Vietnam, Russia seek stronger cooperation in COVID-19 combat
Representatives from Russian and Vietnamese businesses operating in the field of pharmacy and health care exchanged experience and sought technological cooperation opportunities in the fight against COVID-19 at a round-table in Moscow on November 11.
Moscow (VNA) – Representativesfrom Russian and Vietnamese businesses operating in the field of pharmacy andhealth care exchanged experience and sought technological cooperationopportunities in the fight against COVID-19 at a round-table in Moscow onNovember 11.
Speaking at the event, VietnameseAmbassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi said only close cooperation would helpcountries succeed in combating the pandemic and restoring international tradeand tourism.
Lauding achievements Russia has recordedin the research, development and production of COVID-19 vaccines and treatmentdrugs, the diplomat noted that Vietnam and Russia have effectively coordinatedin the pandemic combat.
Khoicited an example of the coordination, which is the success of Vietnam’sVabiotech company in bottling Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine under an agreementwith its Russian partner.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Russia standsready to coordinate with ministries, agencies and companies of Russia andVietnam to deepen the substantive and mutually beneficial internationalcooperation in the pandemic combat.
Oleg Nizhelsky, General Director ofRussia’s Bronemed LLC,told the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)’s correspondents on the sidelines of theround-table that through the event, Vietnamese and Russian enterprises have setup initial links to draw up cooperation plans.
According to him, bothcountries have adequate resources in terms of science and technology to pushahead with collaboration in the pandemic fight, and the production of vaccinesand pharmaceutical products. Vietnamese TradeCounselor Duong Hoang Minh said Vietnam would work as a hub for the productionand supply of COVID-19 vaccines and treatment drugs to other countries inSoutheast Asia.
In the first 10 monthsof this year, Russia’s pharmaceutical exports to Vietnam increased 3.5 times to39 million USD, the trade counselor said, expressing his hope that businessesof the countries will contribute to creating new momentum for the bilateraltrade ties.
At the end of theround-table, Vietnam’s Biopharma and T&T group signed memoranda ofunderstanding with Sistema Biotech and Bronemed of Russia./.
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh and his Russian counterpart Dmitry Chernyshenko co-chaired the annual 23rd meeting of the Vietnam – Russia Inter-Governmental Committee on Economic, Trade and Scientific-Technological Cooperation via videoconference on October 29.
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Dang Hoang An and his Russian counterpart Alexey Gruzdev had an online working session on November 3, during which the Russian side mentioned issues related to promoting the implementation of a protocol on cooperation in the automobile industry between the two countries.
A memorandum of understanding has been signed to establish a Russia-Vietnam biomedical science and technology research centre, a project that covers joint cooperation in proton radiation therapy in cancer treatment.
The 14th St. Petersburg International Innovation Forum (PMIF) kicked off in the Russian city on November 10, with Vietnam being the partner of this year’s event.
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.
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.
At the round-table in Moscow (Photo: VNA) 
