The top legislator expressed his satisfaction with the strong cooperation between the Vietnamese NA and the Spanish parliament, reflected in regular delegation exchanges, close coordination, and joint initiatives at both regional and global parliamentary forums.
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man (right) and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam is willing to act as a bridge to promote relations between the Spanish parliament and the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), National Assembly Chairma🦂n Tran Thanh Man told visiting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez at their meeting in Hanoi on April 9.
Highlighting the significance of PM Sánchez's visit - the first by a head of the Spanish government since the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries, Chairman Man expressed his confidence that it will serve as a major impetus, opening up a new chapter for the Vietnam–Spain Strategic Partnership.
The top legislator expressed his satisfaction with the strong cooperation between the Vietnamese NA and the Spanish parliament, reflected in regular delegation exchanges, close coordination, and joint initiatives at both regional and global parliamentary forums. He also proposed maintaining regular meetings between the Parliamentary Friendship Groups of the two countries to further strengthen legislative cooperation.
The Spanish PM agreed with NA Chairman Man’s assessment of the development of the bilateral Strategic Partnership and voiced his support for the further elevation of relations between the two nations in the near future.
Both sides concurred to effectively implement existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms and enhance exchanges between high-level delegations and parliamentary committees of both countries to share information and legislative and supervision experiences. These efforts will help build mutual understanding, strengthen political trust, and create favourable conditions to boost cooperation in all areas.
They also pledged to fully and effectively implement the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) to take advantage of its opportunities, and to expand cooperation in culture and sports to foster greater understanding and exchange between the people of both nations.
PM Sánchez emphasised Spain’s desire to promote cooperation in areas of its strength such as infrastructure, railway, automotive industry, and renewable energy. He also noted that the Spanish government plans to soon hold a meeting with the Vietnamese community in Spain to listen to their views and aspirations.
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez agree to continue enhancing coordination at inter-parliamentary forums such as the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie. (Photo: VNA)
Chairman Man thanked Spain for ratifying the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) and called on Spain to prompt other EU member states to complete the ratification process soon, contributing to fair investment cooperation and facilitating Spanish businesses operating in Vietnam. He also suggested Spain urge the European Commission to soon lift its “yellow card” imposed on Vietnam’s seafood exports.
The two leaders agreed to continue enhancing coordination at inter-parliamentary forums such as the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF). They also reaffirmed their support for multilateralism and the respect for international law to address regional and global challenges, especially in the context of an increasingly complicated and rapidly changing world, including the East Sea issue./.
Highlighting the significance of the first-ever visit by a head of the Spanish government since the establishment of diplomatic ties, the Party chief believed that the visit will serve as a catalyst to elevate the bilateral Strategic Partnership to a new height, fostering prosperity and mutual benefits for both nations while contributing to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
PM Sánchez reaffirmed that Vietnam is one of Spain’s top priority partners in Southeast Asia and agreed on the need to elevate the bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Vietnam attaches importance to and wishes to further strengthen multifaceted cooperation with Spain – the first strategic partner of Vietnam in the EU, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated. He highly evaluated Spain for its significant achievements in socio-economic development and its active role in addressing global issues.
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.
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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.
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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.
