PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc meets Vietnamese expats in Canada
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc met with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamese community from across Canada in Quebec on June 10 morning (local time).
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the meeting with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Canada (Photo: VNA)
Quebec (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc metwith staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamesecommunity from across Canada in Quebec on June 10 morning (local time).
At the meeting, Vietnamese expatriates expressedtheir delight at the fast socio-economic development of Vietnam as well as thesuccess of PM Phuc’s participation in the G7 Outreach Summit and visit toCanada. They said the trip is a great contribution to bilateral relations andalso an encouragement to the Vietnamese community in Canada.
They also informed PM Phuc about the life ofVietnamese in Canada, noting that with the support of the Vietnamese Embassyand overseas representative agencies, their material and spiritual lives havebeen improved.
The expatriates voiced their hope for more assistancefrom the Party and State in procedures for visa and returning to do businessand invest in the homeland.
PM Phuc reiterated the Party and State’sconsistent policy of considering overseas Vietnamese as an integral part and aresource of Vietnam. He stressed all Vietnamese expatriates, including those inCanada, are encouraged to return to visit and invest in the homeland tocontribute to national development and protection.
He said 2018 marks the 45th founding anniversaryof Vietnam-Canada diplomatic ties, noting that Vietnam is the top ASEAN tradepartner of Canada. The PM recalled that during his meeting with PM JustinTrudeau in Vietnam in 2017, he had asked the Canadian leader to providefavourable conditions for the Vietnamese community in Canada, thus helping toenhance bilateral friendship.
Phuc noted with satisfaction that many Vietnamesepeople in Canada have been successful and actively engaged in key economicfields in Canada like science-technology and education.
The Government leader asked Vietnamese aroundthe globe, including in Canada, to continue overcoming difficulties, keepingsolidarity and mutual support, and contributing to the development of thehomeland.-VNA
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc introduced to Canadian businesses the dynamic Vietnamese economy with improved investment and business environment and abundant opportunities for foreign investors.
The website of the Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada on June 9 published an article of the Vietnam News Agency titled “Vietnam’s G7 Participation Opportunity to Build on Economic, Geostrategic Relationship with Canada.”
Several memoranda of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in different fields were inked between Vietnam and Canada in the presence of Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc at the two countries’ business roundtable in Quebec on June 8 (Canada time).
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau reached consensus on measures to step up bilateral ties across fields during their talks in Quebec, Canada, on June 10 (local time).
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.
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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 speaks at the meeting with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Canada (Photo: VNA) 
