Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) has telephone talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on April 14 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son had telephone talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on April 14.
Son congratulated China on its achievements in socio-economic developmentand external relations, expressing his belief that China will successfullyorganise the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of China in thisyear.
He affirmed that Vietnam attaches great importance to andhopes to further bolster the Vietnam-China ties in a stable and sustainablemanner.
For his part, Wang affirmed that the Party and Government ofChina are interested in further developing the comprehensive strategiccooperative partnership with Vietnam, considering it as a priority in itsneighbourhood diplomatic strategy.
Both sides shared delight at the sound progress in the relations between thetwo Parties and countries, and concurred to continue increasing high-levelexchanges and meeting, promoting practical cooperation across all fields,strengthening coordination in facilitating bilateral trade and removingbarriers in border trade, and soon recognising each other’s vaccine passport tomake travelling and exchange activities easier.
They had an open and straightforward discussion on the sea issues and agreed towork hard together to control and deal with disputes in the spirit ofrespecting each other’s legitimate rights and interest, strictly implementingagreements on the basic principles guiding the settlement of Vietnam-China sea-relatedissues and international law, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea1982, and together with ASEAN reaching positive progress for the Code ofConduct in the East Sea (COC).
The two FMs also exchanged viewpoints on regional andinternational matters of shared concern, including the Ukraine issue. FM Son underlinedVietnam’s consistent policy of supporting the settlement of disputes anddifferences by peaceful measures in line with the UN Charter andfundamental principles of international law, ensuring security and safety forcivilians, and protecting basic civil infrastructure system. Vietnam supportsand is willing to make positive contributions to humanitarian relief activities,diplomatic processes, dialogues and negotiations as well as the reconstructionand recovery process in Ukraine, Son stated./.
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh has signed a resolution to approve the inking of an economic and technical cooperation agreement on the provision of non-refundable aid between the Vietnamese and Chinese governments in fiscal year 2020.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen their partnership and cooperation in line with the ASEAN-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) established last year, as officials of both sides gathered at the 23rd ASEAN-China Joint Cooperation Committee Meeting on April 5.
Vietnam has full legal grounds and historical evidence to prove its sovereignty over the Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagoes in accordance with international law as stated in the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982, stated Foreign Ministry Deputy Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang.
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.
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.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) has telephone talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on April 14 (Photo: VNA) 
