The issue, among the topics put forth by the host Vietnam in the agenda of the freshly-ended 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF-26) were applauded by delegations from the participating members and considered as a goal for the APPF’s future affairs. It was the highlight of its second plenary session, with 11 related resolutions submitted. For more than half a century, Asia–Pacific has thrived to become a driver of the global economic growth, largely thanks to its efforts to capitalise on extensive economic connectivity and advantages of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) networks.In this regard, law-making bodies can facilitate positive changes through policies in each nation and through bilateral and multilateral legal frameworks agreed among them.Parliamentary diplomacy complements traditional diplomacy as a means of building mutual trust and promoting the exchange of information that is not normally obtained through … [Read more...] about Asia-Pacific parliaments backs regional economic-trade cooperation
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Vietnam wants Russia’s greater role in Asia-Pacific: Party chief
The Party chief made the remark at a reception for visiting Minister of Defence of Russian Minister of Defence Sergey Shoyu in Hanoi on January 23.“The Party, State, National Assembly, Government and people of Vietnam have greatly treasured the traditional friendship and efficient cooperation with Russia and have always attached importance to developing the comprehensive strategic partnership with the country, regarding it as one of top priorities in their foreign policy,” he stated.He spoke highly of the results of the talks between Defence Ministers Ngo Xuan Lich and Sergey Shoyu, adding that “Vietnam sees Russia as a prioritized partner in cooperation in military technology based on high trust and not aiming to act against a third country, contributing to safeguarding peace, stability and sustainable development in Asia-Pacific and the world.”Close and regular cooperation between the two defence ministries has helped ratchet up the comprehensive strategic … [Read more...] about Vietnam wants Russia’s greater role in Asia-Pacific: Party chief
APPF-26 Hanoi Declaration sets new vision for Asia-Pacific parliamentary partnership
The following is the full text of the Hanoi Declaration: “HANOI DECLARATION: A New Vision for Asia – Pacific Parliamentary Partnership Participating delegates at APPF-26 pose for a photo 1. We, the parliamentarians of the Asia – Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF), gathered in Hanoi, Vietnam under the theme “Parliamentary partnership: Peace, innovation and sustainable development”. We endorsed this Hanoi Declaration to mark the 25th anniversary of APPF and chart out the course of development for the Forum towards 2030. 2. We recall the timely establishment of the APPF in 1993 to meet the demand for dialogue and cooperation of member countries and the region at the end of the Cold War. Outstanding Achievements 3. We are pleased to note on the remarkable achievements that the APPF has attained in its twenty five years of development. The APPF has relentlessly … [Read more...] about APPF-26 Hanoi Declaration sets new vision for Asia-Pacific parliamentary partnership
Threat of nuclear war dominates Asia-Pacific forum
Speaking at the first plenary session on the regional security and politics, Vietnamese National Assembly Deputy Chairman Do Ba Ty, also head of the Vietnamese parliamentary delegation, said the Asia-Pacific was facing complicated and unpredictable challenges, ranging from simmering tensions and conflicts to poverty, diseases and the negative impacts of climate change. “Contributing to pease, security , co-operation and development is the responsibility of all APPF members,” Ty said. “We believe that global peace and security is a prerequisite for economic and social co-operation and development as well as for promoting basic human rights and peoples’ happiness.” In 2017, escalating tension on the Korean peninsula emerged again, creating fears of a war that could break out anytime as the DPRK test-fired intercontinental ballistic missiles designed to deliver nuclear weapons and conducted its sixth nuclear test. The DPRK nuclear crisis became the centre … [Read more...] about Threat of nuclear war dominates Asia-Pacific forum
Australia, Japan committed to signing Asia Pacific trade pact by March, Turnbull says
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull (R) and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe arrive at Narashino exercise field in Funabashi, east of Tokyo, Japan, January 18, 2018. Photo by Reuters Australia and Japan are committed to signing an Asia Pacific trade deal by March with countries in the region ready to forge a pact to replace the derailed Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said on Thursday "Prime Minister (Shinzo) Abe and I are personally committed to having this deal signed and sealed by March," Turnbull said in a speech in Tokyo. Eleven countries met at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Vietnam last November to keep alive a Trans Pacific trade deal after U.S. President Donald Trump in early 2017 announced that the United States was withdrawing in the name of protecting U.S. jobs. Ministers from the 11 countries including Japan, Australia and Canada agreed on core elements to move ahead without the United … [Read more...] about Australia, Japan committed to signing Asia Pacific trade pact by March, Turnbull says
Asia Pacific can lead world: President
Viet Nam NewsHÀ NỘI — President Trần Đại Quang said on Thursday that together with other inter-parliamentary groups, the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum could help promote world development that originated in Asia and the Pacific. “In the past 25 years, APPF has witnessed turning points in the world and was also part of the process," Quang said. He said the APPF had helped make the Asia Pacific an innovation hub that was a pioneer in developing technology industries, new energy, trade and investment, and this had benefited hundreds of millions of people, he said. The forum, which enables parliamentarians to discuss issues of common concern, began its twenty sixth session in Hà Nội on Thursday. Vietnamese National Assembly leader Nguyễn Thị Kim Ngân told the meeting that parliamentary diplomacy in the Asia-Pacific area had been promoted by the active engagement of parliamentarians at … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific can lead world: President
Promoting cohesive Asia-Pacific community for peace and sustainable development
* APPF-26: Partnership for peace, innovation and sustainable development * APPF-26: Transmitting an image of renovated Vietnamese National Assembly The APPF made its debut on March 15, 1993 with the participation of 27 member parliaments, including those in some powers such as the United States (US), Russia, Japan and China. The forum works towards the aim of building trust among member parliaments via the enhancement of dialogues between parliamentarians in the Asia-Pacific region, thereby contributing to maintaining peace, stability, sustainable development and prosperity for the whole region. In the current context of extensive globalisation, together with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, the APPF has demonstrated its role as a crucial dialogue and cooperation mechanism among the countries in the region. The Vietnamese NA has been a member of the APPF since 1995. Being deeply aware of the importance of the cohesion between Vietnam and other countries in the … [Read more...] about Promoting cohesive Asia-Pacific community for peace and sustainable development
Parliament role promoted in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum
Head of the National Assembly’s Committee on Foreign Affairs Nguyen Van Giau told a media conference in Hanoi on Wednesday that the Vietnamese National Assembly has proposed a draft APPF Hanoi Declaration- New vision for the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Partnership. Mr. Giau said that if approved, the declaration will be an important result to mark APPF’s 25th founding anniversary. He added that the hosting of the event showing the Vietnamese National Assembly’s role and responsibility in the APPF while popularizing images of a renovated, dynamic, active and responsible Assembly worldwide. Vietnam’s hosting of the 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum marks an important external political event, opening a series of diplomatic activities across Vietnam in 2018. … [Read more...] about Parliament role promoted in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum
Vietnam ready for 26th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum meeting
National Assembly Chairwoman NguyenThi Kim Ngan, who is also APPF Chair for 2017-2018, acknowledged efforts made by relevant agencies, particularly the prompt completion of the draft APPF-26 resolutions. She stressed the significance of APPF-26, calling it a practical action for members in support of the 2017 Da Nang Declaration on Creating New Dynamism, Fostering a Shared Future.The event, which will take place in Hanoi between January 18 and 21, discusses cooperation across economics, culture, and sustainable and inclusive development toward the issuance of a joint declaration. The forum currently gathers 27 members including the US, Australia, Japan, Russia, and Laos. The mechanism directly assists the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). … [Read more...] about Vietnam ready for 26th Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum meeting
APPF-26: Vietnam ready for Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum
* APPF-26: Transmitting an image of renovated Vietnamese National Assembly Among attendants were Tong Thi Phong, Standing Vice Chairwoman of the NA and head of the APPF-26 organising committee; Nguyen Van Giau, Chairman of the NA’s External Relations Committee; and Nguyen Hanh Phuc, Secretary General of the NA and Chairman of the NA Office. The subcommittees on reception, logistics, information, communication and healthcare reported to the top legislator on the progress of preparations for the APPF-26. Accordingly, preparations have basically been completed in accordance with the requirements of the organising committee, aiming to ensure thoughtful and respectful welcome for participating delegations. Vietnamese agencies have finalised six draft resolutions of the APPF-26, in regards to the role of APPF in promoting partnerships for sustainable development and inclusive growth in the Asia-Pacific region; the facilitation of cultural and tourism cooperation in the region; the … [Read more...] about APPF-26: Vietnam ready for Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum