A delegation from the Vietnam border guard force of the northern province of Dien Bien led by Colonel Phan Van Hoa, Commander of the provincial Border Guard High Command, held talks with a visiting Lao delegation from Luang Phrabang province led by Major General Tuxong Patchay, Director of the provincial Public Security Department on November 16.
Vietnamese, Lao official exchange the minutes of the meeting (Photo: VNA)
Dien Bien (VNA) – A delegation from the Vietnamborder guard force of the northern province of Dien Bien led by Colonel PhanVan Hoa, Commander of the provincial Border Guard High Command, held talks with avisiting Lao delegation from Luang Phrabang province led by Major General TuxongPatchay, Director of the provincial Public Security Department on November 16.
On the foundation of their signed memorandum ofunderstanding, the two sides agreed to continue to foster their coordinationand implement regulations stated in the legal documents regarding land borderand border gates that were signed by Vietnam and Laos.
They will work closely together in ensuing security, socialorder and safety in border areas, while managing and controlling the crossingof people, vehicles and goods through border gates, while creating favourableconditions for the travelling activities of people and goods between the twocountries. They will coordinate in detecting and arresting criminals in theborder, they pledged.
The two sides agreed to focus on coordination in raising awareness among people in border areas about hostile forces' plots and operation methods of takingadvantage of ethnic and religious issues so that they can enhance vigilance and avoid being enticed or involvedin criminal activities.
They concurred to strengthen exchange and twinningactivities among local units, and advise local authorities to establishtwinning relations among villages and communes along the shared border.
The two sides noted that the political security, socialorder and safety in the northwestern mountainous region of Vietnam and thenorthern region of Laos in general, and Dien Bien and Luang Phrabang provincesin particular have been ensured. However, there are still many risks in theregion due to complicated activities of many kinds of crimes, especially theillegal transporting and trafficking of drug, weapons and explosives, as wellas illegal migration and entry-exit activities, affecting security andorder in the border areas.
Since the beginning of this year, the two sides have handedover to each other 25 citizens committing violations of border and residence regulations,while regularly exchanging information.
They have processed entry-exit procedures for 7,00 peopleand 646 vehicles.
They have supported each other in ensuring security formajor events in each country, while joining hands in supporting needy Laostudents and providing health care for Lao people./.
Vice President and Secretary General of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Nguyen Thi Thu Ha received a delegation of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) Central Committee led by its Vice President Inlavanh Keobounphanh in Hanoi on November 14.
Permanent Vice Chairman of the Mass Mobilisation Commission of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Pham Tat Thang held talks with Vice President of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) Central Committee Inlavanh Keobounphanh in Hanoi on November 14.
A delegation of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party led by Governor of the Central Bank of Laos Bounleua Sinxayvoravong paid a working visit to the south central province of Binh Thuan on November 15.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Vietnamese, Lao official exchange the minutes of the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
