Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had bilateral meetings with Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., Indonesian President Joko Widodo, and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, on the occasion of his attendance at the ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia on October 20.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and Indonesian President Joko Widodo. (Photo: VNA)
Riyadh (VNA)🔯 – PrimeMinister Pham Minh Chinh had bilateral meetings with Philippine PresidentFerdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr., Indonesian President Joko Widodo, and SingaporeanPrime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, on the occasion of his attendance at the ASEAN-GulfCooperation Council (GCC) Summit in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia on October 20.
PM Chinh and thePhilippine President instructedthe relevant ministries and agencies to step up the signing of an inter-governmentalagreement on rice trade to enhance the proactive role of Vietnam and thePhilippines in rice production and export.
Thetwo leaders affirmed that the upcoming Vietnam visit by President Marcos Jr. willgenerate a new impetus to further develop the extensive and effectiverelationship between the two countries, bringing tangible benefits to theirpeople and making positive contributions to peace, security and stability inthe region.
ꦺ The Vietnameseand Indonesian leaders also vowed to actively discuss measures to reinforceties in the coming time. They will effectively implement the signed agreementsand accelerate the early ratification of the agreement on delineation of exclusiveeconomic zones, contributing to bringing practical benefits to their people.
Thetwo leaders affirmed their active coordination to boost trade cooperation,agreeing to assign relevant ministries to negotiate and move toward the signingof a long-term trade agreement on rice export, as well as expand the export-importof agricultural products to each other's market. PM Chinh congratulated Indonesia on its success as the Chair ofASEAN 2023. On global and regional issues, they vowed to continue workingclosely together at various global and regional forums, particularly at theUnited Nations and ASEAN, as well as in global and regional issues of shared interest.
During their conversation, PM Chinh and his Singaporean counterpart discussed orientations to upgrade bilateralrelationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership at an appropriate time.
Speakinghighly of the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP)’s positive contributions,they agreed to instruct relevant agencies to study the possibility ofestablishing an association of both countries’ industrial zones, therebyimproving the efficiency of VSIP operations using smart, green and sustainablemodels, and promoting the development of industrial-urban ecosystems. They alsoconsented to jointly build a shared database between the two countries tofacilitate the digital transformation process of both economies.
On prioritiesand focuses of Vietnam-Singapore economic ties, PM Lee recognised Vietnam'shuge potential in renewable energy, particularly wind and solar power. PM Chinhthanked Singapore for licensing the supply of clean electricity from Vietnam tothe island state.
🔯 The two sides also underlined the importance of strengtheningpeople-to-people exchanges, including among youth from both countries, to raise mutualunderstanding and deepen the enduring friendship and connection between the twonations./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh pointed to substantial potential for Vietnam and Saudi Arabia to foster their cooperation while addressing a business forum in Riyadh on October 19 (local time) as part of his trip to the Middle East nation to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations - Gulf Cooperation Council (ASEAN - GCC) Summit.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Al-Ibrahim and Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi in Riyadh on October 19 (local time), as part of his trip to attend the ASEAN - Gulf Cooperation Council (ASEAN - GCC) Summit and visit to Saudi Arabia.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 19 visited the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Headquarters, met GCC Secretary General Jassim Muhammad Al-Budaiwi and witnessed the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and the GCC Secretariat as part of his trip to the Middle East nation to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations – GCC (ASEAN-GCC) summit.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the significance of the first-ever Summit between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit held in Saudi Arabia’s capital city of Riyadh on October 20, saying that it marked a historical milestone.
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.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and Indonesian President Joko Widodo. (Photo: VNA) 
