Vientiane (VNA) – Head of theParty Central Committee’s Commission for Information and Education Vo VanThuong and head of the Lao Party Central Committee’s Commission for Propagandaand Training Kikeo Khaykhamphithoun have signed an agreement on cooperationbetween the two commissions in the 2016-2021 period.
Thedeal was reached during talks between Vo Van Thuong and Kikeo Khaykhamphithounin Vientiane on December 22 as part of the former’svisit to Laosfrom December 22-23.
Atthe talks, the two sides discussed measures to boost their cooperation in thefuture, focusing on strengthening affiliation in communications and education,gathering social opinions, applying science-technology advances, and collectingdocuments on the special ties between the two countries.
Theyagreed to strengthen the education of the traditional relationship between thetwo Parties, States and peoples as well as reform achievements of each countryamong the community in Vietnamand Laos,especially the youth.
Alongwith partnership in training officials, the two sides will work closelytogether in organising activities in 2017 to mark the 55th anniversary of the Vietnam-Laosdiplomatic ties and 40 years of signing of bilateral agreement in friendshipand cooperation.
Thetwo sides affirmed to coordinate closely in implementing agreements reached byleaders of the two Parties and States, while increasing the sharing of informationand experience in their operation, while supporting the cooperating among communicationsand education agencies of both countries from the central to local levels,especially in localities along the shared border./.
The inspection agencies of the Vietnamese and Laos Governments have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to bolster their cooperation in the future, which is considered a new development stage between the two bodies.
Leaders of the Vietnam News Agency and the Laos News Agency have agreed to improve the quality of news for exchange, while strengthening communications on the special ties of Vietnam and Laos.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has proposed the Government Offices of Vietnam and Laos to make more contributions to cementing the traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation.
Vietnamese Minister Chu Ngoc Anh has thanked the Lao Government for its assistance and provision of favourable conditions for cooperation between the two countries’ science and technology ministries.
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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.
Scene at the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
