The Consulate General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City hosted a reception on June 1 to mark the 72nd anniversary of Italy’s National Day and the 45th anniversary of Vietnam-Italy diplomatic ties.
At the ceremony to mark 72nd anniversary of Italy’s National Day (Photo: hcmcpv.org.vn)
HCM City (VNA) – The Consulate General ofItaly in Ho Chi Minh City hosted a reception on June 1 to mark the 72nd anniversaryof Italy’s National Day and the 45th anniversary of Vietnam-Italydiplomatic ties.
Cecilia Piccioni, Ambassador of Italy to Vietnam and representatives of theItalian community in the city attended the event, among others.
Dante Brandi, Consul General of Italy in HCM City,said the relations between Italy and Vietnam have been consolidated over thepast 45 years and grown strongly in various realms since the countries signedan agreement on the establishment of strategic partnership five years ago.
The official said he is confident that the ConsulateGeneral would become a reliable consulting destination in terms of consularaffairs for the Italian community, the municipal HCM City authority and 22provinces and cities in south Vietnam.
The Consulate General will work harder to step up its tieswith local authorities in the southern region to boost cooperation in sectorswith potential, like infrastructure, water and waste management, smart citydevelopment, industry-agriculture, and cultural exchange, he said.
Representing the municipal administration, Pham DucHai, Vice Chairman of the HCM City People’s Council stated that the signing ofa joint statement on the establishment of strategic partnership in 2013reflected the wish of both Vietnam and Italy to lift their ties to a new heightas well as creating a firmer foundation to intensify their relations.
He said HCM City is one of the leading localities in stepping up cooperationwith Italy and it will increase visit exchanges and expand cooperation with Italianlocalities.
In 2017, HCM City made a two-way trade value of 624million USD with Italy, up 5 percent from 2016.
As of May, 2018, Italy had invested in 34 projects in HCM City with a totalregistered capital of 69 million USD, ranking 25th out of 95countries and territories investing in the city.
HCM City and Italy boast potential for cooperation ingarment and textile, and food and foodstuff processing. -VNA
The 45th founding anniversary of the Vietnam-Italy diplomatic ties (March 23, 1973) was marked with a ceremony held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Italy on March 30.
The administration of Palermo city in the autonomous region of Sicily in southern Italy is willing to coordinate with the Vietnamese Embassy in the country to organise a “Vietnam Day” in the locality.
The Vietnam-Italy Friendship Association (VIFA) in collaboration with the Hanoi University organised an exchange on May 30 to mark the 72nd anniversary of the National Day of Italy and the 45th anniversary of the bilateral diplomatic ties.
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.
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.
At the ceremony to mark 72nd anniversary of Italy’s National Day (Photo: hcmcpv.org.vn) 
