countries,especially those reached during an official visit to Russia by Party GeneralSecretary and President of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong in September 2018.
The local officials also agreed to createfavourable conditions to speed up the signing of an inter-governmental agreementon Russia’s reception of Vietnamese labourers and another on travel conditionsfor the two countries’ citizens.
Head of the CPV Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan (R) presents Vietnam's Friendship Order to Chairman of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation Gennady Zyuganov (Photo: VNA)
At the working session with leaders of theCommunist Party of the Russian Federation (KPRF), on behalf of CPV GeneralSecretary and President of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong, head of the Party CentralCommittee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan presented theFriendship Order, a noble reward of the Vietnamese State, to KPRF ChairmanGennady Zyuganov in recognition of his active and effective contributions tothe cooperation between the two parties, which have also helped promote the twocountries’ relations.
Zyuganov thanked the Vietnamese Party and Statefor the reward and pledged every effort to continue helping develop ties betweenthe two parties and the two countries.-VNA
The General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People's Army and the Main Directorate for Political-Military Affairs of the Rusian Armed Forces have signed a letter of intent and assigned relevant agencies of the two sides to build a Memorandum of Understanding on the bilateral cooperation.
Chairwoman of the National Assembly’s Judicial Affairs Committee Le Thi Nga held working sessions with Russian officials in Moscow on June 20-21 to discuss bilateral cooperation in parliamentary activities and judicial supervision.
A memorandum of understanding on tourism cooperation for the 2019-2024 period has been signed between the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Federal Agency for Tourism (Rosturizm) of Russia.
A delegation of the National Assembly’s Committee for External Affairs paid a working visit to Russia from June 27-28 to evaluate the implementation of international treaties signed by Russia and Vietnam for the 2001-2018 period.
A bust of late President Ho Chi Minh was inaugurated in Vladivostok city of Russia during a ceremony held on July 5, part of activities celebrating the Vietnam-Russia Friendship Year.
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.
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.