Vietnam – Malaysia ties extend significantly: Ambassador
Vietnam and Malaysia have effectively cooperated in many fields in recent years, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Malaysia Le Quy Quynh in an inclusive interview with Bernama.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Malaysia Le Quy Quynh (Photo: VNA)
Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – Vietnam and Malaysia haveeffectively cooperated in many fields in recent years, said VietnameseAmbassador to Malaysia Le Quy Quynh in an inclusive interview with Bernama.
The Malaysian national news agency quoted the diplomat, whowill end his tenure on October 8, as saying “Bilateral trade turnover is closeto 15 billion USD a year. The people-to-people relations between the twocountries are also very encouraging. More and more tourists from both countriesare visiting each other.”
Quynh said the two countries have a long-standing friendshipwith excellent cooperation in many areas since the establishment of diplomaticrelations on March 30, 1973. Since then, the ties have flourished, especiallyafter being advanced to a strategic partnership in 2015.
“I believe that with the great foundation of our StrategicPartnership, the relations between the two countries will continue to prosperin the future,” said Quynh.
He noted that 2020 is an important milestone for bothcountries as Vietnam has assumed the dual role of the rotating Chair of ASEANand a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, whileMalaysia is the Chair of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
“The two countries, together with other member nations ofASEAN, have made efforts to build a united community contributing to peace,stability, and prosperity in the region and the world,” he added.
The diplomat said Vietnam will continue to create conduciveconditions for Malaysian businesses and investors to work in the country andthat the two sides will continue to promote cooperation in the fields of foodtechnology and car manufacturing.
He stated Vietnam is ready to work with Malaysia in thefields of supporting industries, smart city construction, high-techagriculture, and other fields of Malaysian strength.
“I hope that the Malaysian government will continue tofacilitate connecting the delegations of Vietnam to visit, learn and exchangeexperiences in areas where Malaysia has the strength namely urban planning,economic development; and on the contrary, Vietnam will create the same(conducive) conditions for the Malaysian delegations,” he added./.
Malaysian King Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah on February 13 suggested Vietnam and Malaysia step up bilateral cooperation in various spheres, especially in the fight against transnational crime.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that all World Cup 2022 qualifiers during March and June are to be delayed due to fears about the COVID-19 outbreak, with all matches now set to take place during October and November, including three matches involving the Vietnamese men’s football team.
The trade and economic relations between Vietnam and Malaysia will see positive changes after the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement is signed, said Professor Hoo Ke Ping, a Malaysian economic and political analyst.
The Vietnam Trade Office in Malaysia and the Vietnam Malaysia Business Association (VMBIZ) on September 23 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on enhancing cooperation to boost trade and investment between the two countries’ businesses.
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.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Malaysia Le Quy Quynh (Photo: VNA) 
