Vietnamese FM meets with Iranian, Mexican counterparts in New York
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son had separate meetings with his Iranian and Mexican counterparts in New York on September 22 on the sidelines of the General Debate of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (L) meets with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdollahian. (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son hadseparate meetings with his Iranian and Mexican counterparts in New York onSeptember 22 on the sidelines of the General Debate of the 78th session of theUnited Nations General Assembly.
At his meeting with Iranian FM Hossein Amir Abdollahian, thetwo ministers agreed to make greater efforts to implement specific agreements reachedduring Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visit to Iran inAugust, especially improving the effectiveness of economic and tradecooperation as a priority in the bilateral relations to soon increase two-way tradeto 2 billion USD.
Hossein Amir Abdollahian affirmed Vietnam is an importantpartner of Iran in Southeast Asia, hoping that the two countries will strengthencoordination and mutual support at multilateral forums.
He also proposedmeasures to promote bilateral trade cooperation in the coming time, including theeffective implementation of periodic consultation mechanisms between the twosides.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son meets with Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs Alicia Barcena. (Photo: VNA)
At the meeting between the Vietnamese and Mexican ministers, thetwo sides expressed their delight at the positive development of the bilateral relationsin recent years on both bilateral and multilateral aspects.
Son proposed the two countries continue promoting economicand trade collaboration to a new height, and showed his hope to continue fosteringmulti-faceted cooperation with Mexico.
Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs Alicia Barcena affirmed that Mexicoattaches special importance to its friendship and cooperation with Vietnam. Shesaid that the two sides need to maintain close coordination at internationaland regional mechanisms, including the United Nations and the Asia-PacificEconomic Cooperation (APEC) Forum.
The two sides also discussed preparations for delegationexchange activities at all levels, especially high-level ones, in the comingtime.
At these meetings, Son affirmed the common stance of theAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Vietnam on the peaceful settlementof disputes on the basis of international law, including the 1982 United NationsConvention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and ensuring safety andsecurity of navigation and aviation in the East Sea./.
Prestigious newspapers in Mexico have highlighted the significance of Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visits to Cuba, Argentina and Uruguay, which are scheduled to take place from April 18-28.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue on August 9 visited and delivered a speech “Vietnam - Iran cooperation for peace and development” at the Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS), as part of his ongoing official visit to Iran.
A delegation led by member of the Party Central Committee and permanent deputy head of its Commission of Mass Mobilisation Pham Tat Thang paid a visit to Iran from August 21-24.
A delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) led by Secretary of the CPV Central Committee and head of its Commission for Information and Education Nguyen Trong Nghia paid a working visit to Mexico from August 24-28.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (L) meets with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdollahian. (Photo: VNA) 
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son meets with Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs Alicia Barcena. (Photo: VNA) 
