Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc held phone talks with President of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte on May 26 to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation amid COVID-19 pandemic.
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen XuanPhuc held phone talks with President of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte onMay 26 to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation amid COVI♏D-19 pandemic⛦.
The PM told the Philippineleader that the Vietnamese Government, people and businesses have entered a newnormal period following the pandemic. He highlighted the significance of internationalcooperation in the current context, thanked the Philippines and President Duterte for making active contributions to the successof the online ASEAN Summit and ASEAN 3 Summit on COVID-19 Response held onApril 14. The Vietnamese leader spokehighly of the Philippines’ initial success in mitigating the impact of the pandemic, and thanked its Government for creating favourable conditions for twoflights carrying nearly 400 Vietnamese citizens home over the recent past.
Duterte, for his part, hailed Vietnam as an effectiveexample in the fight against COVID-19.
He highly valued Vietnam’s le🌳ading role in its capacity as the ASEAN Chair 2020 inthe cohesive and responsive spirit, and lauded the country’s efforts andinitiatives in pandemic prevent🐈ion and control, including the establishment ofa fund for COVID-19 response and a regional medical equipment warehouse.
The two leaders agreed to enhance bilateralsubstantive ties, improve the efficiency of cooperation in diverse areas viathe effective implementation of the Action Programme to realise bilateralstrategic partnership and regular maintenance of cooperation mechanisms,especially the ministerial-level Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation. PM Phuc proposed that the two countriesshould further lift two-way trade and limit the imposition of trade barrier measures, adding Vietnam is ready to be a long-term supplierof rice to the Philippines at competitive prices. Duterte thanked Vietnam for helping the Philippines ensure food security, and agreed that both sides willoffer humanitarian treatment to each other’s fishermen in the spirit oftraditional friendship and mutual trust. The two sides pledged to offer mutual support atmultilateral forums. The Philippine leader vowed to continueworking closely with and support Vietnam in successfully undertaking the roleof the ASEAN Chair 2020 and a non-permanent member of the United Nations SecurityCouncil during the 2020-2021 tenure. The Vietnamese PM spoke highly of thePhilippines’ role and contributions in its capacity as the coordinator of the ASEAN –China relationship. The two leaders stressed the importance offurther enhancing solidarity, maintaining ASEAN’s common stance on the East Seaissue, accelerating negotiations to reach a quality Code of Conduct in the EastSea in line with international law, including the 1982 United NationsConvention on the Law of the Sea, contributing to the keeping of peace, stability and securityin the region./.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh welcomed the first official visit to Vietnam by Philippine Foreign Secretary Teodoro Lopez Locsin during their talks in Hanoi on July 8, believing that the visit will help strengthen bilateral strategic partnership.
The fourth defence policy dialogue between Vietnam and the Philippines took place in Manila on August 6-8 with the aim of enhancing bilateral defence partnership.
Young officers of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and the Philippine armed forces gathered at an activity in Hanoi on November 18 to share experience and enhance exchange.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh and Philippine Foreign Secretary Teodoro L. Locsin Jr. have discussed on cooperation between the two countries at bilateral and multilateral levels amid the complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, during their recent phone talks.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (Photo: VNA) 
