Deputy PM meets leader of French development agency
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha met with Deputy CEO of the French Development Agency (AFD) Marie Helene Loison in Paris on June 21, during his working trip to France to attend the Summit for a New Global Financial Pact.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha (R) meets with Deputy CEO of the AFD Marie Helene Loison in Paris on June 21 (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Hamet with Deputy CEO of the French Development Agency (AFD) Marie Helene Loison inParis on June 21, during his working trip to France to attend the Summit for aNew Global Financial Pact.
Ha lauded the idea of French President Emmanuel Macron toorganise the summit to seek new public and private financial sources,contributing to promoting finance serving development and the implementation ofsustainable development goals (SDGs).
He expressed delight at the positive development in theVietnam-France relations, especially in economy, one of the key pillars in thestrategic partnership between the two countries.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha (middle) at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
The official spoke highly of the role that theAFD has played in effectively implementing development aid projects in Vietnamsince 1994, especially in the fields of energy, climate change and urbantransport.
Ha proposed that the AFD continue to support and promotecooperation with Vietnam in projects in emission reduction and climate changeresponse, particularly in coastal areas and the Mekong Delta region.
For her part, Loison held that Ha's participation in thesummit shows Vietnam’s strong commitments and responsibility in joining theinternational community’s climate change response efforts.
She showed her pleasure to discuss with him the cooperationbetween the AFD and Vietnam, especially on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-France diplomatic relations and 30 years ofpartnership between the AFD and Vietnam.
Deputy CEO of the AFD Marie Helene Loison (first, right) (Photo: VNA)
She affirmed that the agency will continue to conduct researchprogrammes on climate change impacts on local socio-economic development (GEMMES),while supporting Vietnam in strengthening policy building and technologytransfer, and providing financial assistance in green energy development,renewable energy, smart power transmission, and green fuel production.
The two sides agreed to further promote the cooperation in energy transition,especially in the context that Vietnam gave strong commitments at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) and joined the Just Energy TransitionPartnerships (JETP).
They also concurred to continue to coordinate closely inimplementing economic projects serving sustainable development in Vietnam./.
A concessional loan worth 70 million EUR (81 million USD) without government guarantee for the expanded Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant Project was inked on November 10 between the Vietnam Electricity (EVN) group and the French Development Agency (AFD).
The French Development Agency (AFD) is committed to helping the Vietnam Electricity (EVN) upgrade the power generation and distribution infrastructure in a smarter and more flexible way and with technology upgrades.
The Ministry of Construction and the French Development Agency (AFD) have signed a cooperation agreement to help Vietnamese cities build climate change resilience.
Responding to climate change, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change impacts are among priorities of the French Development Agency (AFD)’s cooperation priorities in Vietnam, AFD Executive Director Philippe Orliange has affirmed.
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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha (R) meets with Deputy CEO of the AFD Marie Helene Loison in Paris on June 21 (Photo: VNA) 
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha (middle) at the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
Deputy CEO of the AFD Marie Helene Loison (first, right) (Photo: VNA) 
