National Assembly Chairman arrives in Hungary, begins official visit
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and a high-level delegation of the Vietnamese legislature arrived at Liszt Ferenc airport in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, in the afternoon June 25 (local time), beginning an official visit at the invitation of of the Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary, László Kövér.
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (R) was welcomed at the airport by Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian parliament István Jakab (Photo: VNA)
Budapest, (VNA) – National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and ahigh-level delegation of the Vietnamese legislature arrived at Liszt Ferencairport in Budapest, the capital of Hungary, in the afternoon June 25 (localtime), beginning an official visit at the invitation of ofthe Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary, László Kövér.
Hue and the delegation were welcomed at the airport by Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian parliament István Jakab, HungarianAmbassador to Vietnam Ory Csaba and Vietnamese Ambassador to HungaryNguyen Thi Bich Thao, among others.
The visit of NA Chairman Hue takes place amid gooddevelopment of the Vietnam-Hungary ties after the two countries elevated theirrelationship to a comprehensive partnership during the visit in 2018 of Vietnam’sParty General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.
Hungary has been very active in pushing forthe ratification of the EU-Vietnam FTA. It was also the first among EU memberstates to ratify the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA).
The two-way trade totalled 1.1 billion USD last year with improved balance oftrade, despite impacts of COVID-19.
Education-training is a traditional cooperation field between the two sides, withthousands of Vietnamese having received training in Hungary. The Europeannation has been the largest provider of scholarships for Vietnamese studentsamong EU nations. It is taking necessary steps to establish a Hungariancultural centre in Hanoi.
It has been committed to providing Vietnam with ODA loans worth 440 million EURfor the implementation of a number of priority projects in Vietnam.
The two parliaments have also maintained theexchange of high-ranking delegations, sharing of experience and exchangesbetween their committees and parliamentary friendship groups, along with closecoordination at regional and international inter-parliamentary forums likeAIPA, AIPA, IPU, APPF, ASEP or APF.
The visit demonstrates the political resolve of both sides topromote parliamentary cooperation, particularly in building and completing alegal corridor to facilitate stable and long-term operation for their investorsand businesses, and promote collaboration in multiple areas./.
The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) of Vietnam and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary on March 29 signed an cooperation agreement on the implementation of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme in the 2022-2024 period.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong has sent a letter of congratulations to Viktor Orban, Prime Minister of Hungary and head of the Hungarian Civic Alliance (FIDESZ).
Vietnam and Hungary are looking to step up bilateral partnership in multiple areas and the effective implementation of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UVFTA) during National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visit to Hungary from June 26 – 28.
Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visit to Hungary from June 26-28 will surely open up many cooperation opportunities for the two countries and their parliaments, Hungarian Ambassador to Vietnam Ory Csaba has affirmed.
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.
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (R) was welcomed at the airport by Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian parliament István Jakab (Photo: VNA) 
