A proactive diplomacy that pursues peace is the key helping Vietnam obtain achievements during its integration into the world over the past years and raise its stature in the international arena, a Cuban expert has said.
Havana (VNA) – A proactive diplomacy that pursues peace is the key helpingVietnam obtain achievements during its integration into the world over the pastyears and raise its stature in the international arena, a Cuban expert hassaid.
In arecent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency, Dr Ruvislei González Sáez,Vice Chairman of the Cuba - Vietnam Friendship Association, spoke highly of thecomprehensiveness and consistency in the principle of building an internationalenvironment of peace, stability, and mutual respect in Vietnam’s foreign policyunder the Party’s leadership.
He heldthat although some areas or economic indexes of Vietnam have yet to reach thelevel of a middle power, its diplomacy has achieved this level in comparisonwith other countries. This could be seen in 2010 and 2020, when the country heldthe rotational chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Effortsto persuade other countries’ recognition of Vietnam as a market economy are anexample of the Vietnamese diplomacy’s direct contributions to the realisation ofnational development targets, he noted.
The popularisationof values and practices has substantially helped the country increase foreigndirect investment, create more jobs, and boost chances to access advancedtechnologies, which has evidenced the harmony between diplomatic activities andsocio-economic interests, according to González.
He expressed his belief that in the time ahead, Vietnam will also record great strides incultural diplomacy to contribute to overall diplomatic achievements and helpinternational friends have better understanding of its identity like what someneighbouring Asian nations have done.
Regardingthe Vietnam - Cuba relations, the expert said people-to-people exchange has thekey role to play in further enhancing the special bilateral ties, adding thatthe strong mutual trust, the Party and State leaders’ resolve, and the specialsentiment between the two peoples have been making the countries’ relations arole model of the era./.
The people-to-people diplomacy made practical contributions to implementing foreign guidelines and policies, ensuring political and economic security, as well as enhancing Vietnam's position and prestige in the international arena.
Over the past 90 years, under the leadership of the Party and President Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam has built a unique and special diplomacy of the Ho Chi Minh era with strong “Vietnamese bamboo” characters, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong said at the first National Conference on Foreign Affairs in Hanoi on December 14.
At the National Conference on Foreign Affairs on December 14, leaders of Ha Noi and Da Nang city affirmed that local diplomacy has made positive contributions to the country’s foreign affairs and international integration, thus helping raise Vietnam's position and prestige in the international arena.
The first National Conference on Foreign Affairs that opened in Hanoi on December 14 highlighted the combination of Party diplomacy, State diplomacy and people-to-people diplomacy in the implementation of the guidelines on external affairs adopted at the 13th National Party Congress.
Along with the Party and State diplomacy, people diplomacy has help create a synergy strength for Vietnamese diplomacy, contributing to the country’s achievements in 2021, said Director of the Russian-Vietnamese Cooperation Development Fund "Tradition and Friendship" Nguyen Quoc Hung.
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.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
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According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
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The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
Dr Ruvislei González Sáez (File photo) 
