Danish, Vietnamese lawmakers hold discussion in Ninh Binh
Danish and Vietnamese legislators have shared their experience and skills in lawmaking and supervision activities at a roundtable discussion in Ninh Binh province during their visit on Sep 20-21.
Vietnamese NA deputies at the 10th session of the 13th NA (Source: VNA)
Ninh Binh (VNA) - Dani𓆉sh and Vietnamese legislators 🉐have shared their experience and skills in lawmaking and supervision activities at a roundtable discussion in northern Ninh Binh province during their visit on September 20-21.
This is the fifth roundtable discussion between the two countries’ legislative bodies, during which they highlighted the role played by parliamentarians in international commitments, and debated current issues of common concern.
Eva Kjer Hansen, Head of the visiting Danish parliamentarian delegation, expressed her joy at the long-lasting cooperation between the Danish Parliament and the Vietnamese National Assembly, and stressed the importance of lawmaking and supervision for the countries’ legislative bodies.
Pham Dinh Toan, Deputy Head of the NA Office, said the discussion offered a good chance for Vietnamese NA deputies, especially those joining the NA for the first time, to learn from their Danish counterparts who have a lot of experience in the field.
During their working visit, Danish parliamentarians were scheduled to pay courtesy visits to Vietnamese NA leaders, meet Ninh Binh province’s officials and have a working session with representatives from the NA’s Committee for Science, Technology and Environment.
They are visiting the Kim Lan terracotta trade village in Hanoi, and a cooperation project between Anne Black A/S of Denmark and Phomex of Vietnam in the Bat Trang terracotta trade village.
The Vietnamese NA is one of the parliaments in Asia having cooperation with the Danish Parliament in the framework of the Good Governance and Public Administration Reform Programme (GOPA).
In previous discussions, th e two sides explored issues related to Constitution revision, promoting the supervision role of the legislature, public consultation, the organisation and operation of local governments, and green growth.-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.
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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.