President Tran Dai Quang begins State visit to Egypt
President Tran Dai Quang and his spouse arrived in Luxor city on August 25 afternoon (local time), beginning his State visit to Egypt from August 25-29 at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.
President Tran Dai Quang is welcomed at Luxor International Airport by local officials (Photo: VNA)
Luxor (VNA) – President Tran Dai Quang and his spouse arrived inLuxor city on August 25 afternoon (local time), beginning his State visit toEgypt from August 25-29 at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.
This is the first visit to Egypt by a head of the State of Vietnam since thetwo countries established diplomatic ties in 1963.
The visit is to reaffirm commitments that both sides signed in 2017, andpromote measures to boost bilateral cooperation in all aspects such aspolitics, economy-trade and investment, culture and education.
Egypt is one of the first Arab countries to have relations with Vietnam. From1958, Vietnam established a trade representative office in Egypt. Then, onSeptember 1, 1963, Vietnam and Egypt officially set up diplomatic ties. Thesame year, Vietnam opened its embassy in Cairo. One year later in 1964, Egyptopened its embassy in Hanoi.
Egypt was the first North African country to recognise Vietnam’s market economyin November 2013.
Egypt is the fifth largest trade partner of Vietnam in Africa. Bilateral tradebetween the two countries reached 350 million USD in 2017. Vietnam’s mainexports to the country included seafood, auto spare parts, fabrics, blackpepper, coffee, rubber, and consumer goods.
Each year, Egypt provides 12 Arab language training scholarships for Vietnamesestudents. On the occasion of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi’s visit to Vietnamin September 2017, Egypt pledged to provide technical assistance and trainingfor 10-20 officials on Halal standards for goods exported to the Muslim market.
The two countries have coordinated and provided mutual support at internationalforums, as well as shared views on issues of mutual concern at the UnitedNations.-VNA
Delegation exchanges at the highest level between Vietnam and Egypt will create a solid foundation for bilateral cooperation to develop, said Vietnamese Ambassador to the African nation Do Hoang Long.
The Al-Messa Daily newspaper of Egypt has praised the prospect of cooperation between Vietnam and the northern African country, affirming that the friendship between the two countries will enter a new stage of development after the upcoming State visit by Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang to the nation.
President Tran Dai Quang has said his upcoming visit to Egypt once again confirms Vietnam's desire to continue boosting the momentum for bilateral relations between the two countries to grow with a greater effectiveness and substance.
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.
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.
President Tran Dai Quang is welcomed at Luxor International Airport by local officials (Photo: VNA) 
