The Vietnam-France Friendship Parliamentarians’ Group and the Vietnamese Sub-committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophone (APF) held a meeting in Hanoi on November 14 with ambassadors and representatives of the Francophonie organisations in Vietnam.
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam-France FriendshipParliamentarians’ Group and the Vietnamese Sub-committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophone(APF) held a meeting in Hanoi on November 14 with ambassadors andrepresentatives of the Francophonie organisations in Vietnam.
Addressing the event, National Assembly (NA) Permanent Vice ChairmanTran Thanh Man, who is also President of the Vietnam-France FriendshipParliamentarians’ Group, underlined that the Vietnamese NA has actively engagedin parliamentary diplomatic activities both bilaterally and multilaterally,including those with the parliaments of countries in the French-speakingcommunity.
He highlighted the effective operations of the APF's Vietnamese Sub-committee, adding that Vietnam will host the APF Asia-Pacific conferencefrom November 28-30 in Da Nang city.
Man affirmed that the International Organisation of LaFrancophonie (OIF) and French-speaking countries have played an important rolein Vietnam’s foreign policy.
Vietnam always supports the values and goals of theFrench-speaking community, including peace, democracy, diversity in culture andlanguage, solidarity, cooperation and development. This is also the goals thatthe State and people of Vietnam are trying to reach, he stated.
National Assembly (NA) Permanent Vice Chairman Tran Thanh Man speaks at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)
The legislator acknowledged the Vietnam FriendshipParliamentarians Organisation's contributions to the success of the country’s parliamentary diplomacyover the years.
The NA Vice Chairman lauded initiatives and efforts of the Vietnam-FranceFriendship Parliamentarians’ Group and the APF's Vietnamese Sub-committee as wellas contributions by ambassadors and heads of international organisationsthrough different activities.
He expressed his belief that the meeting withhelp promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the Vietnamese NA andpartners and open new collaboration opportunities among localities of Vietnamand countries.
Highlighting a number of activities of the APF's Vietnamese Sub-committee over the years, President of the Sub-committee Nguyen Thuy Anh expressedher hope that the ambassadors and heads of French-speaking organisations inVietnam and NA deputies will continue to work for stronger relations ofthe Vietnam-France Friendship Parliamentarians’ Group and the Vietnamese Sub-committeewith their peers in other French-speaking countries.
She stressed the need for the increase of experience sharingamong the countries in law-building and other areas of shared interest.
The APF is an inter-parliamentary organisation of the membercountries of the Francophonie, which currently consists of 90 membersub-committees. The National Assembly of Vietnam has been an observer since1974 and a full member of the APF since 1991./.
Vietnamese Deputy Ambassador to Belgium Le Vinh Thang on November 30 attended a workshop held in Brussels which highlighted the Francophone community and digital technology management in the post-COVID-19 period.
A Francophone delegation for trade and economic promotion is visiting Vietnam from March 21 – 30 to help French-speaking enterprises expand business overseas and promote sustainable post-pandemic recovery.
Vietnam strongly supports efforts by the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF) to promote economic cooperation and connect businesses in French-speaking countries, and as an active and responsible member of the OIF, Vietnam will keep actively joining these efforts.
A Francophone running tournament entitle “Elle Peut!” (She can!) took place at Hoan Kiem Lake in downtown Hanoi on May 21, attracting the participation of over 1,200 runners.
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.
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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.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
An overview of the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
National Assembly (NA) Permanent Vice Chairman Tran Thanh Man speaks at the meeting. (Photo: VNA) 
