Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc hosted a reception on August 14 for his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith, who is visiting Vietnam for the national mourning of former Party General Secretary Le Kha Phieu.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc hosted a reception on August14 for his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith, who is visiting Vietnam for thenational mourning of former Party General Secretary Le Kha Phieu.
Sisoutlithoffered his condolences to the Vietnamese Party, State, National Assembly, andFatherland Front on the death of the former leader.
He spokehighly of Phieu’s contributions to Vietnam’s struggle for national independence,construction, defence and development, to Laos’ revolutionary cause, and to thetwo countries’ special friendship, solidarity, and comprehensive partnership.
The Laoleader said the former leader’s death is a great loss for the Vietnamese Party,State, and people, while the Party, State, and people of Laos have lost acomrade and a very close friend.
On behalfof the Vietnamese Government and people, Phuc thanked Lao leaders and peoplefor their affection for the late leader, which demonstrates the specialbrotherhood between the two nations.
The twoPMs took the occasion to exchange views on the socio-economic situation in bothcountries and to review the implementation of agreements reached and the outcomesof the 42nd meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-governmental Committee. They alsolooked into major joint projects, including the construction of Laos’ newparliamentary building and friendship hospitals.
Theydiscussed ways to further boost bilateral ties in the time to come and futurestrategies for the next five years and towards 2030.
Sisoulithexpressed his gratitude for Vietnam’s support for the fight against COVID-19 inLaos.
Bothleaders agreed to continue closely coordinating in combating the pandemic,particularly along border areas, and to develop plans to resume flights betweenthe two countries and reopen border gates when the coronavirus is brought undercontrol.
Theyagreed to accelerate information and experience exchanges for the successfulorganisation of their national Party Congresses in 2021 and will step upcooperation in the fields of politics, defence, security, economics, trade,investment, education, culture, and people-to-people exchanges./.
The Embassy of Vietnam in Laos and the Lao National Veterans Federation together paid an incense tribute to Vietnamese and Lao fallen soldiers at Ban Keun monument in Thoulakhom district, Vientiane province on July 26.
Former General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Le Kha Phieu was a loyal revolutionary and an intelligent official, former Lao Party General Secretary and State President Chummaly Sayasonea has said.
Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong discussed Vietnam-Laos relations over the phone with his counterpart Bounnhang Vorachith on August 13, calling for continued coordination in the COVID-19 fight.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and his Lao counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA) 
