Venezuela determined to further strengthen ties with Vietnam: President
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros affirmed his country’s determination to further strengthen the friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Vietnam while receiving Vietnamese Ambassador Vu Trung My, who came to present his credentials, in Caracas on May 2.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros (R) receives Vietnamese Ambassador Vu Trung My in Caracas on May 2. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros affirmed his country’s determinationto further strengthen the friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Vietnamwhile receiving Vietnamese Ambassador Vu Trung My, who came to present his credentials, in Caracas on May 2.
Congratulating My on being appointed as the Ambassador of Vietnam to Venezuela, President Nicolás Maduro recalled his visit to Vietnam in August 2015 and expressed hisadmiration for late President Ho Chi Minh, the Southeast Asian country’sstruggle for national liberation and reunification, and especially the enormousachievements of Doi moi (Renewal) launched and led by the Communist Party ofVietnam.
Healso thanked the Vietnamese Party, State, and people for their solidarity withand support for the constitutional Government of Venezuela.
The President emphasised Venezuela’s wish and determination to furtherintensify the friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Vietnam, includingdeveloping economic and trade ties on par with the sound politicalrelationship.
Forhis part, My expressed hishonour to serve as the Ambassador of Vietnam to Venezuela, pledging all-outefforts to contribute to the bilateral comprehensive partnership,particularly when the two countries will mark the 35th foundinganniversary of their diplomatic ties in 2024.
Healso congratulated Venezuela on its considerable achievements in socio-economicdevelopment and affirmed the Vietnamese Party, State, and people’s consistentsupport for the constitutional Government of President Nicolás Maduro.
Thediplomat said he believed that under the clear-sighted leadership of the UnitedSocialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) headed by President Nicolás Maduro, theVenezuelan people will certainly surmount every difficulty and challenge tosuccessfully carry out the last instructions of late leader Hugo Chávez, continue reaping new achievements in national development, and promote thecountry’s reputation and stature in the international arena./.
A delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) led by Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Communist Review Vu Trong Lam paid a working visit to Venezuela at the invitation of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV).
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro received outgoing Vietnamese Ambassador Le Viet Duyen on March 13, highlighting the two countries’ fraternity and friendship and calling for stronger cooperation to obtain concrete results in the fields of trade and production.
The Vietnam-Venezuela Friendship Association on March 14 presented copies of the Vietnamese version of a book entitled “Xin chao” (Hello), written by Angel Miguel Bastidas Gonzalez, former second Secretary at the Venezuelan Embassy to Vietnam, to the Dinh Huu Du Bookcase Initiative set up by the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union chapter at the Vietnam News Agency (VNA).
Vietnamese Ambassador to Venezuela Vu Trung My on April 25 (local time) presented a copy of President Vo Van Thuong’s credentials to Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil Pinto.
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.
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2020, Vietnam and New Zealand have witnessed steady growth in the relations. Beyond the remarkable 40% increase in bilateral trade over five years, political relations and multilateral interactions, particularly within the CPTPP framework, have remained highly positive.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros (R) receives Vietnamese Ambassador Vu Trung My in Caracas on May 2. (Photo: VNA) 
