President Tran Dai Quang has affirmed that Vietnam’s achievements in 2017 cannot be separated from effective cooperation and support from countries and international organisations, including IPU.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) receives IPU President Gabriela Cuevas Barron (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – President Tran Dai Quang has affirmed that Vietnam’sachievements in 2017 cannot be separated from effective cooperation and supportfrom countries and international organisations, including theInter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and regional inter-parliamentary organisations.
Quang made the remark at a reception on January 19 for anIPU delegation led by President Gabriela Cuevas Barron, who are in Hanoi toattend the the 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum(APPF-26).
He said that the presence of IPU’s President Barron, formerPresident Saber Chowdhury and Secretary General Martin Chungong at the APPF-26is a great encouragement and support for Vietnam and its National Assembly (NA)in particular.
APPF-26 is the most important parliamentary diplomatic andpolitical event of Vietnam in 2018, President Quang stated, adding thatassuming the role as APPF President and hosting the meeting this year show the VietnameseNA’s increasing role and prestige in regional and international parliamentarydiplomatic activities, following the success of its hosting of the 132nd IPU Assembly (IPU-132) in 2015 and the APEC EconomicLeaders’ Meeting in 2017.
The President took the occasion to announce that theVietnamese State decided to present the Friendship Order to Saber Chowdhury andMartin Chungong in recognition of their contributions to the relationshipbetween Vietnam and the IPU.
Congratulating Vietnam on its impressive achievements, IPUPresident Barron stressed that Vietnam is now one of the countries leading ineconomic growth and inclusive development and has a strong voice in free trade.
She said Vietnam impressed IPU member parliaments throughthe successful organisation of the IPU-132 and the APEC Year 2017.
She proposed an idea of organising the World e-ParliamentConference and the Meeting of Female Parliamentarians in Vietnam.
President Quang welcomed the IPU leader’s initiative, hopingthat both sides will maintain effective cooperation to make the idea cometrue.-VNA
NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan has led a high-ranking NA delegation of Vietnam to attend the IPU-137 that officially opened in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on October 14.
The 26th Annual Meeting of the APPF-26, hosted by the National Assembly of Vietnam, is one of the country’s major diplomatic events amid its extensive and intensive international integration.
The second plenary session of the 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia – Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF-26) took place on January 19 afternoon to discuss economic and trade matters.
Striving for peace, security, cooperation and development is a major, standard, and urgent task for all APPF members, said Vice Chairman of Vietnam’s NA Do Ba Ty on January 19.
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 Tran Dai Quang (R) receives IPU President Gabriela Cuevas Barron (Source: VNA) 
