Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith left Hanoi on late December 6, concluding his three-day visit to Vietnam to co-chair the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-Governmental Committee on bilateral cooperation at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Lao Prime Minister ThonglounSisoulith left Hanoi on late December 6, concluding his three-day visit toVietnam to co-chair the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-GovernmentalCommittee on bilateral cooperation at the invitation of his Vietnamesecounterpart Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
While in Vietnam, the Lao PM paid a courtesy call to PartyGeneral Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong and met with NationalAssembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan.
At the meetings, the two sides reached high consensus on thecooperation orientations for 2021 and in the next five and 10 years.
They agreed to focus on effectively implementing majoragreements between the two countries, including the Vietnam-Laos cooperationplan for 2021 and the deals signed on this occasion.
The two sides sketched out many drastic and practicalmeasures to continue deepening bilateral political and diplomatic relations,strengthening the defence-security partnership and giving special priority to education-trainingcollaboration.
The two sides will promote economic cooperation, while fosteringthe connectivity between the two economies, especially linkages in transport,infrastructure and telecommunications. They will encourage ministries, sectorslocalities, businesses and people of both sides to expand cooperation andmutual support.
At the same time, the two countries will work together to mobilise resourcesfrom international partners for joint projects and programmes.
The two sides vowed to continue coordinating closely withand support each other at regional and international forums, especially withinthe ASEAN, the Mekong Sub-region cooperation mechanisms and the United Nations.
The two countries will strengthen mutual consultations and assistance toenhance their position and national self-reliance, especially in issues relatedto security and strategy in the region, including the East Sea and Mekongissues. They pledged to work with other ASEAN countries to effectively copewith the COVID-19 pandemic, promoting intra-bloc solidarity and the centralrole of the ASEAN as well as the building of ASEAN Community.
The two PMs pledged to direct ministries, sectors,localities and relevant agencies of the two sides to work together toeffectively implement bilateral agreements and commitments, including thecreation of optimal conditions for businesses of both sides to cooperate ininvestment and production./.
The Vietnamese and Lao Governments are organising the 43rd session of their inter-governmental committee, affirming both countries’ diplomatic priority of unceasingly developing the bilateral relationship of great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith co-chaired the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Lao Inter-Governmental Committee on bilateral cooperation in Hanoi on December 6.
Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong on December 6 hosted a reception for a high-ranking delegation of Laos led by Politburo member and Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith who are on a visit to Vietnam to attend the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-Governmental Committee on bilateral cooperation.
Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan had a meeting on December 6 with Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith who is on a Vietnam’s visit to attend the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam-Lao Inter-Governmental Committee.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA) 
