Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended a flag-raising ceremony on the navy’s two new Kilo-class submarines in the south central coastal province of Khanh Hoa on February 28.
Khanh Hoa (VNA) – Prime MinisterNguyen Xuan Phuc attended a flag-raising ceremony on the navy’s two new Kilo-classsubmarines in the south central coastal province of Khanh Hoa on February 28.
The submarines, named the HQ-186 Da Nang andHQ-187 Ba Ria-Vung Tau, were among the six submarines that Vietnam purchasedfrom Russia as part of their contract signed in 2009, and the last ones to bedelivered.
On behalf of the Government, Prime MinisterNguyen Xuan Phuc said the purchase of the most modern diesel-fueled submarines forthe Navy is part of the strategic vision of the Party and State to strengthenthe national defence at sea and increase capacity for the naval force.
The PM requested the Vietnam People’s Navy toimplement seriously the Party and State’s guidelines on addressing disputes inthe East Sea, stating that Vietnam consistently and clearly asserts itssovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagos.
“With goodwill and efforts, we resolutely andpersistently settle any disputes in the East Sea via peaceful means on thebasis of international law, including the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of theSea (UNCLOS), the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC),and Vietnam’s Law of the Sea 2012, while continuing to work for a Code ofConduct in the East Sea (COC), so that the East Sea is really an area of peace,stability, friendship, and development, for the interests and security of allnations in the region and around the word”, he said.
The PM reiterated Vietnam’s policy of peace andself-defence, noting that the modernisation of military, including thedevelopment of a modern submarine fleet, is normal for a marine country. The move is not anarms race and does not aim at any nations, but to firmly safeguard the nationalsovereignty over seas, islands, and continental shelf in any circumstances, hestressed.
With a displacement of 3,000-3,950 tonnes, thenearly 74m-long submarine can operate at a maximum depth of 300 meters and arange of 6,000-7,500 nautical miles for 45 days with 52 crew members.-VNA
Heavy lift vessel Rolldock Sea , carrying the first Kilo submarine Russia is building for Vietnam , arrived at the Cam Ranh port in central Khanh Hoa province, after a one-and-a half month voyage from St Petersburg .
Heavy lift vessel Rolldock Sea, carrying the third Kilo submarine Russia built for Vietnam, arrived at the Cam Ranh port in central Khanh Hoa province on January 28 after a one-and-a half month voyage from St Petersburg.
A flag-raising ceremony for two new submarines was solemnly conducted at Cam Ranh military port in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa on August 1.
The heavy lift vessel Rolldock Storm, carrying the Kilo submarine Russia built for Vietnam , arrived at Cam Ranh Port in the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa on February 2.
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.
At the flag-raising ceremony (Photo: VNA)
