Diplomats of Vietnam, Japan seek ways to beef up cooperation at multilateral forums
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son on October 29 met with Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Yamada Takio in Hanoi to explore how to beef up ties between the two countries and cooperation at multilateral forums.
Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Yamada Takio(Photo: VNA)
Hanoi, (VNA) – Deputy Ministerof Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son on October 29 met with Japanese Ambassador toVietnam Yamada Takio in Hanoi to explore how to beef up ties between the twocountries and cooperation at multilateral forums.
Ambassador Yamada said the government of Japan and Prime MinisterSuga Yoshihide held in high regard the outcomes of the PM’s official visit to Vietnam last week. Noting that Vietnam wasselected as the Japanese PM’s destination on his first overseas trip, theambassador said hopes the two sides willcontinue closely coordinating to effectively implement results of the visit.
Deputy FM Son highlyspoke of the strong growth of the Vietnam-Japan strategic partnership,particularly the success of PM Suga’s visit.
Vietnam’s Ministry ofForeign Affairs and other ministries and agencies will closely work alongsidethe Embassy of Japan and Japanese partners to translate agreements reachedduring the visit into reality, he said.
He went on to suggest thetwo sides to take measures to boost comprehensive cooperation in the comingtime and step up bilateral and multilateral efforts to respond to impacts of COVID-19.
The two sides agreed to furtherstrengthen cooperation at regional and global forums, such as the UN,Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum and Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM).
The Japanese diplomatappreciatedVietnam’s role as Chair of ASEAN this year and coordinator of the ASEAN-Japanrelations, saying he will continue partnering with Vietnam and partner countries to ensure thesuccess of the 37th ASEAN Summit and related meetings, including the 23rdASEAN-Japan Summit, which Vietnam is hosting in November.
Both sides alsohighlighted the results of the implementation of the Comprehensive andProgressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) after the tradedeal took effect a year ago and agreed to make the most of the deal to recoverthe economy amid COVID-19./.
Japanese media has made extensive coverage of the visit by Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide to Vietnam from October 18-19 at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Authorities in the central city of Da Nang have approved an investment proposal by Fujikin Incorporated from Japan for an R&D centre at Da Nang High-Tech Park worth a total of 35 million USD.
Urban railways are an effective means of transport that will help cut greenhouse gas emissions in Hanoi and HCM City, which have both experienced serious air pollution in recent years, according to a survey by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
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.
Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Yamada Takio(Photo: VNA) 
