Deputy PM meets new Lao, Saudi Arabian ambassadors
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh on November 25 hosted a reception for Lao Ambassador Sengphet Houngboungnuang, urging him to work as a bridge contributing to consolidating and developing the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (right) and Lao Ambassador Sengphet Houngboungnuang (Photo: )
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minhon November 25 hosted a reception for Lao Ambassador Sengphet Houngboungnuang,urging him to work as a bridge contributing to consolidating and developing thegreat friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation betweenVietnam and Laos.
Minhexpressed his hope that the ambassador will closely coordinate with competentVietnamese agencies to effectively implement high-level agreements andcooperation projects in various areas between the two countries.
Hespoke highly of the effective cooperation between foreign ministries of Vietnamand Laos over the past time on the basis of the agreement they reached for the2014-2020 period.
Thetwo sides have effectively implemented cooperation mechanisms between theforeign ministries such as political consultations at ministerial and deputyministerial levels.
Forhis part, Sengphet Houngboungnuang pledged all-out efforts to advance theVietnam-Laos relationship in a more pragmatic and effective manner.
Theambassador said he believes that Vietnam will successfully assume the posts ofASEAN Chair in 2020 and non-permanent member of the United Nations SecurityCouncil for 2020-2021, contributing to improving Vietnam’s position and role inthe region and the world at large.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (right) and Ambassador of Saudi Arabia Saud Al Suwelim (Photo: )
Laterthe same day, Deputy PM and FM Minh received newly-accredited Ambassador ofSaudi Arabia Saud Al Suwelim.
Heaffirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to relations with Saudi Arabia – thecountry’s leading important partner in the Middle East, and wishes that SaudiArabia will serve as a bridge for Vietnam to enhance its ties with othercountries in the region.
Theofficial suggested the two countries step up the exchange of delegations, especiallyhigh-ranking ones, and those from ministries and agencies.
Healso called on Saudi Arabia to facilitate the import of Vietnamese seafood,contributing to raising the bilateral trade, and suggested the two countriesclosely coordinate in regional and international issues of shared concern.
Minhcongratulated Saudi Arabia on achievements the country has recorded inrealising its 2030 Vision that focuses on reforming economy and tourism,promoting private economy and attracting foreign investments.
Inreply, Saud Al Suwelim promised to make every effort to enhance the relationsbetween the two countries, especially in trade and investment./.
FECON Corporation and ACWA Power, a Saudi Arabian company, signed on July 3 a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation to develop renewable energy projects in Vietnam.
Vietnam and Saudi Arabia have agreed to establish a channel to receive information and settle disputes between Vietnamese labourers and employers in the Middle Eastern country.
A delegation of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL) led by its President Nguyen Dinh Khang met with Vice President of Laos Phankham Viphavanh in Vientiane on November 18.
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.
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.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (right) and Lao Ambassador Sengphet Houngboungnuang (Photo: ) 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (right) and Ambassador of Saudi Arabia Saud Al Suwelim (Photo: ) 
