Vietnam, Israel to boost cooperation in fighting crime
The Ministries of Public Security of Vietnam and Israel should increase the exchange of information and experience in preventing and combating crime, especially transnational crime, said Vietnamese Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen. To Lam.
Vietnamese Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen. To Lam (R) and his Israeli guest (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Ministries of Public Security of Vietnam and Israel shouldincrease the exchange of information and experience in preventing and combatingcrime, especially transnational crime, said Vietnamese Minister of PublicSecurity Sen. Lieut. Gen. To Lam.
Whilereceiving Director General of the Israeli Ministry of Public Security MosheEdri in Hanoi on July 3, Lam also suggested the two ministries expandcooperation in cyber security, firefighting, rescue activities, personnel trainingand science-technology.
Theminister said the Israeli delegation’s visit is of important significance asthe two nations are celebrating the 25th founding anniversary ofdiplomatic ties (July 12).
Thevisit is also a step to realize a cooperation agreement on preventing andfighting transnational crime signed between the two ministries in 2016, headded.
Edriaffirmed that he will continue try his best to promote the development of cooperativerelations between Israel and Vietnam in general and between the two Ministriesof Public Security in particular.
Earlieron the same day, Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen.Nguyen Van Thanh held talks with Director General of the Israeli Ministry ofPublic Security Moshe Edri.-VNA
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology and its Israeli counterpart inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in science and technology in Israel on July 25.
Newly-appointed Ambassador of Israel to Vietnam Nadav Eshcar has pledged to do his utmost to promote the cooperation between the two countries, including the elevation of the defence partnership to a new height.
Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on May 8 for Director of Israel’s Defence Export and Cooperation Agency Mishel Ben Baruch, who is on a working visit to Vietnam to seek ways to strengthen bilateral defence ties.
Vietnam and Israel reached progress during the fifth round of negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) between the two nations which was recently held in Jerusalem city.
The Israeli Government has devised policies and provided consultancy to support the development of Vietnamese start-ups, said Israeli Ambassador to Vietnam Nadav Eshcar.
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.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen. To Lam (R) and his Israeli guest (Photo: VNA) 
