Embassy works to boost Vietnam-South Africa cooperation
The Vietnam-South Africa relations have grown continuously, with the regular exchange of all-level delegations, which have helped boost the bilateral ties in an intensive, practical and effective manner, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Vu Van Dung has stated.
Representative from South African business visit Vietnamese goods stall (Source: VNA)
Pretoria (VNA) – The Vietnam-South Africa relations have growncontinuously, with the regular exchange of all-level delegations, which havehelped boost the bilateral ties in an intensive, practical and effectivemanner, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Vu Van Dung has stated.
Dung emphasised the meeting between Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the sidelines of therecent G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, during which both sides discussed measuresto expand cooperation, particularly in economy, trade and investment.
Regarding the activities of the embassy in 2018, theambassador said that this year marks the 25th anniversary of the bilateralties. The embassy has organised a lot of activities in celebration of theimportant event, including opening an oil painting exhibition featuringVietnam’s land and people, and participating in trade promotion workshops inJohannesburg and Cape Town. On August 15, it will coordinate with the SouthAfrican Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the embassies of Malaysia, Thailand andthe Philippines in holding a ceremony to celebrate the anniversary.
The embassy will maintain its role as a bridge assisting thetwo countries’ related offices to discuss, complete and sign cooperationdocuments to consolidate legal foundations for cooperation agreements onscience and technology, crime prevention, and criminal extradition and transferof sentenced persons.
According to the diplomat, economic diplomacy, one of thethree pillars of the embassy’s diplomatic work, has been stepped up in variousforms with the aim to contribute to maintaining the two-way trade at over 1billion USD.
He said that there are now around 150 Vietnamese peopleliving in South Africa and surrounding countries of Namibia, Botswana,Zimbabwe, Lesotho and Swaziland.
The Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa has conductedactivities to enhance connectivity in the community, and disseminate the Partyand State’s policies to the community.
In terms of citizen protection, Ambassador Dung said thatthe embassy always gives priority to addressing cases involved in Vietnamesecitizens in distress. Last year, it coordinated with both sides’ agencies torepatriate four Vietnamese sailors aboard a fired ship, and many citizens orcrewmen who lost personal papers or got lost.-VNA
The Embassy of Vietnam in South Africa kicked off a painting exhibition in Pretoria on May 8, drawing a large number of visitors from foreign embassies, international organisations and art lovers in the country.
Vietnamese enterprises are displaying their products at the 25th South African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX), which began in Johannesburg of South Africa on June 24.
Representatives from Vietnamese and South African enterprises attended a seminar themed “Doing Business with Vietnam 2018”, in Johannesburg city on June 26 as part of the ongoing 25th South African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX).
Chairman of Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung on July 16 hosted a reception for South African Ambassador to Vietnam Mpetjane Kgaogelo Kekgoro, during which the two sides discussed issues of common concern.
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.
Representative from South African business visit Vietnamese goods stall (Source: VNA) 
