President Tran Dai Quang valued the close cooperation between the two legislatures of Vietnam and Russia during his meeting with Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin in Moscow.
President Tran Dai Quang (L) and Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin (Source: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) - President Tran Dai Quangvalued the close cooperation and mutual support between the two legislatures ofVietnam and Russia during his meeting with Chairman of the StateDuma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin in Moscow on June 30.
He wished the Vietnam-Russia and Russia-VietnamFriendship Parliamentarians’ Groups will continue working hard to helpconsolidate the collaborations between the two legislative bodies and thecountries’ comprehensive strategic partnership in general.
Atthe meeting, the two sides described the effective implementation of theVietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) as a top priority at present.
President Quang suggested the two parliaments work closely together to monitorthe EVFTA implementation in order to create a strong boost to bilateral traderelations, with an aim of raising two-way trade to 10 billion USD by 2020.
The Russian Duma Chairman spoke highly of theVietnamese President’s official visit to Russia, saying that it will map outdevelopment orientations and deepen the two countries’ comprehensive strategicpartnership, including the ties between their legislatures.
The State Duma always pays special attention topromoting and enhancing the Vietnam – Russia cooperation in the fields ofeconomy, trade, science – technology, education – training, defence – security,and tourism, he said.
The Russian legislative body will actively support the building of a suitablelegal framework to step up investment cooperation in industry, agriculture,energy, oil and gas between the two nations.
He also expressed his delight at ChairwomanNguyen Thi Kim Ngan’s upcoming participation in the137th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly slated for October inRussia.
President Tran Dai Quang noted his support forcultural exchanges between the two countries, including the organisation of theRussian Culture Days in Vietnam in 2017.
He also called on the State Duma to providelegal assistance and favourable conditions for Vietnamese people living in thecountry.-VNA
President Tran Dai Quang affirmed Vietnam’s consistent policy of treasuring the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia and prioritising the development of the ties.
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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).
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
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.
President Tran Dai Quang (L) and Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin (Source: VNA) 
