Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Belarusian Deputy PM Igor Lyashenko (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Partyand State of Vietnam always treasure and preserve fine and close relations withBelarus, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
While receiving Belarusian Deputy PMIgor Lyashenko in Hanoi on September 25, PM Phuc appreciated Belarusian leadersand people’s sentiments to Vietnam, especially their assistance to naturaldisaster-affected residents in the central region. He also spoke highly of theclose coordination between the two nations at international organisations andforums, particularly at the United Nations.
For his part, Lyashenko said trade relationsbetween Vietnam and Belarus should be switch to the form of establishingindustrial manufacturing joint ventures to serve both sides’ needs.
Hence, he proposed the two sides establish a joint venture to produceautomobile tyres in Belarus using Vietnam’s rubber materials for exports to membercountries of the Eurasian Economic Union and a joint venture to produce potassiumfertiliser in Vietnam.
Lyashenko informed his host that Belarus and Vietnam will inaugurate a truck manufacturingfactory in the northern province of Hung Yen on September 26. Belarus will alsodeploy a joint venture project to manufacture buses to serve Vietnam’s demand,especially Hanoi’s, he added.
The Belarusian Deputy PM expressed his belief that with efforts from bothsides, bilateral trade turnover will reach the target of 500 million USD thisyear.
While hailing the results of the earlier talks between Deputy PM Igor Lyashenkoand his Vietnamese counterpart Vuong Dinh Hue, PM Phuc believed the two sideswould have successful cooperation programmes.
Vietnam is willing to create favourableconditions for the truck manufacturing joint venture in Hung Yen province tooperate effectively with a long-term orientation to reach ASEAN markets, hesaid.
The Vietnamese Government has paid due attention to the automobilemanufacturing sector, PM Phuc said, noting that the cooperation between the twocountries in this field has many bright prospects.
He hoped that the joint venture would increase the localisation rate to 50percent and suggested Belarus soon establish a joint venture with Vietnam to produceautomobile tyres and step up bilateral cooperation in ore processing./.
Vietnam welcomes and will create favourable conditions for Belarusian enterprises to expand investment and business in Vietnam, said President Tran Dai Quang.
Business cooperation between Vietnam and Belarus will be further developed following trade deals inked between the two sides in the northern province of Hung Yen on March 29 in the presence of Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Semashko.
Vietnam has always treasured the development of traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Belarus, Chairwoman of the National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan has said.
Vietnamese trade unions want to learn experience from the Belarusian Trade Union of Chemical, Mining and Oil Industries Workers in ensuring benefits for workers, according to Vice President of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour Tran Thanh Hai.
Belarus not only wants to export its products to Vietnam, but also transfer technologies and establish joint production plants in Vietnam with local firms, a bilateral business forum heard in Ho Chi Minh City December 6.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Belarusian Deputy PM Igor Lyashenko (Source: VNA) 
