US always important partner of Vietnam, says President
Vietnam values its comprehensive partnership with the US and considers the country an important partner in its foreign diplomacy, President Tran Dai Quang said.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Senator Cory Gardner, Chairman of the US Senate’s Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam values itscomprehensive partnership with the US and considers the country an importantpartner in its foreign diplomacy, President Tran Dai Quang said.
He made the remark while receiving Senator Cory Gardner, Chairman of the US Senate’sForeign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and InternationalCybersecurity Policy, in Hanoi on May 28.
Praising his guest’s contributions to theUS’s relations with the region in general and Vietnam in particular for peace,stability, cooperation and development, the leader expected the senator tocontinue helping the ties to grow.
President Quang expressed his delight atupbeat improvement of Vietnam – US comprehensive partnership across all fieldsas reflected through talks and meetings between their high-ranking leaders.
He specifically pointed to a State visit toVietnam by President Donald Trump and an official visit to the US by PrimeMinister Nguyen Xuan Phuc last year.
The State leader lauded positive growth ofbilateral parliamentary ties and stressed that Vietnam welcomes visits of moreUS congressmen who seek to explore Vietnam’s culture, land and people and willserve as a bridge for Vietnam – US cooperation.
He suggested the US side carry out measuresto increase exports to the Vietnamese market in a bid to improve their tradebalance, and clear trade barriers to facilitate the entry of Vietnamese goods intoits market.
He recommended the two nations extend theirmutual consultations and information exchange at international and regionalforums and within the UN framework, especially on issues of shared concern.
For his part, Cory Gardner informed hisguest that during his visit, he planned to have working sessions withVietnamese agencies to discuss boosters to Vietnam – US ties.
He commended Vietnam’s stance on ensuringpeace, security and freedom of navigation and overflight in the East Sea.
As the US Senator of Colorado, he introducedhis state’s strength in environmental sector and expressed his willingness to bridgecooperation between Colorado and Vietnam in environmental protection andclimate change response.
He said he supports free trade andincreasing Vietnam – US collaboration in mitigating Agent Orange impacts andclearing post-war bombs and mines.-VNA
Some members of the US Congress urged the Obama administration to help strengthen marine security in the South China Sea (known as Bien Dong or East Sea in Vietnam).
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Hoang Quoc Vuong and Sandra Oudkirk, Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Bureau of Energy Resources of the US co-chaired the first Vietnam-US Energy Security Dialogue in Hanoi on March 30.
USAID and the Air Defence – Air Force Service under the Vietnamese Defence Ministry signed an agreement on non-refundable aid for a project on dioxin remediation in the Bien Hoa airport in Hanoi on May 11.
The relationship between Vietnam and the US continues to develop effectively in many areas, of which economic and trade cooperation is one of the focuses, said Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue.
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.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Senator Cory Gardner, Chairman of the US Senate’s Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia (Photo: VNA) 
