PM lauds legislatures’ contributions to Vietnam-France ties
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh spoke highly of the important contributions of Vietnamese and French legislatures to the relations between the two countries and cooperation between their localities, at a meeting with French National Assembly President Richard Ferrand on November 4.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) and French National Assembly President Richard Ferrand (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham MinhChinh spoke highly of the important contributions of Vietnamese and Frenchlegislatures to the relations between the two countries and cooperation betweentheir localities, at a meeting with French National Assembly President RichardFerrand on November 4.
Chinh, on a three-day official visit to France at the invitation of his French counterpart Jean Castex, repeated his thanks to the French State andGovernment for their donation of 400,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines via thebilateral mechanism and another 1 million doses via the COVAX Facility, saying that it is a manifestation of the close ties and strategic partnership betweenVietnam and France.
For his part, Ferrand affirmed that France attachesimportance to Vietnam’s role and position in the region, and lauded the country’sefforts in pandemic containment and economic recovery over the past time.
The leaders shared the view on the Vietnam-Francespecial historic relationship with close bonds in many aspects, and expressed their resolve to deepen the strategicpartnership across many spheres.
They said countries should uphold the sense ofresponsibility to contribute to peace, stability and prosperity in the region.
Ferrand emphasised the significance of maintainingsecurity, safety and freedom of navigation and aviation at seas and oceans,including the East Sea, on the basis of compliance to principles of international law, particularly the1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (1982 UNCLOS).
PM Chinh suggested the French legislative body coordinate with the French Government to effectively implement the EU-Vietnam Free TradeAgreement (EVFTA) and support the early ratification of the EU-VietnamInvestment Protection Agreement (EVIPA).
He also called on the French legislative body to backVietnam in efforts to get the European Commission (EC) to remove the “yellowcard” against Vietnamese fishery products, especially when France holds theEU Presidency in January 2022.
The PM thanked the French Government and parliament forcreating favourable conditions for the Vietnamese community in the country, especially amid COVID-19, and noted his wish for further assistance inthe time ahead.
Ferrand highly valued the Vietnamese community fortheir integration and successes in France.
PM Chinh conveyed an invitation to visit Vietnam from NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue to the French NA leader. Ferrand accepted theinvitation with pleasure and said he is ready to welcome Hue to France early./.
France is currently the fourth largest trade partner, the second leading investor and top official development assistance provider for Vietnam in the European Union.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his French counterpart Jean Castex in Paris on November 3 evening (local time), during which he stressed the importance of the relations with France in Vietnam’s foreign policy.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his French counterpart Jean Castex in Paris on November 3 evening (local time), during which he stressed the importance of the relations with France in Vietnam’s foreign policy.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) and French National Assembly President Richard Ferrand (Photo: VNA) 
