Governor of Laos’ Vientiane capital Sinlavong Khoutphaythoun received visiting Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen The Hung in the Lao capital city on March 13.
Secretary of the Party Committee and Governor of Laos’ Vientiane capital Sinlavong Khoutphaythoun (R) and Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen The Hung (Photo: VNA)
Vientiane (VNA) – Secretary ofthe Party Committee and Governor of Laos’ Vientiane capital Sinlavong Khoutphaythounreceived visiting Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen The Hungin the Lao capital city on March 13.
Lauding outcomes of bilateral cooperationin the past time, the Vientiane leader thanked Hanoi for its support for hiscity’s infrastructure and human resources development.
For his part, Hung congratulated Vientianeon its significant achievements, especially high economic growth rate andlocals’ improving living conditions.
Both sides pledged to work closely incarrying out their important roles this year as hosts of events marking the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic relations as well as 40 years since thetwo countries signed their friendship and cooperation treaty.
They discussed ways to boost cooperation andexperience sharing in the sectors of urban transport, trade connectivity andadministrative reform towards the single-window mechanism.
They also mentioned the opening of a Hanoirestaurant in Vientiane and a Vientiane restaurant in Hanoi to promote theirrespective culinary delights.
On March 14, Hung and his delegation willattend the 10th Regional Environmentally Sustainable Transport Forum,themed “2030 Road Map for Sustainable Transport - Aligning with SustainableDevelopment Goals”.-VNA
The Youth Unions of Hanoi and Vientiane signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation and friendship between 2016 and 2020, in Hanoi on December 17.
The women’s unions of the Vietnamese and Lao capital cities of Hanoi and Vientiane are expected to help with the creation of cooperation opportunities and partnerships for their members.
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.
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.
Secretary of the Party Committee and Governor of Laos’ Vientiane capital Sinlavong Khoutphaythoun (R) and Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen The Hung (Photo: VNA) 
