Vietnam to deepen security-defence ties with EU, UK, Italy
Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh on June 4 held bilateral meetings with representatives from the EU, the United Kingdom and Italy on the sidelines of the 15th Shangri La Dialogue.
Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh (centre) has a bilateral meeting with British Secretary of State for Defence Michael Fallon (right). (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) – Deputy Defence Minister 🌄Nguyen Chi Vinh on June 4 held bilateral meetings with representatives from the EU, the United Kingdom and Italy on the sidelines of the 15th Shangri La Dialogue to deepen ties in security and defence.
In his meeting with Managing Director Asia and Pacific for the European External Action Service (EEAS) Gunnar Wiegand, Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Chi Vinh said Vietnam hopes to ramp up exchanges of high-ranking delegations and scholars and enhance cooperation in military training between Vietnam and the EU.
He also proposed the EU to share its experience with Vietnam in the United Nations’ peacekeeping operations.
For his part, Wiegand affirmed that the EU will continue strengthening partnership with Vietnam in many fields, especially in peacekeeping.
Regarding the East Sea issue, he said the EU supports negotiations between all concerned parties and hopes the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China to soon reach a Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC) for the settlement of issues.
While meeting with British Secretary of State for Defence Michael Fallon, Vinh said Vietnam supports the UK to be an observer at the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM+).
In response, Fallon stated that the UK will provide favourable conditions for Vietnamese military officers to pursue training courses in the country. It will invite Vietnam to take part in a seminar on UN peacekeeping mission in London this September and coordinate with Vietnam in building a field hospital in South Sudan.
Talking with Italian Minister of Defence Roberta Pinotti, the defence deputy minister suggested Vietnam and Italy to intensify collaboration in strategic studies, arms industry and UN peacekeeping operations.
Pinotti said the two countries shares a common interest in maritime security and could bolster cooperation in the field. Italy also stands ready to share its peacekeeping experience with Vietnam, she added.-VNA
Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich stressed the need to boost links among countries worldwide and promote the role of security mechanisms within Asia Pacific to deal with security challenges.
The 12th ASEAN – China senior officials’ meeting on the implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) will take place in Vietnam’s Ha Long city on June 9.
Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha called on ASEAN to promote its role in building security balance in the region while the opening the 15th Shangri-La Dialogue on June 3 in Singapore.
Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh, head of the Vietnamese delegation to the 15th Shangri-La Dialogue, had bilateral meetings with representatives from a number of countries on June 3.
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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.
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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.
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 Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh (centre) has a bilateral meeting with British Secretary of State for Defence Michael Fallon (right). (Photo: VNA)
