Singaporean PM concludes official visit to Vietnam
Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, his spouse, and their entourage wrapped up their three-day official visit to Vietnam, made at the invitation of PM Pham Minh Chinh, on late August 29.
Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh (seventh from right) and Lee Hsien Loong (eighth from right), officials, and youth delegates at the Vietnam - Singapore youth leaders exchange programme 2023 in Hanoi on August 29 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, his spouse, andtheir entourage wrapped up their three-day official visit to Vietnam, made at theinvitation of PM Pham Minh Chinh, on late August 29.
During thetrip, PM Lee came to the Mausoleum of President Ho Chi Minh to pay tribute tothe late leader of Vietnam.
The visitingleader had meetings with Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and State PresidentVo Van Thuong. He attended the official welcome ceremony hosted by PM Chinh andjoined his Vietnamese counterpart in holding the bilateral talks, witnessingthe signing of cooperation documents, and participating in an official banquet.He also met with National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue.
At those events, the Vietnamese leaders hailed PMLee and the Singaporean delegation’s visit amid the 50th anniversaryof the two countries’ diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary ofthe strategic partnership. They described the visit as an important milestonein the development of bilateral relations.
PM Lee underlined that relations between the twocountries have been flourishing and expanded to many new areas, adding Singaporeattaches importance to the continued enhancement of ties with Vietnam.
On thisoccasion, the two countries signed seven cooperation documents.
As part of the visit, thetwo PMs and their spouses attended a Vietnam - Singapore investment promotion conference;met with outstanding students of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi; and engagedin a dialogue with prominent young leaders from both countries.
Besides, PM Lee also tried Hanoi’s cuisine andwent for a stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake. The spouses of the two PMs visited VunArt, a cooperative of disabled persons making items from fabric scraps, in VanPhuc ward of Hanoi’s Ha Dong district./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his visiting Singaporean counterpart Lee Hsien Loong agreed to consider upgrading the relationship between Vietnam and Singapore to a comprehensive strategic partnership in the time ahead, at their talks in Hanoi on August 28.
First Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCMCYU)’s Central Committee and Chairman of the National Committee on Youth Bui Quang Huy hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 28 for a delegation from the National Youth Council of Singapore led by its Chief Executive Officer David Chua.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 28 held talks with his Singaporean counterpart Lee Hsien Loong, who is paying a three-day official visit to Vietnam.
Chairman of the People's Committee of Binh Duong province Vo Van Minh on August 28 signed a decision approving the establishment of Vietnam-Singapore Innovation Centre in the southern locality.
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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.
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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.
Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh (seventh from right) and Lee Hsien Loong (eighth from right), officials, and youth delegates at the Vietnam - Singapore youth leaders exchange programme 2023 in Hanoi on August 29 (Photo: VNA) 
