Party to continue strengthening ties with global political parties
The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) will continue bolstering comprehensive and result-oriented relations with global political parties, a senior Party official said in Hanoi on February 26.
Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)⛄ – The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) will continue bolstering comprehensive and result-oriented relations with global political parties, a senior Party official said in Hanoi on February 26.
Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan made the remark at a meeting with ambassadors and heads of foreign representative agencies.
He thanked the diplomats for regularly exchanging information and closely cooperating with his commission in diplomatic activities between Vietnam and their nations.
At its recent 12th National Congress, the CPV received warm encouragement via congratulatory messages from leaders and ruling and non-ruling political parties of over 100 countries and diplomatic missions in Vietnam, he added.
Quan stressed the Southeast Asian country will continue the consistent foreign policy of independence, autonomy, peace, cooperation and development, multilateralisation and diversification of external relations, proactive and active international integration, and being a friend, a trustworthy partner and a responsible member of the international community.
The policy’s ultimate goal is to firmly safeguard independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, ensure a peaceful and stable environment, optimise external resources for national development and protection, raise the country’s prestige and stature, and contribute to peace, national independence, democracy and social progress in the world, the official added.
On behalf of the diplomats, Moroccan Ambassador El Houcine Fardani, head of the diplomatic corps in Vietnam, congratulated the success of the 12th National Party Congress and spoke highly of the country’s achievements during the three decades of Doi moi (Reform).
He said he believes that with its sound policies, Vietnam will attain greater accomplishments in national industrialisation and modernisation.
He also valued the effective cooperation between the Commission for External Relations and foreign diplomatic missions, adding that such affiliation will help solidify Vietnam’s connections with other countries.-VNA
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Multilateral diplomacy deserves to have a higher place among priorities of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the coming time, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh.
The Party General Secretary’s special envoy has asserted the continual reinforcement and development of traditional friendship, solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos.
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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.
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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.
Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan (Photo: VNA)
