N. Kolesnik, head of the association of former Russian military experts in Vietnam, speaks at the get-together. (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Forty-eight Russian militaryexperts, who once worked in Vietnam, gathered at a meeting in Moscow, Russia,on August 5.
The gathering, the 48th of its kind, was held bythe Vietnam Embassy in Russia in collaboration with the Vietnam military attachéoffice, the Association of Vietnamese and the Association of Vietnamese War Veteransin Russia.
Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Chargé d'Affaires toRussia Nguyen Quynh Mai expressed her delight to join the event and meet the formerRussian experts, who helped Vietnamese people during the past struggle againstthe US.
She also read out loud a letter from Vietnamese Ambassadorto Russia Ngo Duc Manh to N. Kolesnik, head of the association of formerRussian military experts in Vietnam. The letter highlighted the appreciationtoward the experts’ support for Vietnamese people in the past and today. Itstated the Vietnamese people never forget Russian assistance during thecountry’s most difficult periods.
Vietnamese Military Attaché in Russia Major General TranMinh Son recalled memories of the fight for national independence and mutualsupport between Vietnam and the Soviet Union in the past.
August 5, 2018 marked the 48th foundinganniversary of the association of former Russian military experts in Vietnam.
Tens of thousands of Russian experts devoted their youth tohelp Vietnam regain independence and reunification. In recognition of theirgreat contributions, the Communist Party of Vietnam and the Vietnamese Statehave conferred many noble orders to the former experts, who continue to workfor the Vietnam-Russia friendship at present.-VNA
Nearly 100 former military experts from Russia, Ukraine and Belarus converged at a meeting in Moscow on August 5 to cast their memories back at a time in Vietnam when they had assisted Vietnamese soldiers in fighting the US imperialists.
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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.
N. Kolesnik, head of the association of former Russian military experts in Vietnam, speaks at the get-together. (Photo: VNA) 
