Vietnamese, Portuguese PMs seek stronger bilateral ties
They agreed to encourage and create favourable conditions for business communities of both countries to strengthen exchange through experience sharing and partner-matching, with a focus on areas where Vietnam has demand and Portugal holds strength such as shipbuilding, maritime transport, energy, and agriculture.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) meets with his Portuguese counterpart Luis Montenegro in Nice, France, on June 9 (Photo: VNA)
Nice (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with his Portuguese counterpart Luis Montenegro in Nice, France, on June 9 (local time), during which the two sides pledged to work together to promote mutually beneficial economic, trade, and investment ties.
They agreed to encourage and create favourable conditions for business communities of both countries to strengthen exchange through experience sharing and partner-matching, with a focus on areas where Vietnam has demand and Portugal holds strength such as shipbuilding, maritime transport, energy, and agriculture.
PM Chinh said he hopes the two sides will sign a bilateral cooperation agreement and further strengthen collaboration in various fields, including defence, security, culture, education, sports, tourism, and people-to-people exchange.
He proposed that Portugal support the early ratification of the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) by the European Parliament and advocate for the European Commission’s removal of the "yellow card" warning on Vietnamese seafood exports.
Informing his counterpart that Vietnam plans to open an embassy in Portugal soon, PM Chinh asked for the Portuguese Government’s active support to facilitate this process.
For his part, PM Montenegro welcomed the announcement and said it was a timely and strategic decision. He affirmed that Portugal also intends to open an embassy in Vietnam in the near future and stands ready to assist Vietnam in establishing its diplomatic mission.
He emphasised that both embassies will serve as strong bridges for bilateral ties and facilitate cooperation across various fields. He also asked the Vietnamese Government to support Portugal’s efforts to open its representative office soon.
On this occasion, the two leaders disccused ways to promote the United Nations agency on sustainable development, marine biodiversity conservation, as well as international and regional issues of shared concern, including the East Sea.
💯 Agreeing with PM Chinh’s views, PM Montenegro affirmed Portugal’s strong commitment to expanding its multi-faceted cooperation with Vietnam. He also expressed Portugal’s desire for Vietnam's support for its candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council and pledged Portugal’s support for Vietnam’s bid to join the UN Human Rights Council./.
The two sides agreed to instruct relevant agencies of both countries to explore the possibility of negotiating and signing cooperation agreements in areas such as fisheries, labour, and visa exemption for citizens of both nations.
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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.
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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.
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