Deputy Foreign Minister welcomes new ambassadors of Turkmenistan, Iceland
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang had separate meetings with the newly-accredited ambassadors of Turkmenistan and Iceland to Vietnam in Hanoi on June 21.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang (R) receives Turkmenistan Ambassador Parakhat Hommadovich Durdyev (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang had separate meetings with the newly-accredited ambassadors of Turkmenistan and Iceland to Vietnam in Hanoi on June 21.
Hosting Turkmenistan Ambassador Parakhat Hommadovich Durdyev, Hang proposed the two sides continue to promote exchanges and contacts at all levels in both bilateral and multilateral frameworks to enhance mutual trust and understanding, and create a basis for expanding cooperation in economics, tourism, education - training, and energy.
The two sides can consider the possibility of negotiating and signing an agreement on visa exemption for holders of diplomatic and official passports to facilitate delegation exchanges and bilateral contacts, she suggested.
Parakhat Durdyev pledged to consider and propose to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Government of Turkmenistan measures to strengthen cooperation in areas the two countries have strengths and demand, such as trade, investment, information technology, agriculture, oil and gas, tourism, and education and training.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang receives Icelandic Ambassador Thórir Isben (Photo: VNA)
Receiving Icelandic Ambassador Thórir Isben, Hang agreed with the need for the two sides to intensify political and diplomatic cooperation and mutual consultations at multilateral forums and the United Nations.
Appreciating Iceland's role in negotiating a Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), she suggested Iceland pay attention to promoting bilateral trade, and encourage more Icelandic enterprises to do business and invest in Vietnam.
She also proposed studying and promoting collaboration in the fields of agriculture, fisheries, high technology, renewable energy, education - training, tourism, and culture.
Thórir Ibsen affirmed that Iceland values cooperation with the Asian region, including Vietnam.
♛ He proposed the two sides continue to implement the Memorandum of Understanding on clean energy cooperation signed during the President of Iceland's visit to Vietnam in 2015; and create favourable conditions for large Icelandic businesses in the geothermal field to operate in Vietnam; effectively implement cooperation in such traditional fields as fisheries, education - training, culture and tourism; and expand it to new ones like gender equality, science and high technology./.
President To Lam hosted separate receptions for the new ambassadors of Nicaragua, Iceland, Turkmenistan and Cyprus who came to present their credentials in Hanoi on June 21.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) will take measures to promote economic, trade and investment cooperation between Vietnam and five Central Asian countries (C5) of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
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.
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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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
