The Government of Vietnam will create favourable conditions for the US oil and gas group ExxonMobil to successfully implement cooperation programmes and projects in Vietnam.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Jon Gibbs, ExxonMobil Vice President of Asia Pacific and Middle East (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Government of Vietnam will createfavourable conditions for the US oil and gas group ExxonMobil to successfullyimplement cooperation programmes and projects in Vietnam, Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc has said.
During a reception in Hanoi on August 29 for Jon Gibbs, ExxonMobil VicePresident of Asia Pacific and Middle East, PM Phuc applauded investmentprojects of ExxonMobil in Vietnam, particularly cooperation projects with theVietnam National Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam).
For his part, Gibbs expressed his hope that the PM and the Governmentof Vietnam will facilitate the group’s cooperation projects with PetroVietnamso that they could be soon implemented, benefiting both sides.
He also suggested the Vietnamese Government support its projects tobuild power plants in Vietnam in order to shorten the implementation time.
PM Phuc said the Government has approved the planning scheme for theGas Treatment and Power Centre in the central region, including projects inQuang Nam and Quang Ngai provinces, in which environmental protection andwelfare of the people are the biggest requirements.
He also urged ExxonMobil to continue working closely with theElectricity of Vietnam (EVN) Group, PetroVietnam and the Ministry of Industryand Trade to ensure the progress of the projects.
Established in 1859, ExxonMobil is a multinational oil and gas corporationheadquartered in Irving, Texas. ExxonMobil is the largestrefiner in the world, with 37 oilrefineries in 21 countries with a combined daily refining capacityof 6.3 million barrels.-VNA
The Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam)’s Exploration Production Corporation (PVEP) and the Exxon Mobil Vietnam Company signed a framework agreement on the Blue Whale project development and gas sale in Hanoi on January 13.
Through the VinaCapital Foundation, ExxonMobil Vietnam Company Limited on May 25 donated 50,000 USD to purchase medical equipment for district-level hospitals in central Quang Nam province.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his entourage returned to Hanoi on June 2, concluding the US visit from May 29-31 at the invitation of President Donald Trump.
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.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Jon Gibbs, ExxonMobil Vice President of Asia Pacific and Middle East (Source: VNA)
