V🀅ietnamese in Israel urged to registe📖r for evacuation plans
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and leaders of four other Mekongcountries paid courtesy calls to Japanese Emperor Akihito, Speaker ofthe House of Representatives Tadamori Oshima and President of the Houseof Councillors Masaaki Yamazaki in Tokyo on July 3.
Emperor Akihito welcomed the Vietnamese PM, Cambodian PM Hun Sen, LaoPM Thoongsing Thammavong, Myanmar President Thein Sein and Thai PMPrayuth Chan-ocha to the seventh Mekong – Japan Summit held in Japan.
He expressed his support for strengthened tiesbetween Japan and Mekong countries for the development of each countryand for the sake of peace and stability in the region and beyond.
PM Nguyen Tan Dung said Japan’s economic growth is crucial to Asia development and prosperity.
Speaker of the House of Representatives Tadamori Oshima, for his part,mentioned the Friendship Parliamentary Alliances with each Mekongcountry and the Japan – Mekong Parliamentary Friendship Associationfounded this April, which are tasked with facilitating exchanges betweenlegislatures.
He thanked Mekong countries fortheir support of Japan’s recovery efforts following the earthquake andtsunami disasters four years ago, saying that Japan is willing to shareits disaster response experience - a key topic on the summit table.
Oshima vowed to do his best to further promote cooperation betweenMekong and Japan, and between Vietnam and Japan in particular.
The Vietnamese leader thanked Oshima for his contribution to deepening Vietnam – Japan links over the past time.
President of the House of Councillors Masaaki Yamazaki said theJapanese Parliament will continue promoting exchanges with legislativebodies and parliament members in other countries, especially with thosein the ASEAN.
He expressed his delight at theVietnamese PM’s visit to Japan for the seventh Mekong – Japan Summit,adding that he values the reinforcement of comprehensive collaborationbetween the two nations and backs Japan’s continued assistance toVietnam in socio-economic development.
On the occasion, the PM also conveyed National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung’s invitation to Yamazaki to visit Vietnam.-VNA
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☀️ Morning digest on June 20
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Cuban j🎃ournalist commends President Ho Chi Minh’s vision on Vietnam’s revolutionary press
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.
Deputy PM ⛄pushes for stronger ties with China’s Yunnan province
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha set a goal of increasing Vietnam-Yunnan trade to 5 billion USD, with a priority to balanced and sustainable growth.
Hanoi ceremony marks 50th anniversary of Vietnam-New Zeal💧a🍸nd diplomatic ties
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party chief stresse🅺s public security force's role in new revolutionary phase
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Minister fields questions on university funding, tech-savvy workforce tra🅠ining
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao officials hail Vietnam’s revolutionary press 🔥as bridge for bilateral friendship
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.
Vietnam reꦡady to work with BRICS countries, int’l community to address global challenge🐽s
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.
Vietnam – US reciprocal trade agreement negotiations make si♐gnificant progress
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.
NA Chꦿairman pushes for faster public💟 investment, economic reforms
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
Plans prepared for safe evacuation of Vietnamese citizens🐻 in Israel, Iran
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Leaders extend coജngratulations on 50th anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic ties
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
Party chi🐠ef presides over Central Military Commission’s 14th conference
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
Vietnam, Cuba strengthen defence ties
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
☕ Afternoon briefing on June 19
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
President Putin highl൲ights growing ties between Russia and Southeast Asia, including Vietnam
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Vietnam–New Zealand: 50 years 🌌of growing partnersh🌳ip
For 50 years, Vietnam and New Zealand have worked together to uphold peace and prosperity for their peoples and the region. The friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding Vietnam and New Zealand nurtured have grown from a seed into a deeply rooted, strong, and thriving tree, she stressed.
Vietnam, New 𓆉Zealand poised to🅰 elevate ties to new high: Professor
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2020, Vietnam and New Zealand have witnessed steady growth in the relations. Beyond the remarkable 40% increase in bilateral trade over five years, political relations and multilateral interactions, particularly within the CPTPP framework, have remained highly positive.
📝OP-E🐽D: 🐟Four pillars driving Vietnam’s rise: All benefit people
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
