PM Pham Minh Chinh hosts business, university leaders in UK
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted leaders of ten foreign corporations and leading British universities in Edinburg, Scotland, on October 31 (local time), as part of his visit to the UK for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26).
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (right) hosts President of Pacific Land Group Patrick McKillen. (Photo: VNA)
Edinburg (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinhhosted leaders of ten foreign corporations and leading British universities inEdinburg, Scotland, on October 31 (local time), as part ofhis visit to the UK for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference(COP26).
During the meetings, Chinh held that despite impacts ofthe COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnam has been highly regarded by the internationalcommunity for its efforts to fulfill the twin goals of keeping the virus at bayand boosting economic growth, and for remaining a safe and attractive FDIdestination.
Sharing concerns of foreign investors in Vietnam over theCOVID-19 fallout, the PM said the Vietnamese Government and public agencieswill continue to create favourable conditions for them to grow successful and sustainable business inthe long term in the spirit of “harmonizing benefits and sharing risks.”
Meeting Prof. Mohammed Abdel, representative of the UK’s Universityof Liverpool, the Vietnamese leader asked the professor and University of Liverpoolto continue coordinating with Vietnam in training human resources and developingstrategies, policies and mechanisms in response to climate change in the MekongDelta particularly, environment protection, and emerging epidemics.
Agreeing with Chinh’s proposals, Abdel said hisuniversity wants to bolster specific cooperation projects with Vietnam toproduce practical results.
Talking to President of Pacific Land Group PatrickMcKillen, Chinh highly spoke of the group's projects in Vietnam, especially Hanoi BiotechPark, which would help the country in coping with impacts of climate change andemerging epidemics.
McKillen, for his part, voiced his hope to be able to run long-term and stable business in Vietnam and revealed his intention to builda major hub for biotechnology studies in the country.
Chinh also had meetings with business leaders from largeenergy companies, including Enterprize Energy, Siemens, and JAKS Malaysia,during which he welcomed these companies to expand operation in Vietnam andcalled for more private investment in developing and providing hi-techsolutions for energy projects in the country.
All the guests expressed their delight at Vietnam’ssocio-economic development and COVID-19 response, saying they hope theGovernment of Vietnam to maintain and reinforce investment attractionincentives and provide all possible favourable conditions for them./.
The trip to the UK by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to attend the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) and visit this country will be a chance for Vietnam to show its responsible engagement in settling global climate change challenges and enhance the strategic partnership with the UK.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon right after landing at Prestwick Airport on October 31 morning (local time).
The United Nations-Climate Change Conference COP26 (the 26th Conference of the Parties) is taking place in Glasgow, the United Kingdom, between October 31 and November 12. The UK will be assuming the COP26 Presidency, in partnership with Italy.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended and witnessed a ceremony to sign 26 cooperation agreements between ministries, sectors and businesses of Vietnam and the United Kingdom (UK) on October 31 (London time) as part of his trip for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) and a working visit to the UK.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (right) hosts President of Pacific Land Group Patrick McKillen. (Photo: VNA)
