A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) led by its Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong has been attending activities within the framework of the 28th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum Annual Meeting (APPF-28) in Canberra, Australia, from January 13-16.
A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA), led by Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong, pose for a photo at the 28th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum Annual Meeting (APPF-28) in Canberra, Australia. (Photo: VNA)
Canberra (VNA) – A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) led by its Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong hasbeen attending activities within the framework of the 28th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum Annual Meeting (APPF-28) in Canberra, Australia, from January 13-16.
Themed“Parliamentary partnerships to 2020 and beyond,” this year’s meeting hasgathered delegations from 19 APPF member parliaments and 10 observer parliaments. It consists of a woman parliamentarians meetingand three plenary sessions on political and security matters, economic andtrade issues, and regionalcooperation.
Addressing theopening ceremony on January 13, Cambodian NA President Samdech Heng Samrin,President of APPF-27,highlighted the outcomes of APPF-27 hosted by Cambodia in Siem Reap last year, which has contributed todeveloping parliamentary diplomacy; building trust; promoting peace, stabilityand security; and fostering an open, free and fair trade system inAsia-Pacific.
The forum hasalso promoted efforts torespond to climate change, reduce greenhouse gas emission, heighten women’srole, improve gender equality and empower women and children for peace andsustainable development in the region, he said.
Speaker of theAustralian House of Representatives Tony Smith, who is President of APPF-28, underlined the importance of the forum toregional and global peace, security, trade and investment, particularly in thewake of multiple security challenges, such as terrorism, extremism, cyber security issues andother non-traditional security matters.
He noted thatthe APPF-28 forms part of theAustralian Parliament’s International Programme, which helps to promoteunderstanding, sharing of knowledge and democratic develoment with other fellowparliaments around the world.
A minute’ssilence was also held at the opening in memory of former Japanese PrimeMinister Yasuhiro Nakasone, who was one of the event’s founders and died in late 2019.
NA ViceChairwoman Tong Thi Phong will deliver a speech at the first plenary session onpolitical and security matters and hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines ofthe meeting on January 14./.
Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan held talks with Chairman of the Mazhilis (lower house) of the Parliament of Kazakhstan Nurlan Nigmatulin on November 14, following a welcome ceremony held for the guest the same day.
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan has affirmed that her visit to Russia from December 8-11 aims to further deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership and parliamentary cooperation between the two countries.
Standing Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tong Thi Phong called at the Vietnamese Embassy in Canberra and met with representatives of the Vietnamese community in Australia on January 12.
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.
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.
A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA), led by Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong, pose for a photo at the 28th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum Annual Meeting (APPF-28) in Canberra, Australia. (Photo: VNA)
