Cambodian NA leader stresses significance of cooperation with Vietnam
Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Huy Tang paid a courtesy call to President of the host country’s new-tenure National Assembly (NA) Samdech Moha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary in Phnom Penh on November 3.
President of Cambodia's National Assembly Samdech Moha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary (centre), Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Huy Tang (sixth from left) and other officials at the meeting in Phnom Penh on November 3 (Photo: VNA)
Phnom Penh (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Huy Tang paid acourtesy call to President of the host country’s new-tenure National Assembly (NA)Samdech Moha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary in Phnom Penh on November 3.
The hosthighly valued Vietnam’s development achievements. She emphasised thesignificance of the cooperation and mutual support between the two countries,as well as among Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam during their struggles fornational independence in the past and national development at present.
Appreciatingthe timely assistance from the Vietnamese Party, State and army for theliberation of Cambodia from the genocidal regime, she voiced her delight thatthe traditional solidarity, neighbourliness, and friendship between the twocountries have been developing unceasingly through the maintenance of frequenthigh-level mutual visits, the promotion of existing cooperation mechanisms, theenhancement of ties between ministries and sectors, and the recentimprovements in economic, trade and investment partnerships.
She asked both sides to build on the achievementsin the two legislative bodies’ cooperation, maintain durable relations, enhanceconnections, and work together to implement the reached agreements to help consolidateand promote the effectiveness of the parliaments’ ties.
For his part, Tang conveyed the congratulationsfrom NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and other Vietnamese leaders to his host, andalso expressed his admiration for the Cambodian people’s enormous attainmentsin domestic and external affairs.
He said he believes the seventh-tenure NA and theRoyal Government of Cambodia will continue helping the country develop moreprosperously.
The diplomatalso affirmed that Vietnam is a long-standing and close friend of Cambodia, andit appreciates Cambodia’s support and assistance for its fight for national liberationand reunification in the past, along with national construction and defence nowadays.
At themeeting, President Khuon Sudary and Ambassador Tang also discussed some issues ofthe countries’ relations.
They agreedto maintain all-level mutual visits to share experience and information,continue bringing into play existing cooperation mechanisms and the trilateralcooperation among Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, strengthen comprehensivecooperation, especially in trade and investment, and support each other indifferent fields to generate practical benefits for both sides./.
A conference on bolstering trade cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia in 2023 opened in Phnom Penh on October 26, within the framework of the ongoing Vietnam-Cambodia Defence, Economic Production Exhibition 2023 (VIDEX 2023).
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet and Secretary of State of the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Soeung Rathchavy co-chaired the 8th political consultation between the two foreign ministries in the Cambodian city of Preah Sihanouk on October 26.
The Ho Chi Minh City-based Saigon Newport Corporation held a workshop to seek measures to strengthen connectivity and develop Vietnam – Cambodia logistic service route on October 28 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
President of Cambodia's National Assembly Samdech Moha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary (centre), Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Huy Tang (sixth from left) and other officials at the meeting in Phnom Penh on November 3 (Photo: VNA) 
