Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh had bilateral meetings with senior officials from the European Union (EU) and the Australian Foreign Minister on the margin of AMM 48.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh meets with Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop (Photo: VNA)
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh had bilateral meetings with senior officials from the European Union (EU) and the Australian Foreign Minister on the sidelines of the 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 48) in Kuala Lumpur on August 6.
In a meeting with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini, the two sides expressed their pleasure over the progressive development of Vietnam-EU diplomatic relations over the last 25 years and the recent conclusion of negotiations on the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement.
They agreed to continue fostering their partnership and comprehensive cooperation, as well as collaborating in regional and international forums in a practical and effective manner to the benefit of Vietnam and the EU, as well as for peace, stability and development in the region and the world at large.
The Deputy PM suggested accelerating the approval of the Vietnam-EU Framework Agreement on Comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation (PCA) as a legal framework for further improving relations.
On her part, Mogherini hailed the role Vietnam has played in the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the contribution it has made to fostering ASEAN-EU relations.
The two sides also shared their concern over the recent developments in the East Sea, agreeing to urge the parties involved to avoid action that could complicate the situation, and to resolve any disputes via peaceful means and on the basis of international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC), with a view to completing a Code of Conduct (COC).
In a meeting with Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop, Deputy PM Minh hailed the extensive development of the Vietnam-Australia comprehensive partnership, and called for more high-level delegation exchanges and joint concrete approaches to make full use of the bilateral cooperation potential.
Echoing Minh’s opinion on fostering cooperation and delegation exchanges between the two countries, the Australian Minister highlighted the need for developing an effective mutual cooperation mechanism in a bid to make the Vietnam-Australia comprehensive partnership more practical for the two nations’ peoples.
She also affirmed Australia’s strong objection to unilateral action in the region, as well as the country’s support for addressing disputes in a peaceful manner and on the basi♛s of international law.-VNA
The ASEAN will continue to be the cornerstone of Malaysia’s foreign policy during its 2015 Chairmanship year, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman at a January 27 press conference on the ASEAN Foreign Minister’s Retreat (AMM Retreat).
The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) Retreat in Malaysia on January 28 is a success, contributing to determining the vision and future of the bloc during 2015 when Malaysia is the ASEAN Chair, said ASEAN chief Le Luong Minh.
Recent meetings between senior officials of ASEAN and partner countries have reaped good results with discussions focusing on preparations for the upcoming formation of the ASEAN Community.
Deputy PM, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh called on ASEAN to take a proactive approach and uphold its sense of responsibility in dealing with the East Sea issue while attending the 48th AMM.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers hope senior officials of countries would increase consultation to conclude a Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC) as soon as possible.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on August 4 on the margins of the 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 48) in Kuala Lumpur.
The 48th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and related meetings, the 16th ASEAN+3 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and the 5th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting opened in Malaysia on August 6
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For 50 years, Vietnam and New Zealand have worked together to uphold peace and prosperity for their peoples and the region. The friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding Vietnam and New Zealand nurtured have grown from a seed into a deeply rooted, strong, and thriving tree, she stressed.
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2020, Vietnam and New Zealand have witnessed steady growth in the relations. Beyond the remarkable 40% increase in bilateral trade over five years, political relations and multilateral interactions, particularly within the CPTPP framework, have remained highly positive.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh meets with Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop (Photo: VNA)
