Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) receives President of the Lao State Inspection Authority Khamphan Phommaphat. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for President of the Lao State Inspection Authority Khamphan Phommaphat in Hanoi on June 1.
PM Chinh said that he believed that the Lao official’s visit will help deepen the special ties between the two countries and trustful cooperation between their government inspection agencies.
Khamphan, who is also Politburo member of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP), Secretary of the LPRP Central Committee, head of its Inspection Commission and head of the central committee for corruption prevention and control, briefed the PM on the agenda and outcomes of his visit, including the signing of a new cooperation agreement between the two government inspection agencies, with the aim of improving their efficiency in inspection activities and settlement of complaints and denunciations.
He thanked the Vietnamese side for giving whole-hearted support to Laos in Party and State inspection activities, and expressed his hope to continue to receive more assistance.
The Lao official affirmed that in his position, he will work hard to enhance the effectiveness of cooperation with Vietnam’s Party and government inspection agencies.
PM Chinh expressed his pleasure at the positive progress of Vietnam-Laos partnerships in all fields, including Party, State inspection and anti-corruption.
He noted that in the first three months of 2022, two-way trade exceeded 400 million USD, up nearly 20 percent year-on-year. Both sides are working closely to effectively realise the agreements reached by senior leaders of the two countries and the outcomes of the 44th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-Governmental Committee, including infrastructure connectivity projects.
The PM underlined the significance of the special relations between the two countries, affirming that Vietnam always attaches great importance to cooperation with Laos and will do its best to further develop the ties in all fields.
He said he believed that Laos will continue to make more achievements during the implementation of the Resolution of the 11th LPRP National Congress and the five-year socio-economic development plan, building a prosperous country./.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP)’s Central Committee has resolved to take action to urgently address economic difficulties, especially those relating to the fuel shortage, fluctuating currency exchange rates, and rising inflation.
Truong Thi Mai, Politburo member, Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and head of its Organisation Commission, is leading a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation to visit Laos from May 30 to June 1.
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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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Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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 Pham Minh Chinh (R) receives President of the Lao State Inspection Authority Khamphan Phommaphat. (Photo: VNA) 
