Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Chinese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Han Changfu in Hanoi on October 14 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuchosted a reception for Chinese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Han Changfu in Hanoi on October 14, during which the PM said that thecountries should promote agricultural cooperation, contributing to balancingbilateral trade.
Lauding the Chinesedelegation’s visit, the PM spoke highly of the partnership between the twoagriculture ministries over the past 70 years and the practical outcomes intheir cooperation with the recent signing of a number of agreements on trade onfarm produce.
He noted that trade tiesbetween Vietnam and China have expanded strongly over the years, and Vietnam isthe biggest trade partner of China among ASEAN members.
For his part, Han thanked theVietnamese PM for supporting the affiliation in agriculture between the twocountries.
He told his host that duringhis talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Xuan Cuong, the two sidesdiscussed various issues related to cooperation in agriculture and ruraldevelopment, as well as application of science and technology in agriculture,agricultural product processing, and collaboration mechanisms between the twosides.
PM Phuc proposed that the twoministries should strengthen partnership in science and technology, asking theChinese side to support Vietnam in training agricultural experts.
They should continue workingclosely to popularise to fishermen of the two countries the memorandum ofunderstanding on bilateral cooperationin releasing and protecting aquatic resources, signed between the VietnameseMinistry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Chinese Ministry ofAgriculture and Rural Affairs in January, 2017.
He suggested that the twosides strengthen cooperation in dealing with issues related to fishing boatsand fishermen, while pushing ahead with the negotiation and signing of abilateral agreement on the setting up of a hotline for unexpected incidents infishing activities at sea./.
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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.
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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 (R) receives Chinese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Han Changfu in Hanoi on October 14 (Photo: VNA) 
