Vietnam nominated as co-chair of OECD's Southeast Asia programme for first time
Vietnam and Australia have been officially nominated as co-chairs of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)-run Southeast Asia Regional Programme (SEARP) for 2022-2025, replacing Thailand and the Republic of Korea (RoK).
At the 8th meeting of the Steering Group of the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Programme. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Australia have been officially nominated as co-chairs of the Organisation for EconomicCooperation and Development (OECD)-run Southeast Asia Regional Programme (SEARP) for2022-2025, replacing Thailand and the Republic of Korea (RoK).
The nomination was decided at the 8th meeting of theSteering Group of the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Programme held in the formof videoconference on December 9. Assistant to the Foreign Minister andDirector of the Department of Economic Affairs at the Ministry ofForeign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang attended the meeting.
In her remarks, Hang thanked OECD and the SoutheastAsia Regional Programme for their acknowledgement of Vietnam’s active andresponsible contributions over the past time, pledging that Vietnam willclosely coordinate with Australia to carry forward the achievements and proposepriority areas.
Anthony Stannard, a representative from the Australiandelegation, also affirmed Australia’s resolve to join hands with Vietnam andregional countries in the next three years when it holds the co-chairmanship.
Vietnam is the third nation in Southeast Asia to workas co-chair of the programme, after Indonesia and Thailand, which demonstratesefforts in implementing the directive of the Party Central Committee's Secretariat on enhancing and advancingmultilateral diplomacy by 2030.
Assistant to the Foreign Minister and Director of the Department of Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang. (Photo: VNA)
The position would help Vietnam prove itsinternational role and responsibility, while utilising OECD’s consultancy andsupport for the country’s development goals.
The nomination also reflects OECD’s trust inVietnam’s capacity to connect the organisation with the Southeast Asian region in the areas of shared concern.
Inaugurated by OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría andJapanese Prime Minister Shinzō Abe at the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting inMay 2014, the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Programme aims to support the regionin their domestic priorities, policy reforms and regional integration efforts.The programme held its first Ministerial Conference in March 2018, to discussissues on Inclusive ASEAN, and the next phase of the Programme./.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has sent a message of congratulations to a ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) which has taken place virtually with the French President and Spanish Prime Minister as the co-chairs
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has sent a message of congratulations to a ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) which has taken place virtually with the French President and Spanish Prime Minister as the co-chairs.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Mathias Cormann, Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation and Development Organisation (OECD) in Paris on November 5 (local time) during his official visit to France.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
At the 8th meeting of the Steering Group of the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Programme. (Photo: VNA) 
Assistant to the Foreign Minister and Director of the Department of Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang. (Photo: VNA) 
