Vietnam is willing to work with the US to further deepen the bilateral comprehensive partnership on the basis of mutual respect for independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political regimes, thus lifting the bilateral relations to a higher level at an appropriate time, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has told US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (Photo: VNA)
Jakarta (VNA) – Vietnam is willing to work with the US to further deepenthe bilateral comprehensive partnership on the basis of mutual respect forindependence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political regimes, thuslifting the bilateral relations to a higher level at an appropriate time, ForeignMinister Bui Thanh Son has told US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
During a meeting onthe sidelines of the 56th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM-56) andrelevant meetings in Jakarta on July 13, the two sides expressedsatisfaction at the positive progress in the cooperative relationship betweenthe two countries over the recent times and affirmed the importance attached by the leadershipof both nations to the comprehensive partnership.
Blinken agreed to coordinate with Vietnam in effectively implementing the outcomes of the phone talks between Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and US PresidentJoe Biden on March 30, 2023, especially promoting high-level visits andmeetings, and implementing cooperationagreements signed between the two countries.
He thanked the Vietnamese Government, especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for the arrangement made during his recent Vietnam visit.
The two officials alsodiscussed regional and international issues of common concern and agreed to strengthencoordination at regional and international forums in the time to come.
FM Bui Thanh Son (R) and High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Joseph Borell (Photo: VNA)
The same day, FM Son met with HighRepresentative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Joseph Borell.
The two sides expressedsatisfaction at the fruitful development of the Vietnam – EU comprehensive partnershipand agreed to promote the exchange of all-level delegations and meetings and effectivelyimplement the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
Son suggested EU member states to soon complete the ratification of the EU - VietnamInvestment Protection Agreement, and said hopes that the EU would consider liftingthe “yellow card” warning against Vietnamese seafoodexports as soon as possible.
For his part, Borrell affirmed that the EU isready to support Vietnam in its energy transition process, and in implementing the Just Energy TransitionPartnership (JETP) mechanism, toward achieving net zero emission targets by 2050./.
Commitments outlined in the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) on both trade and investment are expected to contribute to attracting European businesses and investors to expand their activities in Vietnam, further promoting trade and investment cooperation.
Vietnam and the EU should continue working closely together for the common goal of promoting Vietnam – EU comprehensive partnership and cooperation, thus bringing practical benefits to their people and businesses and making positive contributions to maintaining peace, stability, development and prosperity in each region and the world.
Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang said on June 15 that Vietnam and the EU have effectively cooperated in defence, in line with the Vietnam-EU Partnership and Cooperation Framework Agreement (PCA), the agreement between Vietnam and the EU on the establishment of a framework for Vietnam’s participation in crisis management activities of the EU (FPA).
The year 2023 is an important milestone in Vietnam-US relations as it marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of their comprehensive partnership (2013-2023).
The year 2023 is an important milestone in Vietnam-US relations as it marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of their comprehensive partnership (2013-2023).
Vietnam considers the US and the state of Nebraska in particular one of the important partners, wishing for stable and progressive economic and trade relations to deepen bilateral comprehensive partnership in a substantive manner, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai told Governor of Nebraska Jim Pillen during a working session in Hanoi on July 13.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken (Photo: VNA) 
FM Bui Thanh Son (R) and High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Joseph Borell (Photo: VNA) 
