Vice Chairman of the Vietnam National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien held talks with Vice President of the Norwegian Parliament Svien Roald Hansen in Norway on September 22.
Vice Chairman of Vietnam National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien (4th, R), Vice President of the Norwegian Parliament Svien Roald Hansen (5th R) and other officials (Source: VNA)
Oslo (VNA) – Vice Chairman of the Vietnam National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien held talks with Viඣce President of the Norwegian Parliament Svien Roald Hansen in Norway on September 22 to deepen relations between the two countries and legislative bodies.
They agreed to maintain delegation exchanges, step up political consultations and support each other at multilateral forums and international organisations, especially the UN, the Asia-Europe Meeting and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Vietnam is willing to serve as a bridge between Norway and ASEAN, Hien said, calling for Norway’s support for Vietnam’s bid for a seat at the UN Security Council for 2020-2021.
Vietnam also hopes that Norway will maintain its official development assistance to the country and replicate its projects in aquaculture and rural economic development in disadvantaged areas, he noted.
The Vietnamese legislator suggested Norway assist Vietnam in aquaculture, maritime economy and ocean protection.
He said Vietnam expects that Norway will keep its doors open for Vietnamese goods, especially agro-forestry-fishery products, garments-textiles, and footwear.
Host and guest maintained that investment ties have yet to hit their potential. Two-way trade reached about 189 million USD as of June 2016.
Norway is running 31 projects valued at more than 89.2 million USD in Vietnam, ranking 46 th out of 116 countries and territories investing in the country.
Svien Roald Hansen said he will lead a delegation of Norwegian parliamentarians to Vietnam in October to accelerate the signing of the free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association, which comprises Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
The agreement is expected to create a framework for Vietnam and Norway to boost cooperation in maritime economic development, he said.
Host and guest expressed their hope that the two countries will work together to address global challenges like climate change and marine pollution.
While in Norway, NA Vice Chairman Hien met with Finance Minister Siv Jensen, during which the two sides agreed to encourage Norwegian firms to operate in Vietnam.
Many Norwegian firms are interested in the Vietnamese market and plan to invest in navigation and fisheries in the country, Siv Jensen said.
The Vietnamese law-maker noted that Vietnam hopes to exchange its experience with Norway in international economic integration as well as challenges in public debt management.-VNA
Vietnam and Norway agreed to foster cooperation in marine economic activities during the eighth political consultation at the deputy foreign ministerial level in Hanoi on May 20.
Norway appreciates ongoing negotiations on a FTA between the European Free Trade Area and Vietnam, which serve as a tool for tapping great potential in trade cooperation between the two nations.
Vietnamese art performances and a photo exhibition were held in the Norwegian capital of Oslo on September 15 to celebrate the 45 th anniversary of Vietnam-Norway diplomatic ties.
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).
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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.
Vice Chairman of Vietnam National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien (4th, R), Vice President of the Norwegian Parliament Svien Roald Hansen (5th R) and other officials (Source: VNA)
