The Vietnamese Consulate General in Vancouver city of Canada’s British Columbia province hosted a ceremony on September 2 to mark the 77th National Day of Vietnam.
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Consulate Generalin Vancouver city of Canada’s British Columbia province hosted a ceremony onSeptember 2 to mark the 77th National Day of Vietnam.
In his remarks, Consul General Nguyen Quang Trunghighlighted achievements the Vietnamese Government and people have recordedover the past 77 years, and the relations between Vietnam and Canada. Two-way trade exceeded 10 billion CAD (over 7.6billion USD) last year despite adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, ofwhich the trade value between Vietnam and British Columbia was 2.5 billion USD.
The trade revenue between Vietnam and Canada reached6.1 billion CAD in the first half of this year, up nearly 25% year-on-year.
More than 20,000 Vietnamese students are studying ateducational institutions across Canada.
On this occasion, Premier of British Columbia JohnHorgan sent a congratulatory letter to the Vietnamese Consulate General, underwhich he affirmed that British Columbia wants to promote the friendship withVietnam.
In his remarks, Minister of Energy, Mines and LowCarbon Innovation of British Columbia Bruce Ralston emphasised thecomprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Canada and British Columbia inparticular, especially in economy, trade and education-training.
Vietnam is an important partner of Canada in theComprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)in Asia-Pacific, and is one of the most fastest-growing strategic tradepartners of British Columbia and Canada as well in the Association of SoutheastAsian Nations (ASEAN), he affirmed.
A similar ceremony was held by the Vietnamese ConsulateGeneral in Sydney, Australia.
At the ceremony in Sydney (Photo: VNA)
Present at the event, Scott Farlow, member of the LegislativeCouncil of New South Wales, said the relations between Vietnam and Australia ingeneral and New South Eales in particular have been developing sustainably, andare expected to grow further on the basis of mutual understanding and respect.
New South Wales wants to promote cooperationopportunities with Vietnam in all fields, from politics to trade, culture andeducation, he said.
On this occasion, Consul General Nguyen Dang Thangbriefed the guests on a number of Vietnam’s trade, investment and tourismpromotion programmes in the country./.
Vietnam and Canada held the first meeting of the Joint Economic Committee in Vancouver on July 6 with a view to helping lift bilateral economic ties to a new level and intensify the two countries’ comprehensive partnership.
The Hanoi chapter of the Vietnam – Australia Friendship Association held its sixth Congress for the 2022-2027 tenure on August 26 to review the past achievements and outline working orientations for new tenure.
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.
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.
At the ceremony in Canada (Photo: VNA) 
At the ceremony in Sydney (Photo: VNA) 
