French President hails Vietnam’s increasing role in international aren
French President hails Vietnam’s increasing role in international arena
French President Emmanuel Macron hailed Vietnam’s increasing role in the region and the world while hosting a reception on August 31 for Vietnamese Ambassador to France Nguyen Thiep, who came to present his credentials.
Vietnamese Ambassador to France Nguyen Thiep presents his credentials to French President Emmanuel Macron. (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron hailed Vietnam’sincreasing role in the region and the world while hosting a reception on August31 for Vietnamese Ambassador to France Nguyen Thiep, who came to present his credentials.
Macron laid stress on the two countries’ similarities in benefits and stance inregional and global issues while expressing his hope to enhance Francophonecooperative ties with Vietnam.
He affirmed to pay a visit to Vietnam next year.
Ambassador Thiep, for his part, underlined that the France visit by GeneralSecretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trongin March 2018 opened a new period in the Vietnam-France strategic partnership.
Besides deepening the collaborative relations in the fields of economy-tradeand security-defence, and Francophone, the visit boosted bilateral cooperationin e-government, he added.
The diplomat said Vietnam persistently pursues its foreign policy ofindependence, self-reliance, multilateralisation, and diversification ofinternational relations, while wishing that the French President would continuesupport for Vietnam during the country’s integration and development process.
Vietnamand France established diplomatic ties on April 12, 1973, and lifted theirrelations to a strategic partnership in 2013.
France is now a leading partner of Vietnam in Europe, ranking third among theEuropean nations and 16th among the 114 countries and territories investing inVietnam. It tops the European donors in official development assistance forVietnam.
Investors from France have landed 500 projects valued at more than 2.8 billionUSD in Vietnam.
Bilateral trade between the two countries has seen positive growth, withVietnam having enjoyed continuous trade surplus since 2010.
In 2017, bilateral trade exceeded 4.6 billion USD, up 11.6 percent from theprevious year. The figure included 3.3 billion USD worth of Vietnamese exportsto France and 1.3 billion USD worth of imports from the European country, bothincreasing by over 11 percent year-on-year.
Vietnam’s key export staples to France were footwear, garments and textiles,household appliances, agro-forestry-aquatic products, gemstones, jewellery,electronics, mechanical tools, pottery, rubber, coal, plastic products, andrattan and bamboo handicrafts.
There are more than 300,000 Vietnamese living and working in France.-VNA
Vietnam and France have agreed to further expand cultural cooperation in all aspects, including new forms, to encourage more and more Vietnamese youths to study French culture and language.
Cooperation between Vietnamese and French localities is one of the pillars to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries, heard a seminar in Paris on June25.
Business France and the French Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City organised the Vietnam-France forum on smart and sustainable urban areas on July 4.
French Ambassador to Vietnam Bertrand Lortholary highlighted the relations between Vietnam and France, stressing they have seen substantial progress in multiple fields, during an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of French Independence Day (July 14).
Deputy Defence Minister Sen. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh on August 7 received the outgoing French Defence Attaché in Vietnam Maj. Christophe Talon and his successor Lt. Maj. Marc Razafindranaly.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For 50 years, Vietnam and New Zealand have worked together to uphold peace and prosperity for their peoples and the region. The friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding Vietnam and New Zealand nurtured have grown from a seed into a deeply rooted, strong, and thriving tree, she stressed.
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2020, Vietnam and New Zealand have witnessed steady growth in the relations. Beyond the remarkable 40% increase in bilateral trade over five years, political relations and multilateral interactions, particularly within the CPTPP framework, have remained highly positive.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnamese Ambassador to France Nguyen Thiep presents his credentials to French President Emmanuel Macron. (Photo: VNA) 
