Prime Minister urges Vietnam, Nigeria to promote economic, trade ties
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested Vietnam and Nigeria step up economic and trade ties after the COVID-19 pandemic passes, during his reception for outgoing Nigerian Ambassador Francis Young Efeduma in Hanoi on July 28.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (right) and Nigerian Ambassador Francis Young Efeduma (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested Vietnam and Nigeriastep up economic and trade ties after the COVID-19 pandemic passes, during hisreception for outgoing Nigerian Ambassador Francis Young Efeduma in Hanoi onJuly 28.
Highlightingthe great potential for cooperation between the two countries, the PM saidtheir economic connectivity is feasible and expected to contribute toprosperity in each nation.
Theleader stressed he pins high hope on a brighter future of the bilateralrelationship.
Hehighlighted the fruitful friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Nigeriaduring Ambassador Efeduma’s tenure, and expressed his hope that Efeduma and hissuccessor will make more contributions to the bilateral ties.
AsASEAN Chair, Vietnam will make all-out efforts for peace, stability andprosperity in the region and the world, he pledged.
ThePM extended his sympathy over difficulties faced by Nigeria, especially theimpact of the pandemic. He has ordered the supply of medical equipment toNigeria to help the country soon contain the disease.
Forhis part, Efeduma told the host leader that Nigeria plans to send enterprisesto Vietnam to study business opportunities and enhance economic and traderelations with the Southeast Asian country. However, the plan has been postponeddue to COVID-19.
EchoingPM Phuc’s view, the ambassador said he believes that the bilateral economic andtrade cooperation, especially in agriculture, will be resumed and grows evenstronger once the pandemic is put under control.
Nigeriais also ready to implement tourism cooperation projects with Vietnam next yearsince Vietnam has beautiful sites and many Nigerians want to visit the country,he added.
Theambassador congratulated Vietnam on its successful ASEAN Chairmanship, whichhas contributed to regional peace, stability and development, and thanked theVietnamese Government and the Prime Minister for supporting Nigeria withmedical supplies in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic./.
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) hosted the Vietnam – Nigeria Trade and Investment Forum in Hanoi on December 4, giving the two countries’ businesses a chance to seek opportunities.
There is great potential for trade cooperation between Vietnam and Nigeria and investment in many sectors like agriculture, agricultural processing, garment, footwear, mining, and production of construction materials, a forum heard in Ho Chi Minh City on April 16.
Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue has affirmed that Vietnam is willing to help Nigeria with high-tech agriculture and send experts to the country to explore projects in the field.
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 (right) and Nigerian Ambassador Francis Young Efeduma (Photo: VNA) 
