A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh participated in the 50th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 50) opened in Manila, the Philippines, on August 5.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers take photo at the opening ceremony of the 50th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 50) (Source: VNA)
Manila (VNA) – A Vietnamese delegationled by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh participatedin the 50th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 50) opened in Manila, thePhilippines, on August 5.
In his opening remarks, Philippine ForeignAffairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano said the ministers will discuss regionalprogresses in implementing important initiatives as well as future orientationsfor building the ASEAN community, realising the ASEAN Political-SecurityCommunity Blueprint 2025, and preparation for the 31st ASEAN Summit and relatedmeetings in November this year.
They will also exchange views on regional andglobal issues of mutual concern such as the East Sea, the Korean Peninsula,anti-terrorism and extremism fight, navigation security and other non-traditionalsecurity matters.
At a plenary session, the FMs will have anin-depth discussion on working groups’ meetings with 17 dialogue countries,including the US, Russia, Japan and China.
Such issues as the denuclearisation of theKorean Peninsula and settlement of territorial disputes in the East Sea,terrorism, violent extremism, and cross-border crimes are expected to bedeliberated at the event.
The ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on HumanRights will update the FMs on the human rights situation so as to help them devisemeasures to promote and protect human rights in ASEAN based on the commission’sTerms of Reference and ASEAN Human Rights Declaration.
The AMM 50 and related meetings will run untilAugust 8.
On August 7, foreign ministers of ASEAN and 17dialogue partners are scheduled to meet at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) – animportant multilateral security dialogue – to discuss hot issues in theregion.-VNA
ASEAN senior officials convened a meeting in Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, to review preparations for the 30th ASEAN Summit slated for April 29.
Philippine police on August 1 said there is no sight of the Maute insurgent group, which pledged allegiance to the self-claimed Islamic State (IS), in the capital city of Manila as the 50th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting (AMM) will be held this week.
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung led a Vietnamese delegation to the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM)and related meetings held in Manila, the Philippines on August 3-4.
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.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers take photo at the opening ceremony of the 50th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM 50) (Source: VNA)
