Quang Ngai hosts 2024 Programme on Pacific Partnership and Pacific Angel
The 2024 Programme on Pacific Partnership and Pacific Angel (PP&PA-24) opened in the central province of Quang Ngai on August 20.
Quang Ngai leaders present flowers to representatives of units participating in the 2024 Programme on Pacific Partnership and Pacific Angel (Photo: VNA)
Quang Ngai (VNA) – The 2024 Programme on Pacific Partnership and Pacific Angel (PP&PA-24) opened in the central province of Quang Ngai on August 20.
The opening ceremony was attended by representatives from Vietnamese ministries and agencies, leaders from Quang Ngai province, and around 200 personnel from the navies, air forces, doctors, and experts from the US, the UK, Australia, and Chile. It also saw the presence of the Ambassadors of the US and Australia to Vietnam, the US Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, and members of the diplomatic missions of the US and Australia in the Southeast Asian country.
Affirming that this is one of Quang Ngai’s most significant foreign affairs events in 2024, Vice Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Vo Phien, who is head of the organising board, said that the event aims to enhance international cooperation; improve disaster response and humanitarian support capabilities; foster mutual understanding, people-to-people exchanges, and local cooperation; and contribute to strengthening the Vietnam-US comprehensive strategic partnership.
Emphasising that Vietnam is always an important partner in the Pacific Partnership programme, US Consul General Susan Burns stated that this marks the first time that the US Navy’s Pacific Partnership and the US Air Force's Pacific Angel have collaborated to support a strong, prosperous, resilient, and independent Vietnam.
The event is part of a series of activities in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the US- Vietnam diplomatic relations (July 12, 1995 - 2025), and comes a year after the US and Vietnam elevated their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership level.
ꦇ PP&PA-24, which will last to August 30, includes 60 activities in the fields of health, construction, humanitarian aid, and disaster relief. Soldiers of the US Navy and Air Force are expected to help renovate schools and health clinics, provide humanitarian support and disaster response training, exchange medical experiences, and participate in air performances and community exchange activities across Quang Ngai./.
The US Navy’s 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge and US Coast Guard Cutter Waesche arrived at Cam Ranh International Port on July 8, starting a five-day visit to the south-central province of Khanh Hoa.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man affirmed that Vietnam always regards the US as a partner of strategic importance at his reception for US Ambassador Marc Evans Knapper in Hanoi on August 15.
Politburo member, Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Chairman of the Central Theory Council Nguyen Xuan Thang highlighted the comprehensive, rapid developments of the Vietnam-US relationship during his working visit to the US from July 31 to August 4.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
