PM urges consideration of building border economic zone in Cao Bang
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 1 suggested considering the possibility of building a border economic zone in the northern border province of Cao Bang.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (wearing glasses) inspects operation of Tra Linh border gate after its upgrade (Photo: VNA)
Cao Bang (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 1 suggestedconsidering the possibility of building a border economic zone in the northernborder province of Cao Bang.
He visited Tra Linh border gate in the province’s TrungKhanh district after its upgrade.
The Tra Linh – Longbang (China) border gatepair was upgraded into an international one on December 28, which is expectedto help expand the flows of people, vehicles and goods from third countries,contributing to promoting economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam andChina and in the region, and further deepening the friendship between the twocountries.
The Government leader stressed the need to developthe economy, including border gate and border trade economies, in accordancewith Vietnam's laws and international practices; ensure security, social orderand safety; promote vigilance; prevent and combat crimes such as smuggling,drugs; and ensure safety for people passing through border gates.
He ordered relevant authorities to continue building and perfecting the planning,investing in upgrading infrastructure, and researching appropriate policies andmechanisms to create favourable conditions for import and export activities,attract more investment, and promote comprehensive cooperation and developmentin all fields, particularly investment, trade, intermodal transportation, andtourism.
On the same day, PM Chinh paid a New Year visit andpresented gifts to forces on duty at Tra Linh international bordergate.
He also attended a ground-breaking ceremony of the firstphase of a project to build an expressway connecting Dong Dang border gate inLang Son province and Cao Bang’s Tra Linh./.
Upgrading transport infrastructure is defined the key for unlocking the great potential of northern mountainous localities, especially in tourism and culture, held experts.
A ceremony is scheduled to be held in late December to officially announce the upgrade of the pair of Tra Linh (Vietnam) - Longbang (China) border gates into international ones.
The pair of border gates between Tra Linh in Cao Bang province of Vietnam and Longbang in China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region have been upgraded into international ones recently.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 1 attended a ground-breaking ceremony of the first phase of a project to build an expressway connecting the two northwestern border provinces of Lang Son and Cao Bang.
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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.
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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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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (wearing glasses) inspects operation of Tra Linh border gate after its upgrade (Photo: VNA) 
