The fine relationship between the House of Councillors of the National Diet of Japan and the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) has helped develop the bilateral ties between the two nations, said Nguyen Van Giau, Chairman of the NA’s Committee for External Affairs.
At the talks between Nguyen Van Giau, Chairman of the NA’s Committee for External Affairs, and Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence of the House of Councillors of Japan Shingo Miyake (Source: vov.vn)
Tokyo (VNA) – The fine relationship between the House of Councillors of theNational Diet of Japan and the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) has helpeddevelop the bilateral ties between the two nations, said Nguyen VanGiau, Chairman of the NA’s Committee for External Affairs.
During talks with Chairman of the Committee on ForeignAffairs and Defence of the House of Councillors Shingo Miyake in Tokyo on June18 as part of his visit to Japan, Giau said in 2017, Vietnam was honoured towelcome the Japanese Emperor and Empress as well as Japanese Prime MinisterShinzo Abe, Speaker of the House of Representatives Oshima Tadamori and Speakerof the House of Councillors Chuichi Date.
Most recently, President Tran Dai Quang paid a State visit toJapan from May 29 to June 2, 2018 during which the two sides issued a jointstatement saying the visit has deepened the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategicpartnership for peace and prosperity in Asia, he added.
According to Giau, two-way trade hit 33 billion USD last year.Japan now runs over 3,700 projects with a total capital of 50 billion USD inVietnam.
Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) for Vietnamover the past nearly 30 years has amounted to 30 billion USD.
The Vietnamese community in Japan currently exceeds 260,000,including 125,000 students and apprentices.
For his part, Shingo Miyake said he will continue efforts tofoster exchanges between the two countries’ parliamentarians at all levels,both the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors.
Regarding the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement forTrans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), he informed that the Japanese Diet hasapproved the deal and is discussing a draft law relating to the CPTPP, which isexpected to be completed at its ongoing session.
He expressed his wish that Vietnam will soon ratify thisagreement so that CPTPP will create a push to global free trade.
He also wished for coordination with Vietnam in promoting theRegional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) in order to make it ahigh-quality trade agreement like CPTPP.
On the same day, Giau paid a courtesy visit to Bank of JapanGovernor Haruhiko Kuroda.-VNA
President Tran Dai Quang and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation attended a ceremony in Tokyo on June 1 celebrating the 45th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (September 21).
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Binh Minh lauded Japan’s support for Vietnam’s socio-economic development, economic restructuring and infrastructure construction.
Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh expressed his delight at the strong development of the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategic partnership while meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tadamori Oshima in Tokyo on June 11.
A Vietnam-Japan training and technology transfer centre was inaugurated at the Saigon Hi-tech Park (SHTP) in Ho Chi Minh City on June 14, marking an important milestone in cooperation between the park’s management board and Japanese partners in training international standard-human resources.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
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.
At the talks between Nguyen Van Giau, Chairman of the NA’s Committee for External Affairs, and Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence of the House of Councillors of Japan Shingo Miyake (Source: vov.vn) 
