Politics

Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh (R) speaks at the event (Photo: VNA)   Moscow (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Russia has recently hosted a ceremony to celebrate Vietnam’s 74th National Day (Sept. 2). Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh affirmed that the National Day is an important milestone of the country. The Vietnamese people have shown their solidarity, bravery and steadfastness and overcome a range of difficulties and challenges to obtain huge achievements in safeguarding national independence and freedom as well as in national construction and development. The ambassador also expressed his gratitude to the Russian people for their great and effective support and assistance to Vietnam during its struggle for national independence and post-war construction process. For his part, Special Representative of Russian President on International Cultural Cooperation Mikhail Shvydkoy said he is impressed by … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s National Day celebrated in Russia

Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien (R) receives JICA Vice President Yasushi Tanaka in Hanoi on September 10 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) capital coordinated by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has contributed to Vietnam’s socio-economic development in the past years, especially in infrastructure development, said a high-ranking law-maker. While receiving JICA Vice President Yasushi Tanaka in Hanoi on September 10, Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Phung Quoc Hien also praised JICA’s important contributions to Vietnam-Japan relations. Vietnam has used ODA capital for right purposes and in a transparent and effective manner, he said, adding that the quality of ODA-funded projects has been remarkably improved. Having affirmed the NA’s support for the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategic partnership, Hien said there remained huge potential for the … [Read more...] about NA Vice Chairman appreciates Japan’s ODA capital

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (L) meets with ambassadors of Middle East and African countries (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam always welcomes and opens door for cooperation with Middle East-African countries for mutual benefits and development, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc affirmed at a reception in Hanoi on September 10 for ambassadors from Middle East and Africa. The Government leader hailed the initiative to hold a meeting with ambassadors from the Middle East and Africa on expanding economic ties between Vietnam and the regions. He said in its foreign policy, Vietnam always attaches great importance to the traditional friendship and cooperation with Middle East and African friends, adding that the collaboration between Vietnam and Middle East -African countries has seen positive development in all fields from politics, diplomacy, trade-investment, agriculture, education, and science-technology to tourism and culture. PM Phuc noted that although two-way trade … [Read more...] about PM welcomes cooperation with Middle East-African countries

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives Cuban Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment Rodrigo Malmierca Diaz in Hanoi on September 10 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc received Cuban Minister of Foreign Trade and Foreign Investment Rodrigo Malmierca Diaz in Hanoi on September 10, pledging to encourage Vietnamese firms’ investment in the Caribbean nation. Welcoming the delegation to Vietnam for a meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Intergovernmental Committee, PM Phuc said Vietnam is delighted at the socio-economic achievements Cuba has obtained recently, noting that the two peoples have a special and faithful relationship that is increasingly consolidated. Minister Rodrigo Malmierca Diaz vowed every effort to help the inter-governmental committee work effectively. He said although the Cuban economy is facing numerous difficulties due to sanctions, it is still striving to move forwards. He also appreciated Vietnam’s rice supply … [Read more...] about Vietnam to facilitate investment in Cuba: PM

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Vietnam Saud F.M Al Suwelim (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested Vietnam and Saudi Arabia step up cooperation in various fields such as trade, labour, and investment while hosting the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Vietnam Saud F.M Al Suwelim in Hanoi on September 10. He hoped the ambassador will make active contributions to the sound relations between the two countries as well as coordinate effectively with relevant agencies to help both countries fully tap their bilateral cooperation potential. The PM recommended the two sides support each other at multilateral forums, emphasising that 2020 is an important year for both countries when Vietnam plays the role of ASEAN Chair while Saudi Arabia takes the G20 Presidency. For his part, the ambassador said Saudi Arabia attaches great importance to the relations with Vietnam, adding that his important task during the … [Read more...] about PM wants stronger trade, investment ties with Saudi Arabia

Head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission Nguyen Van Binh (R) and US Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Asia Robert Kaproth (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam considers economy-trade a pillar in its cooperation with the US, stated head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission Nguyen Van Binh. He made the statement while receiving Robert Kaproth, US Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Asia, in Hanoi on September 10. Binh took the occasion to express his delight at the development of the Vietnam – US comprehensive partnership in all fields toward effectiveness and practical outcomes. The Party official affirmed Vietnam attaches importance to and wants to further strengthening the ties with the US, which is one of the leading partners of Vietnam. He made it clear that the Vietnamese Party and Government pay attention to reinforcing economic and trade collaboration with the US, creating favourable … [Read more...] about Vietnam values economy-trade cooperation with US: Party official

At the 37th meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Inter-Governmental Committee in Hanoi on September 10 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Party, State and people always treasure the fraternal solidarity, traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation with Cuba, and want to expand collaboration in the fields of both sides’ strengths so as to benefit the development in each nation, Minister of Construction Pham Hong Ha stressed on September 10. At the 37th meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Inter-Governmental Committee in Hanoi, Minister Ha further said the bilateral relations have been increasingly consolidated across politics, diplomacy, economy, culture, defence-security, and science-technology, adding the two sides have supported each other at multilateral forums, making contributions to increasing their prestige in the region and in the world. Enhancing the exchange of high-level delegations in 2019 is a vivid illustration for their desire to further improve … [Read more...] about Vietnam values ties with Cuba: Minister

At the symposium (Photo: VNA) Moscow (VNA) – A symposium themed “Career and ideology of President Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam and the world” was held in Moscow on September 9 with the participation of Russian researchers, scholars and students. As part of the activities within the Vietnam-Russia and Russia-Vietnam Friendship Year, the event is meant to commemorate the 50th death anniversary of the President (1969-2019). Presentations at the event focused on President Ho Chi Minh’s role in Vietnam’s revolution, and his influence on the building of a law-governed state in Vietnam as well as the establishment of the Communist Party of Vietnam. They praised the late leader as a great international revolutionist and an international cultural activist. Associate Prof., Dr.  Pham Quoc Thanh from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities told the Vietnam News Agency on the sidelines of the event that the scientific research studies on the … [Read more...] about Moscow symposium spotlights late President’s career, ideology

Fireworks in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate National Day. (Photo: VNA)  Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign leaders have continued to send their greetings to Party General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong on the occasion of the 74th National Day (September 2). The well-wishers include President of Nicaragua Daniel Ortega Saavedra, President of Panama Laurentino Cortizo Cohen, and President of the Chilean Communist Party Guillermo Teillier del Valle. On September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming to the world the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.-VNA … [Read more...] about More National Day greetings from foreign leaders

Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh (R) receives Prensa Latina President Luis Enrique Gonzalez Acosta in Hanoi on September 9 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh received a delegation of the Prensa Latina news agency (Cuba) led by its President Luis Enrique Gonzalez Acosta in Hanoi on September 9. Director General of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) Nguyen Duc Loi also attended the reception. Vice President Thinh said the Vietnamese Party and State always treasure the special time-tested friendship and cooperation with Cuba. She expressed her delight at the comprehensive development of bilateral cooperation in multiple spheres, especially the exchange of high-ranking delegations that include her official visit to Cuba in July. Thinh congratulated the country on the adoption of its new constitution and the increasing perfection of its legal system, voicing her belief that under the leadership of the Communist Party of Cuba, it will make stronger … [Read more...] about Vice President welcomes Prensa Latina news agency delegation