Vietnam helps Cambodia’s anti-drug crime force improve capacity
A training workshop is being held by the police department for investigation of drug-related crimes under the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security to help improve the investigation and drug control capacity of the anti-drug crime force of Cambodia.
Hanoi (VNA) – A training workshopis being held by the police department for investigation of drug-related crimesunder the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security to help improve the investigationand drug control capacity of the anti-drug crime force of Cambodia.
The workshop, which runs from October 29 toNovember 3 in Ho Chi Minh City, is among annual cooperation activities between the two countries' national committees for drug combat. In Vietnam, the Ministryof Public Security is the standing body for drug combat of the NationalCommittee for AIDS, Drugs, and Prostitution Prevention and Control.
Addressingthe event, Col. Mom Kirisocheat, Deputy Director of the law enforcement divisionat the Office of Cambodia’s National Authority for Combating Drugs, noted thatover the recent past, authorities of both countries have coordinated to carryout various initiatives to fight drug crimes and recorded encouraging results.
In 2023, the two sides continue to increase and improve the quality of information exchange via hotlinesand border liaison offices between provinces of Vietnam and Cambodia. Theyhave held meetings between their relevant agencies and borderlocalities on a regular basis. Crackdowns on drug crimes along the shared borderline are also a regular occurrence in their cooperation.
The efforts have helped curb and preventcross-border drug trafficking, he said.
Inthe face of the quick and complex developments of drug crimes in the region andthe world, training to improve the capacity of law enforcement officers isof critical importance to promote the fight against transnational drug crimes,he went on.
The official said that the cooperation and responsibility sharing betweenVietnam and Cambodia will form a prerequisite for the realisation of the commongoal of protecting the community from drug-related crimes to contribute tostable and prosperous socio-economic development./.
Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos have committed to enhancing cooperation in fighting transnational crimes in all forms, especially drug crime, human trafficking, smuggling, terrorism and high-tech crime.
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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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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.
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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.
Delegates at the event (Photo: dangcongsan.vn) 
