Dutch Ambassador to Vietnam Elsbeth Akkerman has stated that the upcoming Vietnam visit by Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte will affirm the importance of bilateral partnership between the two countries in a modern context.
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte (C) in his first visit to Vietnam on June 16-17, 2014 (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Dutch Ambassador to Vietnam ElsbethAkkerman has stated that the upcoming Vietnam visit by Dutch Prime MinisterMark Rutte will affirm the importance of bilateral partnership between the twocountries in a modern context.
In an interview recently granted to the Vietnam News Agency,Akkerman said the Dutch PM will be accompanied by the Minister of Infrastructureand Water Management; Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Nature, and Food Quality;and over 100 businesspeople from 70 Dutch firms.
Since the two countries established bilateral diplomaticties in 1973, their key cooperation areas have covered agriculture, foodsecurity, water management, and climate change.
She said the Dutch government has pledged to achievesustainable development goals, especially in climate change. According to her,the two PMs will discuss the issue during their meetings.
The ambassador said that water management and agricultureare the most outstanding cooperation areas between both sides. Notably, theMekong Delta Plan – which was compiled and launched by the two nations’governments, research institutes, and localities – is a shining example of this.Based on that, the Vietnamese Government issued Resolution No.130 on thesustainable development of the Mekong Delta visions to 2100.
Regarding cooperation prospects, she lauded maritimenavigation as a promising area. The northern port city of Hai Phong and Ho ChiMinh City are both home to large-scale facilities for shipbuilding, portmanagement, and inland waterway transportation. The use of inland waterwaysinstead of roads can help mitigate environmental pollution.
She said the Netherlands is studying smart transportationmodes that are suitable for Vietnam to ease pressure on the environment.
As the European country is experienced in urbanisationsolutions, it also seeks cooperation opportunities with Vietnam and major citiessuch as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in connectivity and subscription servicesusing smart technology, she said.
Discussing top priorities during her tenure in Vietnam, shesaid she will closely monitor Dutch firms and their responsibility to thecountry’s working, natural, and social environments; fully develop and tap intoyoung talents for Vietnam’s development; as well as pay attention to women’sactivities, gender equality, empowerment for women, and the LGBT community toensure they are given fair opportunities. –VNA
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte (C) in his first visit to Vietnam on June 16-17, 2014 (Source: VNA) 
