Vietnam, Italy convene third defence policy dialogue
The third Vietnam-Italy defence policy dialogue was held in Hanoi on July 10 under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister Be Xuan Truong and Undersecretary of State for Defence of Italy Angelo Tofalo.
The third Vietnam-Italy defence policy dialogue is held in Hanoi on July 10 under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister Be Xuan Truong and Undersecretary of State for Defence of Italy Angelo Tofalo. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)– The third Vietnam-Italy defence policy dialogue was held in Hanoi on July 10under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister Be Xuan Truong and Undersecretaryof State for Defence of Italy Angelo Tofalo.
The officials exchanged views on regional and global issues of shared concernand reviewed the outcomes of bilateral defence cooperation reaped after thesecond defence policy dialogue.
They agreed on the contents and measures to step up the cooperation in thefuture, especially ways to maximize the operation efficiency of the defencepolicy dialogue at the deputy defence minister level and the working group ondefence cooperation.
They also agreed to intensify collaboration at multilateral mechanisms andforums, maintain partnership in training, especially language training, enhancecooperation in UN peacekeeping via the exchange of experts in the field, and setup an international cooperation mechanism on bomb and mine consequencesrecovery in Vietnam.
Later, Undersecretary of State for Defence Angelo Tofalo was received by Chiefof the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Defence MinisterPhan Van Giang.
Giang expressed his hope that the maintenance and effective implementation of cooperativemechanisms will contribute greatly to ratcheting up bilateral defencecooperation and the Vietnam-Italy defence ties will become a pillar of the twocountries’ strategic partnership.
Vietnam and Italy signed a memorandum of understanding on defence cooperationin 2013.
During their time in Vietnam, Italy’s defence officers visited the Hong Haship-building factory, the Northern Helicopter Company, several historical andcultural relic sites in Hanoi, and Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh province.-VNA
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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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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.
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The third Vietnam-Italy defence policy dialogue is held in Hanoi on July 10 under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister Be Xuan Truong and Undersecretary of State for Defence of Italy Angelo Tofalo. (Photo: VNA) 
