Former President Le Duc Anh remembered in China, ASEAN
The Vietnamese Embassy in China on May 3-4 opened a condolences book for former President, General Le Duc Anh who passed away late last month at the age of 99.
Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Liu Qibao writes in the condolences book. (Photo: VNA)
Bejing (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in China on May 3-4 opened a condolencesbook for former President, General Le Duc Anh who passed away late last monthat the age of 99.
Chinese Party General Secretary and President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Keqiang,Chaiman of the Steering Committee of the National People’s Congress Li Zhanshu,and Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s PoliticalConsultative Conference Wang Yang sent wreaths in memory of the Vietnameseformer leader.
Paying last respects to the deceased, Vice Chairman of the National Committeeof the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Liu Qibao wrote inthe condolences book that the passing of Le Duc Anh is a great loss for bothVietnamese and Chinese peoples, describing him as a friend of the Chinesepeople.
He affirmed that the Chinese Party and State always attach much importance tothe comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership with Vietnam, and want topromote the Vietnam-China friendship collaboration in a practical and stablemanner.
Meanwhile, Secretary-General of ASEAN Lim Jock Hoi, Deputy Secretary-GeneralHoang Anh Tuan and staffers at the ASEAN Secretariat on May 4 paid homage toformer President Anh at the Vietnamese Embassy in Indonesia.
Secretary-General of ASEAN Lim Jock Hoi expresses his deep sympathies to the Vietnamese people over the passing of Le Duc Anh in the condolences book. (Photo: VNA)
In the condolences book, Lim expressed his deep sympathies to the Vietnamesepeople over the passing of Le Duc Anh, who made great contributions to thenation’s peace, stability and economic development, particularly in thenation’s joining the ASEAN in 1995. He will be remembered as one of the mostrespected leaders in Vietnam and a leader that gave strong support to theASEAN, the official wrote.
At the ASEAN Secretariat headquarters, the Vietnamese national flag flied athalf-staff on May 3-4.-VNA
Former President General Le Duc Anh’s death and his contributions to the Vietnamese revolutionary cause as well as helping Cambodia get rid of the Pol Pot genocidal regime received media coverage in Cambodia.
Leaders of various countries have extended their condolences to the Party, State, Government and people of Vietnam over the passing of former President General Le Duc Anh.
The Vietnamese Embassy and Consulate General in Germany are staying open on May 3-4 for individuals, organisations and Vietnamese people in the country to pay tribute to General Le Duc Anh, former President of Vietnam.
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.
Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Liu Qibao writes in the condolences book. (Photo: VNA) 
Secretary-General of ASEAN Lim Jock Hoi expresses his deep sympathies to the Vietnamese people over the passing of Le Duc Anh in the condolences book.
