President Truong Tan Sang (left) and Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid (right) at the welcome ceremony on Aug. 10 (Source: VNA)
Vietnam and Bangladesh issued a joint statement on August 10 on the occasion of Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid’s Vietnam visit from August 9-13.
During their talks, President Truong Tan Sang and Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid expressed their desire to broaden existing cooperation and extend it to potential areas.
Agreeing to promoting political links between the two countries, they underscored the need to facilitate all-level visits and people-to-people exchanges.
They committed to pushing forward policy consultations, exchanges and dialogues while strengthening cooperation in national defence-security.
In order to raise trade to 1 billion USD by 2016 from 800 million USD last year, a host of trade and investment promotion activities are planned, particularly in the private sector, along with all possible support to their business communities.
The two leaders also consented to extend collaboration across garments, mining, energy, chemicals, engineering manufacturing, consumer products, food processing, iron and steel, construction and telecommunications.
Both sides spoke highly of their close coordination at regional and global forums, especially the United Nations, Non-Alignment Movement, South-South cooperation and the ASEAN Regional Forum.
President Sang hailed Bangladesh for its support to Vietnam’s bid for a seat at the 2014-2016 United Nations Human Rights Council and the UN Economic and Social Council for the 2016-2018 tenure and wished that Bangladesh would back Vietnam’s application for non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2020-2021 tenure.
The Bangladeshi side thanked Vietnam for its support to Bangladesh’s bid to become an official member of the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) and a member of the UN Human Rights Council for the 2015-2017 tenure.
Both sides affirmed mutual support and proposed joint initiatives in fields of shared interest, including sustainable development, disaster response, water and food and energy security.
Both host and guest reiterated joint efforts for intensified coordination between ASEAN and the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) in diverse areas for the sake of peace, cooperation and development in Asia.
Vietnam took note of Bangladesh’s call for support for its bid as a dialogue partner of ASEAN and encouraged Bangladesh to propel its specific and effective links with ASEAN.
They also stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability and respecting the fundamental principles of international law in addressing disputes on maritime safety and freedom.-VNA
National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung welcomed Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid on August 10, describing the latter’s State visit as a landmark in the countries’ cooperation and amity.
Substantial room remains for Vietnam and Bangladesh to cooperate towards a myriad of achievements, especially in economics-trade, Presidents Truong Tan Sang and Abdul Hamid said.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong proposed Vietnam and Bangladesh enhance cooperation in various fields while receiving Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid in Hanoi on August 10.
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.
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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.
President Truong Tan Sang (left) and Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid (right) at the welcome ceremony on Aug. 10 (Source: VNA)
