PM meets with outstanding intellectuals, scientists
The Party and State highly value Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists, as well as their contributions to the national development, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (C) and Vietnamese intellectuals, scientists (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Party and State highlyvalue Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists, as well as their contributionsto the national development, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
During a meeting with 300 outstanding intellectualsand scientists from all over the country on January 29 in Hanoi – just ahead ofthe Tet (Lunar New Year) festival 2019 – PM Phuc conveyed his gratitude to scientistsfor their great contributions, while stressing the importance of science andtechnology to the country’s development.
He appreciated the opinions shared by participants at the meeting, saying thathe will dedicate more time to listening to and holding dialogues with scientistson issues related to institutions and policy-making.
The PM also expressed his joy at the strongdevelopment of the intellectual and scientist community.
At the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Vietnam broughtalong a very strong message, demonstrating the country’s aspiration anddetermination to become a nation of innovation, with an economy that is deeplylinked to the global financial system, Phuc said.
He noted that Vietnam signed a cooperation agreementwith WEF on building a technological revolution centre in Vietnam, which willbe connected to other similar centres in the US, the EU, China, and India.
The country aims to create acceleration in economic development and disasterprevention in the coming time, he said.
The PM called on intellectuals and scientists, including those living abroad,to make more contributions towards national development, turning Vietnam into ahigh-income country in the future.
He asked for more efforts in adapting to climate change; ensuring energy safetyand security; and promoting healthcare, agriculture, and social science.
Agreeing with the idea that in order to develop science and technology, it isnecessary to have good institutions and laws, PM Phuc said the Government must workto fine-tune policies so as to develop not only innovative thinking but alsofinancial policy, thus smoothing the way for increased sci-tech development andfinancial management.–VNA
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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.
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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).
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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 Nguyen Xuan Phuc (C) and Vietnamese intellectuals, scientists (Photo: VNA)
