A performance at the Russia Day celebration in HCM City (Photo: VNA)
HCMCity, June 9 (VNA) – The Russian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh Citycelebrated Russia Day (June 12) at a ceremony on June 8 evening.
Speakingat the ceremony, Pham Duc Hai, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Council,highlighted the Vietnam – Russia traditional friendship and comprehensivecooperation have been cultivated by Vietnamese and Russian leaders and peopleover nearly seven decades since thecountries established diplomatic relations in 1945.
Onbehalf of the city’s authorities, Hai reviewed the outcomes of the May visit toRussia by a Ho Chi Minh City delegation, led by Secretary of the municipalParty Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan. The visit had given a boost to the bilateralties, with a roadmap set up for 2018 – 2020 cooperation between the southerneconomic hub and Saint Petersburg.
Theofficial said the collaboration and relations between HCM City and otherRussian localities like Sverdlovsk province, Vladivostok city and Moscow havebeen developed across municipal fields, including tourism, education,construction, health care, transport and smart city building.
AlekseyPopov, Russian Consul General in HCM City, stated Vietnam is a time-honouredfriend and a trustworthy and important partner of Russia.
Accordingto the diplomat, Vietnam – Russia comprehensive strategic partnership coversall arenas. Regular meetings of the two countries’ leaders have brought aboutpractical results, as reflected through increased political dialogues, and bettercooperation in economics – trade, science – technology, defence, militarytechnology, and humanitarian activities.
Hepraised HCM City’s active engagements with Russia and congratulated the localauthorities on their successful visit to his country last May.
In2017, HCM City – Russia trade was close to 324 million USD, and Russian arrivals inthe southern hub were recorded at nearly 180,000.
Russia is currently investing in 28 projects worth 35 million USD in thecity.-VNA
The Russian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Nikolai Dmitrievich Ubushiev, has said that several programmes to expand cooperation between regions and cities in Russia and Vietnam have been exceptionally successful.
The strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia has witnessed many positive developments and gained significant achievements in a range of fields including politics, defence, economics, energy, culture and tourism.
The Russian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City on June 9 hosted a get-together to mark Russia Day (June 12) and 20 years since Vietnam and Russia signed their Treaty on Fundamental Principles of Friendly Relations.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
A performance at the Russia Day celebration in HCM City (Photo: VNA) 
