Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son held bilateral meetings with his Indonesian and Bruneian counterparts on June 16 in the framework of the Special ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting (SAIFMM) in New Delhi.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (L) meets Indonesian FM Retno Marsudi. (Photo: VNA)
New Delhi (VNA) – Vietnamese ForeignMinister Bui Thanh Son held bilateral meetings with his Indonesian and Bruneiancounterparts on June 16 in the framework of the Special ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting(SAIFMM) in New Delhi.
During their meeting, FM Son andIndonesian FM Retno Marsudi discussed measures to boost bilateral ties in thepost-COVID-19 period. They agreed to coordinate closely to prepare for high-levelvisits and the 4th conference of the Vietnam-Indonesia jointcooperation committee in 2022.
The two sides reached consensus on pushingcooperation between the two countries’ ministries, agencies and sectors,especially in economy-trade, so as to bring about practical benefits for peopleand businesses of both countries
The two sides also saw eye to eye on theapproach to and settlement of regional and international issues on the basis ofrespect for international law for the common goal of peace, stability,cooperation and development.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) and Second Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof. (Photo: VNA)
Meanwhile, Son and Second Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei DatoErywan Pehin Yusof agreed to work together to hold activities celebrating the30th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relationship,promote high-level visits and organize the second conference of theVietnam-Brunei joint cooperation committee in the time ahead.
They consented to soon resume direct airservices between Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City and Brunei’s capital Bandar SeriBegawan to facilitate people to people exchange.
FM Son took the occasion to ask Brunei to further facilitate the import ofVietnamese goods, particularly farm produce, aquatic products and food meetingHalal standards.
The Bruneian minister proposed that the two sides enhance cooperation inaquatic and rice production in the context of the world facing a crisis in foodsecurity./.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son held a phone talk with Brunei Second Minister of Foreign Affairs Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof on April 13, during which both agreed to regularly and effectively maintain the nations’ mechanism of joint committee on bilateral cooperation.
Vietnam pledged to work closely with ASEAN ministers, and give enthusiastic support to Brunei so that the country can successfully play the role as the ASEAN Chair in 2021, said Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Nguyen Ba Hoan.
Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang and his visiting Indonesian counterpart Prabowo Subianto agreed to intensify bilateral defence relations in the time ahead in their talks in Hanoi on March 13.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on May 13 called on the defence ministries of Vietnam and Indonesia to bolster consultations and support each other at multilateral forums, and maintain the common stance of ASEAN on regional issues, including the East Sea.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc received outgoing Bruneian Ambassador Pengiran Haji Sahari bin Pengiran Haji Salleh in Hanoi on May 17, congratulating the diplomat on fulfilling his duties during eight years in Vietnam.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (L) meets Indonesian FM Retno Marsudi. (Photo: VNA) 
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) and Second Minister of Foreign Affairs of Brunei Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof. (Photo: VNA) 
