Vietnam, Norway to reinforce marine economic partnerships
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.
The 8th political consultation between Vietnam and Norway takes place in Hanoi on May 20 (Photo: tgvn.com.vn)
Hanoi (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.
The annual consultation was chaired by Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and the State Secretary in the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tone Skogen.
They informed each other about their respective country’s situation and discussed measures for enhancing bilateral relations as well as regional and international matters of shared concern.
The Norwegian side said it is impressed with Vietnam’s socio-economic development and increasing role in Southeast Asia, adding that Norway attaches importance to strengthening the friendship and effective cooperation with Vietnam.
The officials rejoiced at the progress in the two countries’ amity and multi-faceted partnership while agreeing to hold more all-level delegation exchanges, especially between senior officials.
Both sides will press on with implementing the agreements reached during the official visit to Vietnam by Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg in April 2015, particularly bolstering collaboration in marine economic activities such as shipbuilding, fishing and aquaculture, along with energy, oil and gas, green technology and information technology.
They concurred in continuing close coordination to promote negotiations on a free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association, so as to boost bilateral trade and investment activities.
At the consultation, Vietnam acknowledged Norway’s ODA provision over the past years, stressing that the ODA has been used effectively and has greatly contributed to Vietnam’s socio-economic development and international integration.
Norway is ready to continue helping Vietnam build and implement action plans to realise the Sustainable Development Goals, including climate change response, forest protection and natural resources management, Tone Skogen said.
The two sides were unanimous to work for stronger cooperation in education, culture and tourism through scholarship granting, manpower training and cultural exchanges.
They also mulled over ways to tighten affiliation at multilateral forums and international organisations, including the United Nations, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Asia – Europe Meeting (ASEM).-VNA
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The Norwegian Mission Alliance in Vietnam will provide 451,000 USD to implement a project on social integration for the disabled in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho and in southern Ca Mau province.
A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Chairman of the Judiciary Committee of the NA Nguyen Dinh Quyen visited Norway, aiming to strengthen cooperation between the two countries’ legislatures.
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.
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 8th political consultation between Vietnam and Norway takes place in Hanoi on May 20 (Photo: tgvn.com.vn)
