Vietnam considers the US one of important partners and wants to continue boosting the Vietnam-US comprehensive partnership, President Tran Dai Quang said.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) welcomes Senator John McCain (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam considers the US one of important partners and wants tocontinue boosting the Vietnam-US comprehensive partnership on the basis ofrespecting each other’s political institution and the win-win relations forpeace, stability and development in the region.
President Tran Dai Quang made the statement at his reception in Hanoi on June 1for a visiting delegation of the US Senate Committee on Armed Services led byits Chairman Senator John McCain.
TheState leader lauded and thanked Senator John McCain and US friends for making importantcontributions to deepening the Vietnam-US ties in more practical and effectivemanner in all fields and on the regional and global arena.
Heproposed that the US congress continue supporting the ending of the USDepartment of Agriculture’s catfish inspection programme and the accelerationof bilateral trade through importing Vietnamese commodities as well as bringingmore US goods to the Vietnamese market.
Healso asked the US side to continue assisting Vietnam in completing the detoxificationof Da Nang airport and launch the work in Bien Hoa airport.
Bothsides should also enhance cooperation in search and rescue during naturaldisasters and increase partnership in the defence industry, he stated.
Forhis part, Senator McCain underlined that the US-Vietnam comprehensivepartnership is in the best time since the countries normalised their diplomaticrelations.
Thesenator confirmed that he supports the US congress and government to continue cooperatingwith and supporting Vietnam in implementing the Agent orange/dioxindetoxification project, overcoming war aftermaths, search and rescue, and otherareas of shared interest.
Hehighlighted the US’ stance of favouring maritime and aviation freedom in theregion, and affiliations among countries to prevent security risks to growthand stability.
SharingMcCain’s opinions, President Tran Dai Quang stressed that a stable environmentis a significant factor to any country during socio-economic development.
Vietnam persists inits position of settling disputes through diplomatic measures, dialogues, andinternational law, especially the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea as wellas ASEAN mechanisms such as the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in theEast Sea, looking towards a Code of Conduct in the East Sea.-VNA
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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.
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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.
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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.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) welcomes Senator John McCain (Photo: VNA) 
