Director of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army Luong Cuong is on an official visit to India with the aim of enhancing defence ties between the two countries.
Director of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army Luong Cuong (L) and India's Defence Secretary Sanjay Mitra (Source: VNA)
New Delhi (VNA) - Director of the GeneralDepartment of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army Luong Cuong is on anofficial visit to India with the aim of enhancing defence ties between the twocountries.
On November 13, Senior Lieutenant General Cuong paid acourtesy visit to Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who appreciatedVietnam’s role and contributions to the region.
The Indian minister asked the two sides to continue promoting the outcomesof defence cooperation over the past years and step up the implementation ofsigned agreements, including the Joint Vision Statement on Vietnam-IndiaDefence Relations for 2015-2020.
Cuong said that his visit is part of activities to celebratethe 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties and the 10-year strategicpartnership between Vietnam and India.
The Vietnamese Party, State and army always attach importance to the time-honoured friendship which have been nurtured by generations ofleaders and peoples of the two countries, he affirmed.
He said he hopes that with its role, India continuescontributing to maintaining peace, stability and development in the region andstrengthening the region’s security mechanism.
Earlier the same day, Cuong held talks with Defence SecretarySanjay Mitra, during which they agreed that consolidating the two countries’friendship and cooperation, including defence ties, is essential and suitableto their people’s interests and aspirations, contributing to peace, stability,development and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions.
They exchanged views on several regional and internationalissues of shared concern, while sharing experience in building the armed forces,and implementing policies for on-duty officers, invalids and sick soldiers.-VNA
The traditional ties between Vietnam and India are developing across the fields, from cooperation in defence-security to trade, investment and people-to-people exchanges.
Cooperation in shipbuilding between Vietnam and India was the focus of discussion at a workshop jointly hosted by the Ministry of National Defence, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).
Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army Phan Van Giang on October 3 held talks with Indian Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba who is on official visit to Vietnam from October 3-8.
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung and his Indian counterpart Preeti Saran co-chaired the ninth political consultation and sixth strategic dialogue at the deputy foreign ministerial level between Vietnam and India in Hanoi on October 24.
Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army Sen. Lieut. Gen. Phan Van Giang received visiting Indian Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa in Hanoi on November 1.
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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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.
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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.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Director of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army Luong Cuong (L) and India's Defence Secretary Sanjay Mitra (Source: VNA) 
