Vietnam and Algeria have enjoyed sound traditional friendship over the past six decades, Algerian Ambassador to Vietnam Boubazine Abdelhamid said in an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Vietnam-Algeria diplomatic relations.
Engineers of PVEP and Algeria at the operation centre of Bir Seba oil field (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) –Vietnam and Algeria have enjoyed sound traditional friendship over the past sixdecades, Algerian Ambassador to Vietnam Boubazine Abdelhamid said in an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Vietnam-Algeria diplomatic relations.
Vietnam recognised theprovisional government of the Algerian Republic on September 26, 1958, one weekafter its establishment announcement, he noted. The bilateral diplomaticrelations, which were established in 1962, have been expanded to economic,technical and financial cooperation, said the diplomat.
He held that the 12th meeting of the Vietnam-Algeria Joint Committee in December will create new momentumfor bilateral partnership after two years of COVID-19.
The ambassador said thatthe organisation of the third political consultation between the two ForeignMinistries in May was a good start for the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the bilateral ties. He also highlighted a number of activitiesthat the Algerian Embassy plans for the rest of this year on the occasion.
♈ However, he said that the economic partnership between the two countries has yetto match their sound political relations and potential. Two-way trade reachedonly 265.54 million USD last year, with Algeria’s imports hitting 231.57million USD, he noted. He recognised Vietnam’s efforts in balancing bilateraltrade by encouraging domestic firms to further explore the Algerian market toseek more opportunities in trading of farm produce, minerals and other crudematerials.
Algerian Ambassador to Vietnam Boubazine Abdelhamid (Photo: VNA)
He stressed the need forboth sides to renovate and update the legal framework for bilateral partnershipto boost trade and investment ties.
The Algerian diplomatic hailed socio-economic achievements that Vietnam hasgained over the years, with great success in agriculture and industry.
Vietnam is now one of themost opened economies in the world with about 70 trade agreements, with exportrevenue reaching a record of 668.5 billion USD last year, and foreign direct investmentamounting to 395 billion USD, he noted, asserting that the figures showed that thecountry is on a right way to prosperity.
The diplomat also sharedhis love for Vietnam as well as the country’s traditional martial art(Vovinam).
🌱 He affirmed that Vietnamis a model for the combination of traditional and modern features,describing the country as a tree with strong roots and countless risingbranches./.
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Quang Hieu and Secretary General of Algeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Community Abroad Chakib Rachid Kaid on May 27 agreed on measures to improve the efficiency of cooperation between the two countries, making it match their political ties and massive potential.
The Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade on July 13 held a virtual conference to promote Vietnam-Algeria trade and business cooperation.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Nguyen Thanh Vinh showed his belief in the future growth of the two nations’ ties across fields, at a recent ceremony marking Vietnam’s 77th National Day (September 2, 1945-2022) in Algeria.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
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.
Engineers of PVEP and Algeria at the operation centre of Bir Seba oil field (Photo: VNA) 
Algerian Ambassador to Vietnam Boubazine Abdelhamid (Photo: VNA) 
