Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc had a meeting with chief representatives of United Nations agencies in Vietnam in Hanoi on October 24, on the United Nations Day.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives UN Resident Coordinator Kamal Malhotra (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc had a meeting withchief representatives of United Nations agencies in Vietnam in Hanoi on October24, on the United Nations Day.
Phuc stressed that Vienam attaches importance to itsrelations with the UN. He recalled his attendance at the High-Level GeneralDebate of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly in New York in September,adding that he was impressed by a speech by UN Secretary-General AntonioGuterres which highlighted preventive diplomacy, conflict control, climatechange response and gender equality.
UN Resident Coordinator Kamal Malhotra described Vietnam asone of the leading countries in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda onSustainable Development.
To well implement sustainable development goals (SDGs) by2030, he emphasised the need for the UN and Vietnam to hold a high-level forumto reach a consensus on financial sources.
Representatives of UN agencies in Vietnam congratulated thecountry on its socio-economic development achievements, and showed theirsupport for the country’s efforts to respond to climate change, intensifyeconomic reform, and boost the development of the private economy.
They vowed to cooperate with Vietnam in socio-culture andchild care, while appreciating and backing Vietnam’s commitments toenvironmental protection.
PM Phuc affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to theUN’s central role and considers the organisation one of the priorities in itsforeign policy, and a leading partner.
Vietnam will maintain its active and responsiblecontributions to the UN’s works in all the three pillars of peace, development,and human rights promotion, the Government leader affirmed.
He spoke highly of support by the UN agencies, which, hesaid, has brought practical benefits to Vietnam.
He suggested both sides maintain coordination tosuccessfully carry out SDGs, global commitments and agreements to addresschallenges such as climate change adaptation and protection and sustainable useof water resources in the Mekong River basin.
He proposed UNICEF help Vietnam in making laws and policiesmore friendly to children, WHO in building a modern health system, and ILO inensuring social equality.
For its part, Vietnam will step up collaboration with the UNand create all favourable for its agencies in the nation, he said, adding thatit supports the organisation’s development system reform efforts.-VNA
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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.
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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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives UN Resident Coordinator Kamal Malhotra (Source: VNA) 
