VFF National Congress: measures sought to strengthen national unity
VFF National Congress: measures sought to strengthen national solidarity bloc
The ninth National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) on September 20 sought measures to improve the efficiency of its local chapters and member organizations in encouraging the engagement of members and reinforcing the national solidarity bloc.
President of the Vietnamese Women’s Association in Hungary Phan Bich Thien speaks at the ninth National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front on September 20 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The ninth National Congress ofthe Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) on September 20 sought measures to improvethe efficiency of its local chapters and member organizations in encouragingthe engagement of members and reinforcing the national solidarity bloc.
According to President of the Vietnamese Women’s Associationin Hungary Phan Bich Thien, in recent years, thanks to the attention from theParty, State and the VFF, the Vietnamese community abroad has promoted its rolein people diplomacy and made more contributions to the homeland.
She held that it is necessary to pay more attention to thebuilding of organizations, unions and clubs for the Vietnamese communities ineach country, while diversifying the forms of organizations to suit differentgroups, thus further enhancing their role in people diplomatic activities.
Alongside, it is crucial to mobilize Vietnameseintellectuals, experts, entrepreneurs and those with strong influence in thecommunity to get involved in strengthening the relations between the hostcountries and Vietnam, she said.
She also proposed the VFF design policies to support membersto expand connections with relevant organizations in other countries.
Meanwhile, Venerable Thich Thien Nhon, Vice President of the 8th VFF Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS)’sExecutive Council, said that ensuring religious solidarity has remained asignificant matter.
He pledged that the VBS will continue working hard to builda peaceful and fancy life and contribute to develop the national unity bloc inthe new period.
Priest Tran Xuan Manh, Vice President of the 8th VFF CentralCommittee and President of the Committee for Solidarity of Vietnamese Catholics, said that the 7 millionCatholics of Vietnam are highly aware of their responsibility with themotherland.
The committee has encouragedthem to engage in building the country towards sustainable development andharmonious growth of economy, socio-culture and environment, he stated.
The official highlighted thatCatholics have donated trillions of VND and thousands of working days as wellas land for road construction as part of the new-style rural area buildingprogramme.
The Catholic community hasalso actively participated in charity activities such as giving free health check-ups to the poor and caring for public health, headded./.
The Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) will better fulfill its role in enhancing the great national unity bloc and serving as a bridge linking the Party and State with the people, VFF Central Committee President Tran Thanh Man has said.
The first working session of the 9th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) was held in Hanoi on September 18 to look into a work reviewing report and preparations for the opening ceremony of the congress on September 19 morning.
The ninth National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) officially opened in Hanoi on September 19, bringing together 1,300 delegates representing people from all walks of life, representatives of armed forces and overseas Vietnamese.
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Delegates attending the ninth National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) on September 20 discussed and adopted the charter of the organisation, while appointing members of the VFF Central Committee.
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.
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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.
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 of the Vietnamese Women’s Association in Hungary Phan Bich Thien speaks at the ninth National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front on September 20 (Photo: VNA) 
