The second consultation at the foreign ministerial level (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Consultation is an important cooperation mechanism for Vietnam and Laos to strengthen trust and productive coordination to foster relations, as well as inten🐈sifying cooperation in regional and international mechanisms.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh shared the view with his Lao counterpart Thoonglun Sisulith while co-chairing the second consultation at the foreign ministerial level in Hanoi on November 3.
The Lao official is in an official visit to Vietnam from November 2-5.
For his part, Sisulith emphasised the necessity for the two ministries to maintain trust in exchanging cooperation measures and sharing the stance on regional and international issues, thus contributing to consolidating and nurturing the Vietnam-Laos time-honoured friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation.
Both pledged to encourage relevant ministries and offices to prepare for the 38 th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-governmental committee slated for the end of this year.
The two sides agreed to accelerate the implementation of recently-signed cooperation documents, including the Vietnam-Laos trade agreement, the Vietnam-Laos border trade agreement, and the two Governments’ memorandum of understanding on transportation cooperation strategy for 2016-2025 with a vision towards 2030.
They appreciated the official launching of the “one-stop-shop” model at the Lao Bao-Densavan international border gate pair in February, vowing to carry out measures to run the model efficiently.
They also agreed to work for the signing of a protocol on borderlines and national markers and an agreement on border and border gate management within this year.
The Vietnamese official asked the Lao Government to facilitate the naturalization and provide permanent residence cards for Vietnamese people and permanent visas for Vietnamese labourers in the country.
Both sides also exchanged opinions on several regional and international issues of mutual concern, including the East Sea issue, agreeing to maintain close coordination at multi-lateral forums, particularly within the ASEAN framework.
Vietnam will collaborate and fully support Laos in undertaking the Chairmanship of ASEAN in 2016, Minh affirmed.
The Lao guest also took the occasion to present the second-class Isala Order to the Vietnamese Deputy PM and FM, and the third-class Isala Order to Deputy Foreign Minister Ho Xuan Son and former Deputy FM Vu Dung for their contributions to the Vietnam-Laos special solidarity.
On behalf of the Vietnamese Government, Deputy PM Minh handed over to Laos equipment serving its ASEAN Chairmanship work.-VNA
Vietnam will do its utmost together with the Party and the State of Laos to consolidate the traditional friendship in a deeper, more effective and practical fashion.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For 50 years, Vietnam and New Zealand have worked together to uphold peace and prosperity for their peoples and the region. The friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding Vietnam and New Zealand nurtured have grown from a seed into a deeply rooted, strong, and thriving tree, she stressed.
The second consultation at the foreign ministerial level (Source: VNA)
