Dominican Republic President reaffirms importance of ties with Vietnam
President of the Dominican Republic Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona proposed enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest, particularly telecommunications, agriculture and high technology.
Vietnamese Ambassador Le Quang Long presents his credentials to President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona on May 29 in Santo Domingo (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) 🐠- The Dominican Republic treasures its relations with Vietnam, a nation with growing important role in the Asia - Pacific region, President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona told Vietnamese Ambassador Le Quang Long, who the diplomat came to present his credentials on May 29 in Santo Domingo.
President Abinader proposed enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest, particularly telecommunications, agriculture and high technology.
The host congratulated Ambassador Long on his appointment, while expressing his belief that the ambassador will help further strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
For his part, Ambassador Long conveyed the greetings and best wishes of General Secretary To Lam, State President Luong Cuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man to President Luis Abinader.
President Luis Rodolfo Abinader Corona's reception for Vietnamese Ambassador Le Quang Long (Photo: VNA)
Long affirmed his commitment to advancing bilateral relations to a new level, serving as a bridge to implement agreements reached during Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visit to the Dominican Republic in last November, a milestone in strengthening traditional friendship and boosting economic, trade and investment cooperation.
He called on the government of the Dominican Republic to create favourable conditions for Vietnamese businesses, particularly in telecommunications - a sector where Vietnam is strong in and the Dominican Republic needs.
On the occasion, Ambassador Long met with Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Francisco Caraballo, who is in charge of bilateral foreign policy, and General Secretary of the United Left Movement Party Miguel Mejia.
Both sides stressed the need to implement high-level agreements effectively and agreed to boost delegation exchanges, strengthen bilateral cooperation, and maintain mutual support in international forums./.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son welcomed Dominica’s proposal to open a resident embassy and appoint its first ambassador to Vietnam, noting that the Vietnamese Government had officially approved the move.
The statement underlined that Ho Chi Minh’s thought retains its enduring value in today’s ongoing struggles for freedom and social equality, continuing to inspire peoples around the world in their pursuit of peace and justice.
The Dominican party leader underscored the lesson of great national solidarity in President Ho Chi Minh’s thought remains profoundly relevant to contemporary progressive movements in Latin America, sharing how the MIU Party has drawn from the principle to build a solidarity bloc that embraces diverse components and ideologies.
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.
