Party General Secretary Nguyen PhuTrong welcomes Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Party General Secretary Nguyen PhuTrong held a reception inHanoi on February 7 for Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith, who reiteratedLaos’ determination to work with Vietnam to develop socio-economic cooperationbetween the two countries on par with their sound political relations.
TheLao PM affirmed that the Lao Government will work closely with Vietnam indirecting ministries, sectors and localities to implement agreements reached bythe two countries’ senior Party and State leaders as well as those to be signedduring the 39th Meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Inter-Governmental Committeethat he will co-chair in Hanoi.
Thongloun Sisoulithconveyed New Year wishes of Lao Party General Secretary and PresidentBounhang Volachith to the Vietnamese Party chief, while congratulating Vietnam onthe achievements it has gained so far.
Healso thanked Vietnam’s support for Laos over the past years.
Forhis part, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong lauded effective cooperationbetween the two Governments in the recent time.
Hesuggested that during the 39th Meeting of the Vietnam-LaosInter-Governmental Committee, the two sides will focus on seeking activecoordination measures to effectively realisethe Vietnam-Laos Joint Statements,bilateral agreements and cooperationprogrammes and plans.
Thetwo sides should review and complete collaboration policies and mechanisms,while rolling out concrete measures to ensure quality and progress ofVietnamese projects in Laos, and boost sustainable growth of economic ties, henoted.
TheParty chief also suggested that Vietnam and Laos strengthen connectivity ineconomy, transport infrastructure and energy as well as create positive andpractical changes in education and training cooperation quality.
Bothhost and guest expressed their delight at the developing special solidarity andcomprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos, contributing to thenational construction and defence of each country.
Theyalso pledged to work together to maintain and promote the ties and educateyounger generations on these special relations.-VNA
Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith will lead a Government delegation to the 39th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee in Hanoi on Feburary 8.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and the Cambodian People’s Party have cabled messages of congratulations to the Communist Party of Vietnam over its 87th founding anniversary (February 3).
Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith and a government delegation arrive in Vietnam on February 7 to attend the 39th meeting of the Vietnam – Laos Intergovernmental Committee at the invitation of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
The meeting of the Vietnam–Laos Intergovernmental Committee on February 8 will reaffirm the two countries’ foreign policy priorities in developing bilateral friendship and comprehensive cooperation.
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2020, Vietnam and New Zealand have witnessed steady growth in the relations. Beyond the remarkable 40% increase in bilateral trade over five years, political relations and multilateral interactions, particularly within the CPTPP framework, have remained highly positive.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
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The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
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The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Party General Secretary Nguyen PhuTrong welcomes Lao Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith (Photo: VNA) 
