Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Orlando Nicolás Hernández Guillén has appreciated President Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s official visit to Cuba from September 18-21, affirming that the outcomes of the visit will contribute to deepening the time-tested friendship and solidarity between the two countries.
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Orlando Nicolás Hernández Guillén. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Orlando NicolásHernández Guillén has appreciated President Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s official visitto Cuba from September 18-21, affirming that the outcomes of the visit will contributeto deepening the time-tested friendship and solidarity between the twocountries.
Orlando Hernández stressed that this was the first visit toCuba of a head of state since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, and alsothe first high-level visit between the two countries since the two countries’Party congresses, and on the occasion of the 61st anniversary ofestablishment of diplomatic ties.
Cuba will cooperate with Vietnam in providing andtransferring technology to produce COVID-19 vaccines - one of the importanttopics mentioned during this visit, he affirmed, adding that the two countries’leaders also discussed potential for cooperation in the fields of tourism,renewable energy, biotechnology, pharmaceutical industry, bio-genetics,telecommunications and transport infrastructure.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) was welcomed by First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam is the second largest foreign investor in the MarielSpecial Development Zone and also Cuba's second largest trading partner inAsia, only after China.
He expressed his belief that Vietnam’s investments in Cubawill bring about practical benefits for both countries, contributing tostrengthening solidarity and mutual understanding, and developing the bilateraleconomic, trade and investment cooperation on par with the fine politicalrelationship.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez witness the signing of cooperation agreements between the two countries' ministries, sectors, and businesses. (Photo: VNA)
Regarding the content of “preserving historical memories”mentioned in the Vietnam-Cuba Joint Statement, the diplomat said that thespecial bilateral relations have been nurtured by Presidents Ho Chi Minh andFidel Castro, and generations of the two countries’ leaders.
The time-honoured relationship cannot be forgotten by younggenerations, he stressed, hoping that the next generations keep the important historicalmoments in mind.
The political and economic solidarity of the past has maintainedand its value remain intact today, even in the most difficult times, added theambassador./.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc successfully concluded his official visit to Cuba at the invitation of First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Phan Dinh Trac, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Internal Affairs had a working session with Roberto Morales Ojeda, Politburo member and Secretary of Organisation and Cadre Policy of the Communist Party of Cuba (CPC)’s Central Committee in Havana on September 20.
Vietnam and Cuba released a 12-point joint statement on the occasion of Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s official friendship visit to Cuba from September 18-20 at the invitation of First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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.
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).
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.
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Orlando Nicolás Hernández Guillén. (Photo: VNA) 
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) was welcomed by First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez. (Photo: VNA) 
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez witness the signing of cooperation agreements between the two countries' ministries, sectors, and businesses. (Photo: VNA) 
