Vietnam takes resolute stand in fight against illegal migration: Spokesperson
Vietnam stands ready to cooperate with countries and stakeholders within existing cooperation frameworks and international laws and practices based on the principle of promptly safeguarding the migrants’ legitimate rights and interests as well as their dignity.
At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' press briefing on May 29 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The Vietnamese Government remains steadfast in its policy to promote legal, safe, and orderly migration while resolutely combating illegal migration and human trafficking, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang reaffirmed at the ministry’s regular press briefing on May 29.
Responding to reporters’ questions concerning recent British media reports that Vietnamese nationals are still being smuggled into the UK in container trucks, Hang said that officials have been aware of the information and are currently verifying details.
Vietnam is implementing the objectives set forth in the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM), following a national plan approved by the Prime Minister on March 20, 2020. This plan aims to foster transparent migration environment and ensure the legitimate rights and interests of migrants.
Hang underscored that the country has strengthened cooperation with other nations and international organisations, including the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) to prevent, detect, investigate, and dismantle networks involved in human smuggling in accordance with laws.
"Vietnam stands ready to cooperate with countries and stakeholders within existing cooperation frameworks and international laws and practices based on the principle of promptly safeguarding the migrants’ legitimate rights and interests as well as their dignity," she stressed.
She advised the Vietnamese citizens, especially migrant workers, not to be misled by promises of "easy jobs with high pay" and to fully comply with legal requirements.
Hang noted a troubling pattern observed by law enforcement, stating some individuals, after legally entering other countries for work, have absconded and stayed on to live and work illegally. Many others have fallen victim to fraudulent brokers, sent abroad without proper contracts, and subsequently exploited or subjected to forced labour.
Against the backdrop, the ministry called on all Vietnamese nationals seeking employment abroad to strictly🐬 adhere to legal regulations./.
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Vietnamese authorities are actively carrying out domestic procedures in accordance with national regulations for the signing of the upgraded ASEAN–China Free Trade Area (ACFTA), scheduled for October in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
She affirmed that Vietnam has been actively and proactively promoting balanced and sustainable trade and investment cooperation with the US on the basis of effectiveness, frankness, equality, mutual respect, and mutual benefit.
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).
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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.
