Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Ha Kim Ngoc has held phone talks with US Congressman Ami Bera, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation, on the comprehensive partnership between the two countries and bilateral cooperation in the fight against COVID-19.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Ha Kim Ngoc (Photo: VNA)
Washington DC (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador tothe US Ha Kim Ngoc has held phone talks with US Congressman Ami Bera, Chairmanof the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific andNonproliferation, on the comprehensive partnership between the two countriesand bilateral cooperation in the fight against COVID-19.
During the talks on May 21, the two sides rejoiced atthe strong developments of the Vietnam-US comprehensive partnership andexpressed their hope that the celebration of the 25th anniversary ofthe two countries' diplomatic ties will mark new milestones and determination toadvance the relationship.
Ngoc thanked the US administration and Congress fortheir support to Vietnam in the pandemic combat, saying recent medical cooperation activities have reflected the spirit ofeffective partnership and collaboration in the hardest time.
Bera, who had work in health care for more than twodecades before becoming a congressman, lauded and congratulated the VietnameseGovernment and people on well containing the disease.
He said he wants to visit some countries in theregion, including Vietnam, after the pandemic is put under control.
One of the priorities of the Subcommittee and thecongressman is promoting multifaceted cooperation with regional countries,covering economy-trade, national defence-security, and maritime security andsafety, Bera said.
The two sides also exchanged views on the East Seasituation and the Mekong-US cooperation.
Regarding the East Sea, Bera said he and the USCongress are always interested in and keep a close watch on developments inthe East Sea and oppose acts that infringe upon sovereignty and run counter tointernational law, causing regional disorder.
On this occasion, Ngoc and Bera discussed enhancing multifacetedcollaboration between Vietnam and California, including the implementation of aletter of intention in this regard signed by representatives of the Vietnamese Embassy in the US and Los Angeles city in May 2019.
Ngoc called on the California side to create morefavourable conditions for Vietnamese in the state to live, work and study.
♐ He also appealed to the US Congress and administrationto take measures to protect the Vietnamese community given the recent wave of discriminationagainst Asians in the country due to COVID-19 concern./.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Ha Kim Ngoc held phone talks with US Under Secretary of Agriculture Ted McKinney in Washington DC on May 6 with a view to promoting agricultural cooperation between the two countries.
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President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, had a working session with US Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink in Hanoi on May 8.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Ha Kim Ngoc (Photo: VNA) 
