Vietnam and Russia should take measures to soon lift the annual bilateral trade to 10 billion USD, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said during his reception in Hanoi for Russia Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov on November 11.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) meets with Russia Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov in Hanoi on November 11. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Russia should takemeasures to soon lift the annual bilateral trade to 10 billion USD, Prime MinisterNguyen Xuan Phuc said during his reception in Hanoi for Russia Ambassador to Vietnam KonstantinVnukov on November 11.
The reception took place shortly after the virtual meetingof the Vietnam – Russia Inter-governmental Committee had wrapped up successfully onthe same day.
Speaking to the Russian diplomat, PM Phuc welcomed themeeting, saying itprovided a good opportunity for the governments, ministries andagencies of the two sides to exchange views and seek ways to foster cooperation in the comingtime.
He also spoke highly of the enthusiastic contributions madeby the Russian diplomat during his mission in Vietnam to strengthening the two countries’Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Vietnam and Russia enjoy a high level of politicaltrust and regular exchanges of delegation, particularly at the high level, theleader said, adding that economic cooperation between the two nations has seenpositive progress over recent years, with two-way trade growing to 4.5 billionUSD in 2019 from 2.5 billion USD in 2014.
Despite the adverse impact of COVID-19, the bilateral trade rose bynearly 10 percent in the first nine months of this year, he added.
The leader went on to say the two countries should further beefup ties in economy, trade, security and defence, and that they need to removebarriers to pave the way for expansion of cooperation.
Russia Ambassador Konstantin Vnukov, for his part, said Russiaand Vietnam have a special relationship and the Russian side always treasures this.
He affirmed Russia’s support for Vietnam as the Chair of ASEANthis year, saying ASEAN is one of Russia’ top priorities for cooperation inAsia-Pacific and Vietnam tops ASEAN member states in economic and traderelations with Russia.
Vietnam is among the countries succeeding in combating COVID-19,he continued, adding Russia wants to assist Vietnam in COVID response, particularly interms of vaccine.
PM Phuc, meanwhile, reiterated that as the ASEAN Chair 2020,Vietnam continues supporting and bolstering the ASEAN-Russia StrategicPartnership./.
Spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova has expressed thanks to the Vietnamese Government for its continued provision of humanitarian assistance for Russia in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic.
Defence Minister General Ngo Xuan Lich held phone talks with his Russian counterpart General Sergey Shoigu on October 30, during which they reviewed defence cooperation results over the past time and set forth future orientations.
As Vietnam is serving as ASEAN Chair in 2020, many Russian experts have their belief in the Southeast Asian nation’s activeness in promoting ASEAN-Russia cooperative relations.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) meets with Russia Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov in Hanoi on November 11. (Photo: VNA)
