Vietnam will support the international community’s efforts to counter terrorism and extremism on the basis of respecting the UN Charter and international law.
Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyen Van Son (second from right) attends the 16th Meeting of Heads of Special Services, Security Agencies and Law Enforcement Organisations (Source: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Vietnam will continue its effortsto expand cooperation with other countries and support the internationalcommunity’s efforts to counter terrorism and extremism on the basis ofrespecting the UN Charter and international law.
Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyen Van Son made thestatement at the 16th Meeting of Heads of Special Services, Security Agencies andLaw Enforcement Organisations held in Russia’s Krasnodar city on October 4-5.
Terrorism is developing more complicatedly, especially the rapid growth of science-technology, espeically information technology and the Internet, causing seriousconsequences for many nations and territories.
Vietnam has encouraged the involvement of the entire peoplein the combat against terrorism, while building a legal framework,strengthening measures to detect and prevent terrorism and extremismactivities, and coordinating with other countries and international organisationsin this fierce fight, Son said.
To increase the efficiency of the work, the Vietnameseofficial proposed intensifying cooperation between special services and lawenforcement agencies to control and prevent funds or websites related toterrorism, and working with other countries in investigating terrorism cases.
Speaking at the event, Russia's Federal Security ServiceChief Alexander Bortnikov said that the international terrorist organisation Islamic State planned to create another worldwide terrorist network, as theyhad practically suffered defeat in building a caliphate in the territory ofSyria and Iraq.
Therefore, all nations worldwide should intensifycooperation to deal with the main threat of the era, particularly in thecontext that terrorists are using information technology as an efficient toolin conducting their crimes, he added.
The meeting attracted the participation of 116 delegationsfrom 74 nations and international organisations.
This year’s theme focused on the perfection of the nationalcounter-terrorism system in Russia and the sharing of countries’ experience infighting terrorists as well as discussions on measures to ensure security forinternational activities.-VNA
Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyen Van Thanh has proposed Vietnam and Japan build an agreement on crime fight during his discussions with Japan’s police agencies as part of his visit to Japan.
Indonesia and Russia have pledged to strengthen cooperation in cyber-security and counter-terrorism as concern grows about the spread of terrorism in Southeast Asia.
Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army Pham Hong Huong attended the 10th Pacific Armies Chiefs Conference (PACC) which began in Seoul, the Republic of Korea on September 18.
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), reiterated Vietnam’s consistent stance in favour of disarmament and nuclear non-proliferation at the debate of the First Committee on Disarmament and International Security in New York on October 2-10.
Vietnam is deeply concerned about the escalating and complex conflict in the Middle East, which poses a serious threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.
The Vietnamese Embassy advises the Vietnamese community living, studying, and working in Israel to strictly comply with directions from the Home Front Command and local authorities.
Lawmakers are set to vote on revisions and amendments to a broad spectrum of legal frameworks and impactful resolutions during the final week of the 15th NA's 9th session.
The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) has served as a bridge connecting and uniting the community with the homeland, becoming a trusted source of support for Vietnamese expats in times of hardship.
The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses has achieved notable results, with nearly 263,000 housing units addressed to date, including 225,000 houses inaugurated and 38,000 under construction. Thirty-eight provinces and cities across the nation have already fulfilled their targets.
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.
Deputy Minister of Public Security Nguyen Van Son (second from right) attends the 16th Meeting of Heads of Special Services, Security Agencies and Law Enforcement Organisations (Source: VNA) 
