NA Chairman’s Bulgaria visit to deepen friendship, cooperation: official
Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visit to Bulgaria from September 23-26 will contribute to deepening the traditional friendship and strengthening multi-faceted cooperation between the two countries, which have been built and nurtured over the past 73 years.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee for Foreign Affairs Don Tuan Phong. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue’sofficial visit to Bulgaria from September 23-26 will contribute to deepeningthe traditional friendship and strengthening multi-faceted cooperation between thetwo countries, which have been built and nurtured over the past 73 years.
The statement was made by Vice Chairman of the NationalAssembly's Committee for Foreign Affairs Don Tuan Phong in an interviewgranted to the media ahead of the visit, which will be made at the invitation ofPresident of the NA of Bulgaria Rosen Zhelyazkov.
Phong said that in 1950, Bulgaria was one of thefirst countries in the world to officially establish diplomatic relations withVietnam. Hue’s official visit is made 15 years after the visit to the Europeancountry by then NA Chairman Nguyen Phu Trong in 2008.
During his stay in Bulgaria, Hue will hold talks andmeetings with senior Bulgarian leaders, attend a law policy forum to promotebilateral cooperation, and deliver a policy speech at the University ofNational and World Economy in Sofia capital.
The visit also aims to enhance collaboration between the twoparliaments, as they plan to update their memorandum of understanding with newcooperation contents to suit the international and regional situation as wellas the relationship between the two countries.
A photo exhibition featuring 70 years of Vietnam-Bulgaria friendship and development held in 2020. (Photo: VNA)
One of the very important contents of this visit is toprompt Bulgaria in particular and the European Union in general in effectivelyimplementing the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), and urging theBulgarian NA to soon ratify the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement(EVIPA), said Phong.
He said that cooperation between the two parliaments isdeveloping extensively in both bilateral and multilateral aspects. They have maintained coordination and mutual support at multilateralparliamentary forums such as the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), the Asia-EuropeParliamentary Partnership Meeting (ASEP).
During the trip, Hue and Bulgarian leaders will discuss measuresto intensify collaboration in various fields to be commensurate with thepotential and desires of the two countries, Phong added./.
President Vo Van Thuong applauded contributions by Bulgarian Ambassador to Vietnam Marinela Petkova to the countries’ relations while receiving the outgoing diplomat in Hanoi on June 9.
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).
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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.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee for Foreign Affairs Don Tuan Phong. (Photo: VNA) 
A photo exhibition featuring 70 years of Vietnam-Bulgaria friendship and development held in 2020. (Photo: VNA) 
