75th anniversary of Vietnam-DPRK diplomatic relations marked in Hanoi
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son said the Vietnam-DPRK traditional friendship, nurtured by President Ho Chi Minh and President Kim Il Sung, has overcome historical challenges and been continuously strengthened by generations of Vietnamese and DPRK leaders.
Delegates attend banquet to celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and DPRK (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Hanoi (VNA) ☂- The Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) in Hanoi held a banquet on February 6 evening to celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (January 31, 1950 – 2025).
In his speech, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son said the bilateral traditional friendship, nurtured by President Ho Chi Minh and President Kim Il Sung, has overcome historical challenges and been continuously strengthened by generations of Vietnamese and DPRK leaders.
He affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to working with the Party, Government, and people of the DPRK in deepening the two sides’ friendship and cooperation, particularly during the Vietnam–DPRK Friendship Year 2025, practically contributing to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
DPRK Ambassador Ri Sung Guk stated that the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations marked a historic milestone, signifying the beginning of friendship, solidarity, and cooperation between the two countries' people.
Expressing his joy at the positive development of bilateral ties over the past 75 years, he affirmed that DPRK will maintain efforts to further strengthen and develop its friendship and cooperation in various fields with Vietnam.
The ambassador wished the Party, Government, and people of Vietnam continue gaining successes in the ongoing construction of a prosperous and civilised socialist Vietnam./.
Leaders of Vietnam and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) exchanged congratulatory messages on January 31 to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
On 31 January 1950, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam) officially established diplomatic relations. Over the past 75 years, the traditional friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and the DPRK have been highly valued by the Party, State, and people of both countries. This relationship has been continuously strengthened and further developed, contributing to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and beyond.
Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu paid a working visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from October 21-26, and co-chaired the 5th Vietnam - DPRK policy exchange at the deputy foreign ministerial level.
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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.
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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).
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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.
