Vietnam, Czech Republic hold political consultation
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and his Czech counterpart Lukas Kaucky conducted a political consultation in Hanoi on March 14 to discuss bilateral ties as well as regional and international issues of shared concern.
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Sonand his Czech counterpart Lukas Kaucky conducted a political consultation inHanoi on March 14 to discuss bilateral ties as well as regional andinternational issues of shared concern.
The two officials noted with pleasure the active development of the traditionalfriendship between Vietnam and the Czech Republic over the years.
They highlighted the regular exchange of all-level visits, the effectiveoperation of the inter-governmental committee and cooperation mechanismsbetween ministries and agencies, and close coordination between the two sidesat international organisations and multilateral forums, especially at theUnited Nations and within the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM).
The two sides agreed to join hands in preparations for the celebration of the70th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (1950-2020).
The bilateral cooperation in economy-trade, investment, culture, and tourismhas made progress, but the two sides still boast significant potential andopportunities to step up partnerships, they said.
To enhance economic ties, Vietnam called on the Czech Republic to help pushahead with the early signing and ratification of the EU-Vietnam Free TradeAgreement (EVFTA).
They agreed on the need to take measures to encourage and create more optimalconditions for businesses of the two countries to cooperate and scope out therespective markets, especially in infrastructure construction, agriculture,food processing, renewable energy, defence, and tourism.
Son thanked the Czech Government for supporting the Vietnamese community tostabilise their lives in the host country and promote their role in developingthe friendship between the two countries.
Kaucky lauded the contributions of the Vietnamese community in the CzechRepublic, saying the country is considering making it easier for Vietnamesecitizens to obtain visas to the country for working and business purposes.
They concurred to foster coordination in international issues of shared concernand stressed their commitments to backing the settlement of disputes in theEast Sea by peaceful measures and in line with international law, including the1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, thus ensuring securityand safety of navigation and aviation in the region.–VNA
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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.
At the political consulation (Photo: VNA) 
