National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico(Source:VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam always attaches importance to reinforcing and promoting relations with traditional friends, including Slovakia, National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan told visiting Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
🎃During a reception for PM Robert Fico in Hanoi on July 18, the Vietnamese top legislator said that the guesꦏt’s visit reflects political trust between Vietnam and Slovakia, saying it will contribute to strongly promoting the bilateral relations.
She thanked the Slovak Government and people for their support for Vietnamese expats in the host country, affirming that they are serving as a bridge boosting friendship and trade links between the two nations.
She expressed her hope that the Slovak Prime Minister will work to create favourable conditions for Slovak enterprises to invest in Vietnam,.
Regarding the East Sea issue, the NA Chairwoman called on Slovakia to continue backing the viewpoint of Vietnam and ASEAN on the settlement of disputes through peaceful measures in line with international law.
On the occasion, she conveyed an invitation to the Speaker of the Slovak National Council to visit Vietnam.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico spoke highly of achievements made by Vietnam during its renewal process, especially in economic development.
Appreciating the role play by the Vietnamese NA in building legal system, the guest suggested the two sides maintain exchange of visits, including those of friendship parliamentarian groups and their legislative bodies’ committees, towards fostering cooperation and experience sharing in law making and supervision.
Informing the host of the outcomes of his talks with Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Xuan Phuc, PM Fico said the two counties can enhance economic cooperation in the coming time.
Slovakia hopes the freshly-concluded free trade agreement between 💦Vietnam and the European Union (EVFTA) will be soon enforced, affirming that as the rotating presidency of the EU, his country will closely monitor the ratification process of the agreement at parliaments of EU member nations.-VNA
Vietnam and Slovakia have treasured their traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation, their leaders said during Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai’s official visit to Slovakia.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Slovakian counterpart Robert Fico compared notes on specific measures to step up cooperation between the two countries during their talks in Hanoi on July 18.
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.
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico(Source:VNA)
