Hanoi seeks stronger partnership with Denmark, New Zealand
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh on September 21 hosted separate receptions for Ambassador of Denmark Nicolai Prytz and Ambassador of New Zealand Tredene Cherie.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh (R) receives Ambassador of Denmark Nicolai Prytz (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanhon September 21 hosted separate receptions for Ambassador ofDenmark Nicolai Prytz and Ambassador of New Zealand Tredene Cherie.
Speaking to the Danish diplomat, Thanh said Hanoi will back the embassy in organising activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-Denmark diplomatic relations this year.
The city leader said Hanoi aims to become a green,civilised and modern city, expressing his hope for Denmark’s support in thework.
He affirmed that Hanoi always keeps it door open wide forinvestors and experts from Denmark, and said he hopes the two sides willcontinue to promote partnership in investment and business to tap theircooperation potential.
Ambassador Prytz said that in November, Danish Cown Prince Frederikwill make a visit to Vietnam, accompanied by representatives of a number ofbusinesses. Meanwhile, many cultural exchange activities will be held to markthe 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-Denmark diplomatic relations, hesaid.
He expressed his hope that in the future, the two sides willbeef up cooperation in areas of Denmark’s strengths such as culture, technologyand education.
Receiving Ambassador Tredene Cherie, Thanh expressed his delightat the growing relationship between Hanoi and New Zealand localities as well asbetween the two countries. Agricultural products from New Zealand are popularin the Hanoi market, he noted.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh (R) receives Ambassador of New Zealand Tredene Cherie (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn)
Holding that the bilateral partnership has yet to match theirpotential, Thanh said he hopes Ambassador Cherie will help promote ties betweenthe two countries as well as the two capitals to a new height.
Hanoi is always ready to welcome New Zealand businesses seeking partners and investment opportunities in the city, he stated.
For her part, Ambassador Cherie thanked Hanoi for supporting the New Zealand community in Vietnam.
Highlighting Vietnam’s potential in agriculture, she saidthat one of the focuses in the New Zealand-Vietnam cooperation in the futurewill be agriculture.
Meanwhile, New Zealand’s development aid will focus on supportingvulnerable communities, with a project to build green spaces for youngsters andchildren in Hoan Kiem district to help them overcome some health problems afterthe COVID-19 pandemic, she added./.
A delegation of major Danish companies will accompany Crown Prince Frederik in his upcoming visit to Vietnam to seek business and investment opportunities with Vietnamese agencies and partners, Deputy Director General of the Confederation of Danish Industry (DI) Thomas Bustrup has said.
Vietnam and Denmark have a lot of potential to expand and deepen their cooperation in the time ahead, especially in green growth, Danish State Secretary for Trade and Global Sustainability Lina Hansen has affirmed.
The parliament of New Zealand attaches great importance to Vietnam and will actively push ministries, sectors and localities to expand cooperate with the Southeast Asian nation, Speaker of New Zealand’s House of Representatives Adrian Rurawhe told visiting Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son in a meeting on September 14.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and his New Zealand counterpart Nanaia Mahuta co-chaired the first Vietnam – New Zealand Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Wellington on September 14.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh (R) receives Ambassador of Denmark Nicolai Prytz (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn) 
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh (R) receives Ambassador of New Zealand Tredene Cherie (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn) 
