Conference discusses Vietnam-Mexico cooperation outlook
The Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico and the International Studies Faculty of the Mexico Institute of Autonomous Technology jointly held a conference on the Vietnam-Mexico relations to discuss the outlook of cooperation between the two countries.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai Duong addresses the conference (Photo: VNA)
Mexico City (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico and the International StudiesFaculty of the Mexico Institute of Autonomous Technology jointly held aconference on the Vietnam-Mexico relations to discuss the outlook ofcooperation between the two countries.
Addressing the event,Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai Duong said that since the twocountries set up their diplomatic relations 43 years ago, the bilateral relationshiphas grown strongly in all fields such as politics, economy, trade, culture,education, health care and tourism.
Mexico is now thethird largest trade partner of Vietnam in Latin America, while Vietnam is theeighth biggest market of Mexico in Asia.
Two-way trade reachednearly 5 billion USD in 2017 and hit 3 billion USD in the first eight months of2018, noted the diplomat.
He held that theVietnamese and Mexican economies can supplement each other, adding that theComprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)will contribute to creating a favourable environment for the promotion ofeconomic, trade and investment partnership between Vietnam and Mexico.
Ambassador Duong saidthat through 40 years of national construction, from a war-torn country,Vietnam is now on the way to industrialization and modernisation with a rising positionin the world arena.
So far, Vietnam hasset up diplomatic relations with 180 countries and trade partnership withnearly 200 economies in the world, he said.
Vietnam consistentlypursues the foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, openness,diversification, multilateralisation and active international integration, hesaid.
The ambassador affirmedthat in the past two decades, Vietnam has made important contributions to thegrowth of the ASEAN, adding that the country is working with other members ofthe association to build the ASEAN Community Vision with an aim to fosteringintra-bloc connectivity through integration and dialogues.
Participants expressedhope that more similar conferences will be held for them to explore theculture, country and people of Vietnam.-VNA
For over four decades, the traditional friendship and all-round cooperation between Vietnam and Mexico have been reinforced and developed in many fields from politics-diplomacy, economy-trade to culture, education and health care, stated Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai Duong.
A delegation of the Communist Review, a magazine of the Communist Party of Vietnam, paid a working trip to Mexico from October 9-13 to share press-related experiences.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai Duong addresses the conference (Photo: VNA) 
