A delegation of the Party Central Committee’s Information and Education Commission led by its standing vice chairman Lai Xuan Mon paid a working visit to Mexico from August 15-20 to exchange experience with local political parties in information and education as well as strengthen bilateral friendship and cooperation.
A delegation of the Party Central Committee’s Information and Education Commission led by its standing vice chairman Lai Xuan Mon offers flowers at the statue of President Ho Chi Minh at the centre of Mexico City. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - A delegation of the Party Central Committee’s Information and Education Commission led by its standing vice chairman Lai Xuan Mon paid a working visit to Mexico from August 15-20 to exchange experience with local political parties in information and education as well as strengthen bilateral friendship and cooperation.
At meetings with President of the ruling party National Regeneration Movement (MORENA) Mario Delgado and General Secretary of the Mexican Labour Party (PT) Alberto Anaya Gutiérrez, Mon briefed the hosts on the achievements that Vietnam has made after more than 35 years of Doi Moi (renewal) process, the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, as well as directions and tasks regarding Party building work in terms of politics, ideology and morality.
He suggested that the political parties of Mexico enhance the exchange of experience in such areas as theoretical research for devising the country's development strategies as well as the management and development of the press system.
The lMORENA and PT leaders affirmed that they would continue to strengthen cooperation and information exchange, build and consolidate political trust, and promote friendly cooperation between Mexico and Vietnam.
Within the framework of the visit, the Vietnamese delegation also had working sessions with Alfredo Fermat Bañuelos, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee at the Mexican Chamber of Deputies; and Carmen Moreno, Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico.
The Mexican officials emphasised that Mexico always attaches importance to relations with Vietnam and expressed their hope to promote cooperation in the field of education, enhance economic and trade collaboration, and strengthen the dissemination of Mexican culture to the people in Vietnam as well as other ASEAN countries.
The Vietnamese delegation also visited an integrated education model of kindergarten and primary school in Monterrey city, Nuevo León state; and offered flowers at the statue of President Ho Chi Minh at the centre of Mexico City./.
The 6th Vietnam - Mexico political consultation took place via videoconference on July 21 to look into each country’s situation, measures to enhance bilateral relations, and issues of shared concern.
A delegation of 23 Vietnamese entrepreneurs, led by Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai, attended the Vietnam-Mexico Business Forum in Mexico City on July 4, aiming to seek cooperation opportunities with the host country’s partners.
Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue affirmed Vietnam’s wish to enhance traditional ties with Mexico during virtual talks over the phone with President of the Mexican Senate Olga Sanchez Cordero on July 18.
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.
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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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.