President Vo Van Thuong hosted a reception in Hanoi on January 11 for Politburo member, Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee’s Secretariat and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee Li Shulei.
President Vo Van Thuong (R) and head of the CPC Central Committee's Publicity Department Li Shulei (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – President Vo Van Thuong hosted a reception in Hanoion January 11 for Politburo member, Secretary of the CommunistParty of China (CPC) Central Committee’s Secretariat and head of the PublicityDepartment of the CPC Central Committee Li Shulei.
꧃ President Vo Van Thuong spoke highly of the significance of the Chineseguest's visit, which marks the first high-level exchange activity between thetwo Parties and countries in 2024 and aims to concretise the importantcommon perceptions reached by the two Party leaders, especially following the Statevisit to Vietnam by General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee and President of China XiJinping and his spouse late last year.
Congratulating the Chinese Party, State and peopleon their achievements over the past years, he expressed his belief that underthe leadership of General Secretary and President Xi,the Chinese people will successfully realise the "SecondCentennial" goal, making China a "great modern socialist country" that is prosperous, strong, democratic, culturally advanced, harmonious and beautiful, contributing even more significantly to peace, cooperation and development in the region and the world. Li, for his part, lauded President Thuong'ssuggestions about promoting cooperation between the two Parties and countries, andimproving the effectiveness of coordination between the Communist Party ofVietnam Central Committee's Commission for Popularisation and Education and the CPC CentralCommittee’s Publicity Department. He said both sides will further strengthen coordination and shareexperience in ideological and cultural work in line with the common perceptionsreached by the leaders from both Parties and countries. This includes activelypopularising the long-standing friendship and achievements in bilateral cooperativerelationship.
In reply, the Vietnamese leader suggested an increase inexchanges and meetings between leaders at various levels from both Parties andcountries.
Vietnam welcomes leaders from the Chinese Party, State, agenciesand localities to the country, he said, adding that the time-tested Vietnam-China relationship has been nurtured bygenerations of leaders from both Parties and countries, becoming an invaluableasset that needs to be widely disseminated among officials, Party members,citizens, and especially young generations in both nations.
🐭 Speaking highly of the talksbetween Nguyen Trong Nghia, head of the Commission for Popularisation and Education and the Chineseguest, he proposed fully disseminating the Joint Statement and the six majordirections outlined during the Vietnam visit by General Secretary and President Xi, thuscreating a solid foundation for the effective implementation of cooperationagreements between the two sides./.
Vietnam and China have agreed to build a community with a shared future that carries strategic significance, striving for their peoples’ happiness and for the peace and progress of humankind, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said at the ministry’s regular press conference in Hanoi on December 14.
The Vietnamese Party and State always value and give top priority to the Vietnam-China relations, Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and head of its Commission for Popularisation and Education Nguyen Trong Nghia said on January 10.
Vietnamese Minister of Public Security General To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on January 10 for Chinese Vice Minister of Public Security Chen Siyuan.
A cultural and academic exchange forum was held between Vietnam and China in Hanoi on January 11, drawing the participation of many experts, scholars, intellectuals and artists from the two countries.
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.
President Vo Van Thuong (R) and head of the CPC Central Committee's Publicity Department Li Shulei (Photo: VNA) 
