State leader urges Quang Binh to tap strengths for sustainable development
State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc urged authorities of the central province of Quang Binh to exploit its unique advantages for sustainable development when chairing a working session with representatives from the Standing Committee of the provincial Party Committee on June 15.
State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the working session. (Photo: VNA)
Quang Binh (VNA) - State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc urged authoritiesof the central province of Quang Binh to exploit its unique advantages for sustainable development when chairing a working session with representativesfrom the Standing Committee of the provincial Party Committee on June 15.
The leader underlined the need for the locality to have along-term vision in development, saying tourismshould be turned into a spearhead economic sector.
Quang Binh has advantages and conditions to develop airports andports, he said, noting the locality should focus on developingeco-tourism, and adventure, sport and culture tourism, and pay special heed toconserving and rationally exploiting the WorldNatural Heritage Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Regarding overall socio-economic development, President Phuc said the locality needs to concentrate on four pillars: tourism, smart agriculture,industry, and sustainable maritime economic development.
He suggested Quang Binh develop key industries with competitive advantage suchas electricity and renewable energy; and sea-based economic sectors.
Attention should be paid to developing infrastructure in ethnic minorityareas, strongly improving investment and business environment to attract moreinvestment, and promoting digital transformation in providing public services,he stressed.
The President also demanded the local authorities to focus on ensuringsecurity and defence, strengthening defence capability both at sea and on land,in order to maintain national territorial sovereignty and prevent bordercrimes.
𒉰 Last year, amid the complicated developments of the COVID-19pandemic, Quang Binh still exceeded 13 socio-economic development targets. Many key projects on energy werecompleted. As many as 88 out of the 128 communes in the locality were recognised as new-style rural areas. Socio-economicdevelopment measures in ethnic minority areas also proved effective./.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the WorldShare organisation have recently signed a cooperation agreement to build 73 flood-resilient houses for poor households affected by storms in the central province of Quang Binh.
The People’s Committee of the central province of Quang Binh has approved a project to support the work of wildlife rescue, conservation and release at the Center for Rescue, Conservation and Creature Development in the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
Fishermen of the central coastal province of Quang Binh take along rubbish bags during their long sea trips to bring garbage to land instead of discharging it to the ocean.
A workshop on building a database for coordination in overcoming post-war bombs, mines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) in the central province of Quang Binh was organised in the locality on May 30.
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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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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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.
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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.
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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.
State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the working session. (Photo: VNA) 
