Vietnamese, Angolan Presidents meet with the press
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço met with the press right after concluding their talks and witnessing the signing of seven cooperation agreements between the two countries in Luanda on August 7.
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong (L) and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço meet with the press to announce the outcomes of their talks. (Photo: VNA)
Luanda (VNA)🐷 - Visiting Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço met with the press right after concluding their talks and witnessing the signing of seven cooperation agreements between the two countries in Luanda on August 7.
The host leader warmly welcomed President Cuong and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their state visit to the Republic of Angola. He highlighted that this is a moment of great significance, marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, and also the 50th anniversary of Angola's independence. President Lourenço affirmed that Angola always remembers and is proud that Vietnam was the second country to recognise its independence, which is an extremely noble gesture.
He emphasised that President Cuong’s visit has further strengthened the traditional friendship between the two countries. Highlighting the shared history of struggle for national liberation and subsequent development challenges, the Angolan leader noted these similarities formed a strong foundation to elevate the bilateral ties. Angola wishes to partner with Vietnam on the path of cooperation for mutual development, he said.
President Lourenço acknowledged progress in development cooperation between the two countries but noted that it still falls short of the two sides’ potential and aspirations. Both sides expressed a shared desire to enhance cooperation, particularly in areas that impact social welfare such as education and healthcare.
The Angolan President expressed his hope that the agreements signed during this visit will further boost cooperation in security, defence, fisheries, and investment. He also expected Vietnam to support Angola in developing farming tools, machinery, and other aspects of agricultural production, particularly in the context of smallholder farming.
President Lourenço confirmed that he had accepted President Cuong’s invitation to visit Vietnam and that relevant agencies from both countries will coordinate to arrange the visit through diplomatic channels.
For his part, President Cuong expressed his sincere thanks for the warm, respectful, and friendly welcome extended by President Lourenço, other leaders, and the people of Angola to himself, his spouse, and the Vietnamese delegation.
The Vietnamese leader shared that his talks with President Lourenço had been highly successful, with both sides engaging in a comprehensive discussion and reaching strong consensus on orientations and measures to usher in a new era of deeper and more effective cooperation between Vietnam and Angola.
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong announces the outcomes of the talks at the press briefing. (Photo: VNA)
According to the State President, the two leaders had agreed to advance the traditional friendship and foster mutual support for development, and for prosperity of the two countries' people and for peace and stability in the region and the world.
The two leaders also agreed to maintain regular high-level visits and exchanges across all channels, effectively implement existing cooperation mechanisms, and explore the establishment of specialised subcommittees in areas of shared interest, he said.
On economic ties, building on the great potential for cooperation as well as the new strengths and momentum of both sides, the President said the two sides were unanimous in further facilitating market access for each country’s key export products. Both sides agreed to enhance the sharing of investment opportunities and create favourable conditions for businesses from both countries to participate in priority projects, particularly in agriculture, oil and gas, energy, and information technology.
In addition, the two countries will continue to promote cooperation in traditional fields such as education and training, healthcare, and agriculture. In the time ahead, they will also expand collaboration in promising areas, including national defence, information technology, science and technology, digital transformation, and green transition.
Regarding regional and international matters of mutual concern, according to the Vietnamese President, the two sides pledged to enhance coordination and share positions at multilateral forums such as the African Union, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the United Nations, and the Non-Aligned Movement. Both countries underscored the importance of resolving disputes through peaceful means, not using or threatening to use force, in accordance with international law and the UN Charter. Vietnam also highly evaluated Angola’s role as Chair of the African Union in 2025 and its initiatives to promote peace, stability and security across the continent.
The two Presidents welcomed the signing of a series of cooperation agreements between ministries, agencies, and enterprises of the two countries, covering areas such as security, justice, television, trade, and oil and gas.
President Cuong called on relevant ministries and agencies of Vietnam and Angola to actively implement the signed agreements and pursue the directions outlined by the two leaders, thus further stepping the partnership for mutual development and turning Vietnam – Angola ties as a model of South-South cooperation to serve the development needs and benefits of both countries.
On this occasion, Vietnam also urged Angola to continue safeguarding the safety and security of the Vietnamese community and businesses, and create favourable conditions for their stable and long-term activities in the African country./.
Hang described the visit as a turning point that will lay the groundwork for the two nations to enhance cooperation in key areas such as green transition and digital transformation, energy, agriculture, education, healthcare, labour, climate change, tourism, and cultural exchange.
State President Luong Cuong stressed the fraternal ties between Vietnam and Angola as a shared invaluable asset. It serves as a solid foundation for both countries to enter a new phase of development, further foster political trust and mutual support between the two Parties and States, and deepen the solidarity and mutual understanding between their people.
The Communist Party of Vietnam stands ready to work with the MPLA to strengthen political trust, reinforce the close friendship, and promote the bilateral relationship comprehensively across various potential areas in the time ahead.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
Over the past five decades, the Vietnam - Angola relationship has grown steadily, marked by political trust and close bonds between their Parties, States, Governments, and peoples, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
President Luong Cuong called on the two countries to join hands to promote South – South cooperation, contribute to building a fair and equal global political and economic order, safeguard independence and sovereignty, and promote extensive and substantive international solidarity and cooperation.
President Luong Cuong called on the community to remain united, integrate well into local society, adhere to local laws, and continue contributing to both Angola’s development and Vietnam – Angola relations.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Angola Carolina Cerqueira agreed to continue strengthening political trust, boost high-level delegation exchanges via all channels, including the parliamentary one, and create favourable legal conditions for bilateral cooperation.
At the dialogue, both sides expressed satisfaction with the intensive and extensive development of bilateral relationship since it was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year.
The robust collaboration between the Vietnamese National Assembly and Japan’s National Diet, particularly between the two nations’ parliamentary friendship groups, is a hallmark of bilateral relations, contributing to deepening the Vietnam-Japan comprehensive strategic partnership, said NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long received British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew in Hanoi on August 7, affirming education as a standout pillar in the Vietnam - UK Strategic Partnership.
Vietnam consistently considers Japan one of its most important and long-term strategic partners that will continue to accompany the country in the new era, said Party General Secretary To Lam.