Japanese Communist Party's chief hails Vietnam’s concerted efforts against COVID-19
Chairman of the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) Kazuo Shii praised the concerted efforts of the Vietnamese Party, Government and people in coping with the COVID-19 pandemic during a meeting with Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam on August 17.
At the meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam (centre, left) and Chairman of the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) Kazuo Shii (centre, right) (Photo: VNA)
Tokyo (VNA) – Chairman of theJapanese Communist Party (JCP) Kazuo Shii praised the concerted efforts of the Vietnamese Party, Government and people in coping with the COVID-19 pandemic during a meeting with Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam on August 17.
Directly handing thank-you letters from Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc andPrime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to the JCP chief, Nam said Vietnam – Japan ties have continued growing strongly and comprehensively with a highlevel of mutual political trust.
The twocountries have worked together and actively supported each other in COVID-19prevention and control, he said, adding that the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) highlyvalued its cooperation and traditional friendship with the JCP.
The diplomattook this occasion to briefed Kazuo on the outcomes of the CPV’s 13th National Congress and Vietnam’s development targets toward the celebration ofthe 100th founding anniversaries of the CPV (1930-2030) and the nation (1945-2045).
He believed that in the coming time, the traditional ties between the two Parties will befortified and deepened, contributing to the enhancement of the Vietnam - Japan extensive strategicpartnership for the sake of their people and for peace, stability, cooperation,and development in the region and the world.
For his part, Shii thanked leaders of the Vietnamese Party, State, and Government for their attentionto boosting cooperative relations between the two Parties and countries.
He alsocommended Vietnam’s active participation in international efforts to promote non-proliferationof nuclear weapons.
The officialhoped the two Parties to soon resume the exchange of high-level visits andtheoretical discussions when the pandemic is put under control. /.
Politburo member and head of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Organisation Commission Pham Minh Chinh received Vice Chairman of the Presidium of the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) Ogata Yasuo during a reception in Hanoi on February 18.
A large number of parties, organisations, diplomatic delegations, and friends around the world have extended congratulatory messages to the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), expressing their solidarity, friendship, and cooperation with the Vietnamese Party, State and people.
Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Le Hoai Trung on April 26 chaired a teleconference to inform the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) on the outcomes of the 13th National Party Congress.
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.
At the meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam (centre, left) and Chairman of the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) Kazuo Shii (centre, right) (Photo: VNA) 
