Speaker of Finnish Parliament visits relic sites in Hanoi
Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho on March 26 visited the Temple of Literature, a special national relic, and Hoa Lo prison relic in Hanoi.
Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Jussi Halla-aho visits the Temple of Literature. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Speaker of the Parliament of Finland JussiHalla-aho on March 26 visited the Temple of Literature, a special nationalrelic, and Hoa Lo prison relic in Hanoi.
At the Temple of Literature, considered Vietnam's first university,Halla-aho and his entourage were briefed on its history of formation anddevelopment, and contemplated ancient architectural structures there.
To mark his visit, the Speaker wrote in a golden guestbook and received a bookabout the temple from a leader of the Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam Culture and ScienceCentre.
Constructed under the Ly Dynasty (1010-1225), the temple stands as one ofHanoi's most popular landmarks and a significant symbol of knowledge andeducation in Vietnam.
At the Hoa Lo prison relic (Photo: VNA)
At the Hoa Lo prison relic, the Finnish leader delved into Vietnam'srevolutionary past through valuable documents and artifacts, gaining an insightinto the courage and unwavering spirit of Vietnamese revolutionaries.
Also on March 26, the Finnish delegation paid a working visit to Tan ThoiDai School in Hanoi's Ha Dong district, which is the first primary school inthe capital city that has wholly applied the education method of Finland.
The Speaker and his entourage attended the inauguration ceremony of theconsular office of the Finnish Embassy in Hanoi.
At the ceremony marking the completion of Thang Long - Bac Ninh waste-to-energy plant project. (Photo: VNA)
In the morning of the same day, the delegation attended a ceremony marking thecompletion of Thang Long - Bac Ninh waste-to-energy plant project in thenorthern province of Bac Ninh.
He then toured the facility and learnt about its operations and waste treatmentprocess which uses Finnish technology, hailing it as a testament to thesuccessful bilateral cooperation in environmental protection, climate changemitigation, and the pursuit of a sustainable future./.
Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho and a high-ranking delegation of the Finnish Parliament arrived in Hanoi at noon on March 24, beginning a three-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue.
The traditional friendly relations and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Finland have been further enhanced over the past time since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1973
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to developing its traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation with Finland while holding talks with Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho in Hanoi on March 25.
Politburo member, permanent member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat and head of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission Truong Thi Mai hosted a reception for visiting Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho in Hanoi on March 25.
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.
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.
Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Jussi Halla-aho visits the Temple of Literature. (Photo: VNA) 
At the Hoa Lo prison relic (Photo: VNA) 
At the ceremony marking the completion of Thang Long - Bac Ninh waste-to-energy plant project. (Photo: VNA) 
