Vietnam becomes key trade partner of Slovenia in Asia: Official
After 30 years of developing bilateral relations, Vietnam has become a key trade partner of Slovenia in Asia, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon has stated.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son shakes hands with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon (Photo: VNA)
Prague (VNA) ꧙– After 30 years of developing bilateral relations, Vietnam has become a key trade partner of Slovenia in Asia, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon has stated.
In a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 30th founding anniversary of the bilateral diplomatic ties (June 7, 1994 - 2024), Fajon highly valued Vietnam’s role and position and expressed her belief in the potential to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in various fields.
According to the official, the establishment of bilateral diplomatic ties was an important milestone, demonstrating the desire of both countries to gain a deeper understanding of each other and their readiness to promote cooperation at various levels and in different fields.
The two countries have maintained regular dialogues despite the geographical distance and limited resources, she said, noting that exchanges and cooperation between the two countries have been strengthened in recent times.
One of the exemplary efforts in promoting bilateral relations mentioned by Fajon was the 3rd meeting of the Intergovernmental Committee on Economic Cooperation between Vietnam and Slovenia in Ljubljana last October.
She also expressed her impression on Vietnam's achievements, saying that the strong growth of bilateral trade relations has reflected the central position Vietnam has achieved in important industries and global supply chains.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)
The official revealed that a delegation of Slovenian businesses has planned to visit and explore the Vietnamese market, focusing on the potential for maritime and aviation connections between the two countries.
Fajon also highlighted tourism as another potential area of cooperation between Slovenia and Vietnam.
She expressed her joy and appreciation of the commitment by both Slovenia and Vietnam to pursuing multilateralism and respecting international law, including the United Nations Charter and the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS 1982).
Slovenia desires to enhance cooperation with Vietnam in all mutually beneficial areas, which is also crucial as Slovenia is currently a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council in the 2024-2025 term, she said.
The diplomat also spotlighted tourism cooperation and culture and art exchange between the two nations.
Fajon stated that Slovenia will promote the opening of an honorary consulate office in Ho Chi Minh City to further support the enhancement of cooperation between Slovenia, a member of the European Union (EU), and Vietnam, a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), especially in economy.
The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) has elevated the relationship between the EU and Vietnam to a new height, she said, adding that her country continues to join efforts by other EU member states to accelerate the ratification of the EU – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA).
Fajon also spoke highly of Vietnam's efforts to intensify the strategic partnership between the EU and ASEAN, stating that amidst global volatilities, strengthening cooperation with Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, plays a crucial role./.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tanja Fajon have recently co-chaired the third meeting of the Vietnam-Slovenia Inter-Governmental Committee in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
President of the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GZS) Tibor Simonka has affirmed the readiness to cooperate with Vietnam to create conditions for the two countries’ enterprises, while meeting with Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria and Slovenia Nguyen Trung Kien.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on May 23 for Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon.
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.
