Vietnam-Malaysia ties growing strongly over past 50 years: Official
Ties between Vietnam and Malaysia have grown strongly over the past 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations with substantial outcomes in all fields, stated Chairman of the National Assembly Committee for External Relations Vu Hai Ha.
Chairman of the National Assembly Committee for External Relations Vu Hai Ha addresses the ceremony (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Ties between Vietnam and Malaysia have grown strongly over the past 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations with substantial outcomes in all fields, stated Chairman of the National Assembly Committee for External Relations Vu Hai Ha.
Along with regular exchanges and meetings, cooperation mechanisms between the two countries have been maintained in a flexible and effective manner, while mutual political trust has been fostered, Ha said at a recent ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Malaysia in Hanoi.
Reviewing major milestones in the bilateral relations, including the establishment of a strategic partnership in 2015, he noted that economic, trade and investment collaboration has been the key pillar and motivation for the bilateral ties.
Malaysia is now the second largest trade partner of Vietnam among ASEAN countries. Two-way trade has continuously risen recently despite impacts of COVID-19, reaching nearly 15 billion USD in 2022, up 17% year on year.
Malaysia is also the second largest among ASEAN investors in Vietnam, and ranks 10th among 40 countries and territories investing in Vietnam with a total capital of 13 billion USD.
Particularly, the Vietnam visit by Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim in July marked an important milestone in the strategic partnership between the two countries, Ha emphasised.
Phan Anh Son, Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations spotlighted the important role of people-to-people exchange between the two countries.
He said that about 45,000 Vietnamese people are living, working and studying in Malaysia.
For his part, Malaysian Ambassador to Vietnam Dato' Tan Yang said that Malaysia and Vietnam have shared a warm and solid relationship, underpinned by both sides' resolute commitments to strengthening bilateral relations for the benefit of their people and the region at large.
The ambassador affirmed that Malaysia considers Vietnam as an important partner, not only within ASEAN but also in the multilateral arena./.
The first Vietnam-Malaysia local cooperation model between Ho Chi Minh City and Ipoh city of Malaysia was launched by Malaysia-Vietnam Friendship Association (MVFA) at a ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur on August 8 on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.
Various typical Vietnamese dishes have been presented by the Malaysia - Vietnam Friendship Association at the "Taste of Sambal" fair which was held in Ipoh, Perak state, Malaysia from August 30 - September 2.
Malaysia’s New Industrial Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) will be the key component supporting the country's new economic framework - known as the Madani economy - to achieve its goals over the next decade, including becoming one of Asia's leading economies, one of the 30 largest economies in the world. and among the top 12 countries in terms of global competitiveness.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised the crucial need to maintain the present peace and stability in the ASEAN region while reinforcing the existing multilateral framework between the bloc and China.
Vietnam is deeply concerned about the escalating and complex conflict in the Middle East, which poses a serious threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.
The Vietnamese Embassy advises the Vietnamese community living, studying, and working in Israel to strictly comply with directions from the Home Front Command and local authorities.
Lawmakers are set to vote on revisions and amendments to a broad spectrum of legal frameworks and impactful resolutions during the final week of the 15th NA's 9th session.
The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) has served as a bridge connecting and uniting the community with the homeland, becoming a trusted source of support for Vietnamese expats in times of hardship.
The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses has achieved notable results, with nearly 263,000 housing units addressed to date, including 225,000 houses inaugurated and 38,000 under construction. Thirty-eight provinces and cities across the nation have already fulfilled their targets.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Chairman of the National Assembly Committee for External Relations Vu Hai Ha addresses the ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
