Japan’s ODA contributes to Vietnam’s socio-economic growth: Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Miniser Pham Binh Minh on August 9 praised the role of Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) in Vietnam’s socio-economic development.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) and visiting State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Kazuyuki Nakane (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and ForeignMinister Pham Binh Minh on August 9 praised the role of Japan’s officialdevelopment assistance (ODA) in Vietnam’s socio-economic development.
At a reception for visiting State Minister for ForeignAffairs of Japan Kazuyuki Nakane in Hanoi, Minh also said he expects the sidesto continue their effective implementation of projects funded with the ODA.
He expressed his delight at the strong growth of the Vietnam– Japan extensive strategic partnership, particularly in exchanges ofhigh-ranking leaders.
Minh mentioned official trips of Japanese Emperor Akihitioand Empress Michiko to Vietnam and of Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang toJapan, saying these visits would bring the bilateral ties to a new stage ofdevelopment.
He recommended the sides continue to jointly organize visitsby high-ranking officials in 2018, which marks the 45th anniversary ofthe bilateral diplomatic relations. Minh also called for boosting economics-trade-investmentcooperation, realizing high-level agreements, and supporting each other atinternational and regional forums.
For his part, Minister Nakane stated Japan is supportive ofVietnam’s sustainable development and hopes to raise its relationship withVietnam toward practical outcomes.
He thanked Vietnam’s engagement in and contributions toASEAN’s cooperation mechanisms involving Japan and in the Mekong – Japancooperation.
The minister expected Vietnam to increase its role once itbecomes the coordinator of ASEAN - Japan ties for 2018 – 2021, as well ascooperate with Japan for the success of the Mekong – Japan Summit slated forOctober this year.
He emphasized that Japan supports the stance of Vietnamand ASEAN on the East Sea issue.-VNA
The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue close cooperation with its Vietnamese counterpart so as to enhance the two countries’ relations in an effective manner, said Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Kazuyuki Nakane.
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The seventh phase of the Vietnam-Japan Joint Initiative was launched in Hanoi on July 31, covering some matters left by the previous phase and new contents.
Enhancing Vietnam’s labour productivity is the priority of the Vietnam – Japan Joint Initiative that aims to improve Vietnam’s investment environment, a Japanese diplomat has said.
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The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) has served as a bridge connecting and uniting the community with the homeland, becoming a trusted source of support for Vietnamese expats in times of hardship.
The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses has achieved notable results, with nearly 263,000 housing units addressed to date, including 225,000 houses inaugurated and 38,000 under construction. Thirty-eight provinces and cities across the nation have already fulfilled their targets.
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.
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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.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) and visiting State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Kazuyuki Nakane (Photo: VNA) 
