Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son speaks at the event (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Foreign AffairsBui Thanh Son has hailed the Vietnamese community in France for their practicalcontributions to the homeland.
Meetingrepresentatives of the Vietnamese community and representative diplomaticagencies in France on June 5, Minister Son lauded their "profound, dedicated, andintellectual" feedback on various fields, including politics, diplomacy,economy and culture.
The FrenchGovernment lauded the Vietnamese community for their rich history andcontinuous contributions to the development of France, especially for thefriendship between Vietnam and France, Son said, adding that theVietnamese Party and State also appreciate their dedication.
Briefingthem on Vietnam’s socio-economic performance as well as achievements ininternal and external affairs, he said it is the foreign policy ofindependence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification of ties inaccordance with international law and the United Nations Charter that Vietnamhas gained respect from the world. The country now has diplomatic relationswith 192 out of the total 193 UN member states, including 30 countries withstrategic partnerships or comprehensive partnerships, and many countries areproposing upgrades to their relations with Vietnam.
𓆏 He vowedto partner with agencies concerned to best meet the legitimate aspirations ofthe Vietnamese communities worldwide and in France, and wished that they wouldcontinue making positive contributions to the host country while popularisingVietnamese identity globally.
At the meeting (Photo: VNA)
Meeting FrenchMinister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna, Minister Sonsuggested both sidescontinue upgrading their relationship and France consider Vietnam a priority in its foreignpolicy towards the Southeast Asia and Asia-Pacific.
🐟 He alsoaffirmed that Vietnam considers France a centre in its foreign policy towardsthe European Union thanks to France's significant role in the region andbilateral long-standing relationship, nurtured by the people of both countries,including the Vietnamese community in France./.
The French Embassy in Vietnam, the French Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, and the French Institute in Vietnam on April 19 opened a photo exhibition on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Vietnam.
The Vietnamese Embassy in France, in coordination with the Vietnamese Culture Centre in the country, organised a ceremony on April 20 to celebrate the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries and the 10th anniversary of their strategic partnership.
A seminar on Vietnam’s diplomatic policy on the Indo-Pacific region and Vietnam-France relations was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris on May 15.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has affirmed that Vietnam always treasures relationship with France, its important member in the European Union (EU) and strategic partner, with strong historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) 
At the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
