Vietnamese, Australian defence ministers hold talks
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang and his Australian counterpart Peter Dutton held online talks on November 8, during which they agreed to maintain the bilateral defence ties effectively.
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of NationalDefence General Phan Van Giang and his Australian counterpart Peter Dutton heldonline talks on November 8, during which they agreed to maintain the bilateral defenceties effectively.
The two side will work to maintain consultation anddialogue mechanisms, exchange experience and deal with war consequences, whileexpanding collaboration in defence industry and cyber security.
Giang said despite COVID-19, Vietnam and Australiahave enhanced their strategic partnership and the defence ties in particular,expressing his belief that outcomes of the talks will help to further expandthe defence cooperation.
The Minister used the occasion to thank the AustralianGovernment and people for their valuable support to Vietnam, especially their COVID-19vaccine commitment.
He highlighted the Australian defence ministry’s assistanceto Vietnam in transporting doctors, nurses and medical supplies of its level-2field hospital to South Sudan. Giang called on Australia to continue supportingVietnam in United Nations peacekeeping operations.
Regarding multilateral cooperation, Giang laudedAustralia’s contributions to regional mechanisms, particularly the ASEANDefence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM+).
For his part, Dutton affirmed that Australia will continuethe transportation of Vietnam’s level-2 field hospital to UN peacekeepingmissions in 2022 as well as the transportation of forces in the years to comeif conditions permit.
He appreciated Vietnam’s support for upgrading theASEAN-Australia relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, and theASEAN Chairman’s Statement at the recent ASEAN-Australia Summit.
At the talks, the Vietnamese side noted its supportfor the second ASEAN - Australia Defence Ministers Informal Meeting, andpledged to make more contributions to the ADMM+ Experts’ Working Group on MilitaryMedicine under the co-chairmanship of Australia and Brunei for 2021-2023.
Giang invited Dutton to pay an official visit toVietnam. The Australian minister accepted the invitation with pleasure./.
Vietnamese Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung and Australian Minister for Trade, Investment and Tourism Dan Tehan shared the hope that the Australia-Vietnam Enhanced Economic Engagement Strategy in 2021-2025 will be launched this year.
A Vietnam-Australia Artificial Intelligence (AI) Forum was held on October 27, offering a venue for experts to share experience and initiatives to develop AI technologies in Vietnam.
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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.
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.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang (Photo: VNA) 
