Vietnam consults Singapore about ASEAN defence activities
A delegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence led by Deputy Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh is paying a working visit to Singapore from February 10-13 to consult the Singaporean side about military and defence activities of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2020.
Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh (left) and Singaporean Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) – Adelegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence led by DeputyMinister Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh is paying a working visit to Singaporefrom February 10-13 to consult the Singaporean side about military and defenceactivities of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2020.
While in Singapore, Vinh met withPermanent Secretary at the Singaporean Ministry of Defence Chan Heng Kee andSenior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How.
He informed the hosts that theVietnamese Ministry of National Defence has completed preparations for theASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Retreat (ADMM Retreat) slated for February18-20 in Hanoi, with special attention paid to the prevention of the acuterespiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus (nCoV).
Apart from ADMM and ADMM Plus (ADMM )meetings, Vietnam is planning to organise a ceremony marking the 10th founding anniversary of ADMM Plus in 2020 with the participation of defenceministers.
Vinh took the occasion to invite leadersof the Singaporean Ministry of Defence and army to attend a conference onwomen’s participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations and aninternational defence expo to be held in Vietnam for the first time later thisyear.
Deputy Chief of the General Staff of theVietnam People’s Army Lt. Gen. Le Huy Vinh, who has been joining thedelegation, had a meeting with Singaporean Chief of Defence Force Melvyn Ong,during which he conveyed the invitation of Chief of the General Staff of theVietnam People’s Army Sen. Lt. Gen. Phan Van Giang to the latter to attend the17th ASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces Meeting in Vietnam.
At these meetings, the Singaporean officialssaid the Singaporean Minister of Defence and army leaders are looking forwardto attending the ASEAN-related meetings to be hosted by Vietnam.
They affirmed that Singapore supportsand will provide as much assistance as possible to help the Vietnamese Ministryof National Defence successfully organise all military-defence activities in2020 when the country serves as ASEAN Chair.
During their stay in Singapore, theVietnamese delegation also attended the Singapore Airshow 2020, and had workingsessions with some local agencies to consult them about the organisation of theinternational defence expo.
As one of the biggest defenceexhibitions in Asia held biennially, the Singapore Airshow 2020 attracted 930companies from 45 countries worldwide./.
Southeast Asian nations have taken precautionary measures to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus as the outbreak is worsening in China and elsewhere.
Cooperation between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United Nations (UN) in maintaining international peace and security was debated at a meeting of the UN Security Council (UNSC) that was held in New York on January 30 under the chair of Vietnam.
Promoting intra-bloc trade and investment for a cohesive and responsive Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is one of the much-discussed topics among ASEAN officials, researchers, and policymakers.
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.
Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh (left) and Singaporean Senior Minister of State for Defence Heng Chee How (Photo: VNA) 
