Vietnam’s Party leader honoured with Lenin Prize of Russian Communist Party
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong was honoured with the Lenin Prize by the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (KPRF) at a ceremony held in Hanoi on December 15.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and KPRF Vice Chairman Leonid Kalashnikov at the Lenin Prize presentation ceremony in Hanoi on December 15 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – General Secretaryof the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong washonoured with the Lenin Prize by the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (KPRF) at a ceremony held in Hanoi onDecember 15.
On behalf of the KPRF Central Committee, Vice Chairman Leonid Kalashnikov presented the Vietnamese leader with the noblestprize of the KPRF and the former Communist Party of the SovietUnion.
He affirmed that the prizedemonstrates the respect for and recognition of the prominent contributions byGeneral Secretary Trong, a brilliant politician highly valued in Russia and theworld, as well as his unceasing efforts to solidify the Vietnam - Russia relations.
Vietnam’s success is avivid illustration of the fact that socialism has been materialised, Kalashnikov said, stressing that the KPRF always attaches importance tothe traditional friendship with the CPV and wishes that bilateral ties will beenhanced further, helping to promote the Vietnam - Russia comprehensive strategicpartnership, for the sake of the two peoples and for regional and internationalpeace and stability.
For his part, General Secretary Trongdescribed the Lenin Prize as not only a recognition for himself but also the KPRF and Russian people’s respect for and sentiment towardsthe Vietnamese Party, State, and people. It is also a demonstration of thespecial long-standing ties between the CPV, the Vietnamese people and theCommunist Party and people of the Soviet Union in the past and the RussianFederation at present.
He also highly valued Russia’s achievementsin promoting national development and raising its stature in the internationalarena, along with the growth of the KPRF.
Trong thanked the enormous,wholehearted, and effective assistance that the former Soviet Union and today’sRussia have given to Vietnam. He pledged to join the KPRF and Russian partners to keep strengthening the comprehensivestrategic partnership between the two countries and the friendship between thetwo peoples./.
The Vietnam-Russia relationship and the significance of Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s visit to Russia from November 29 to December 2 were spotlighted in an article published on Russia’s Independent newspaper.
With a busy agenda, the Russia visit by Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc was impressive, helping both countries make comprehensive analysis on the achievements and sketch out future plan to further accelerate bilateral ties across many sectors, stated Andrey Vladimirovich Yatskin, First Deputy Chairman of the Council of Federation (upper house) of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation.
The recent visit to Russia by President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has created a new motivation for the two countries’ all-round strategic partnership, affirmed researchers and scholars at a roundtable marking the 20th anniversary of Vietnam-Russia strategic partnership.
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang had a meeting with Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady S. Bezdetko in Hanoi on December 9 to discuss bilateral cooperation at United Nations forums.
A scientific workshop themed “Russia in the eyes of Vietnamese researchers of Russian studies: humanistic aspects” was organised in Hanoi on December 10, highlighting the fruitful development of Russia - Vietnam relations.
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.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and KPRF Vice Chairman Leonid Kalashnikov at the Lenin Prize presentation ceremony in Hanoi on December 15 (Photo: VNA) 
