Leipzig of Germany establishes partnership with HCM City
The council of Leigzig city in Germany’s Sachsen state on July 21 approved the establishment of a partnership with Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City, lifting their bilateral friendship to a new level.
Nguyen Thanh Phong, Chairman of the HCM City People's Committee, speaks at the meeting of the council of Leigzig city in Germany’s Sachsen state. (Photo: VNA)
Berlin (VNA) – The council of Leigzigcity in Germany’s Sachsen state on July 21 approved the establishment of apartnership with Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City, lifting their bilateral friendshipto a new level.
At the council’s meeting, Leipzigmayor Burkhard Jung reviewed the cooperation between the two cities sincethe two sides signed an MoU on establishing friendly ties in 2015.
At the end of 2018, Leipzigopened a representative office in Vietnam. It is so far the only German citywith a rep. office in Vietnam.
The German city has worked with Vietnam and HCMCity in particularly in many cooperative projects in a wide range of areas,from economics, culture, health care, education-training to energy, theenvironment and rare animal conservation, the mayor said.
He wenton to say that the two sides have supported each other in the COVID-19 crisis through practical actions.
Addressing the council’s meeting, VietnameseAmbassador to Germany Nguyen Minh Vu said Leipzig’s decision to set up apartnership with HCM City marks a new step forward not only in the relationshipbetween the two cities but also in the friendly ties between Vietnam andGermany, especially during a year when the two countries celebrate the 10th year of their strategic partnership.
Recalling the traditional ties between Leipzigand Vietnam, the ambassador thanked the city authorities for creatingfavourable conditions for the Vietnamese community in the city to integrateinto the host society and contribute to the ties between the two countries.
Earlier the same time, Ambassador Vu andDefence Attache Nguyen Tuan Minh had a working session with the UniversityHospital Leipzig on the cooperation between the German hospital and Vietnam’sMilitary Hospital 175.
As part of his working trip, the ambassadoralso called at the Leipzig zoo to discuss the joint work between the zoo andVietnamese partners, including the Endangered Primate Rescue Centre in CucPhuong National Park and a project to preserve primates in Cat Ba island./.
Germany’s Großmann Ingenieur Consult GmbH (GICON®) and the Vietnam Petroleum Institute (VPI) have identified cooperation sectors and forms, covering technologies, under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on March 29.
A special online concert featuring Vietnamese electronic music artist Nhung Nguyen and Cedrik Fermont from Germany will be livestreamed from 7pm on July 5.
Hessen state and the Messer Group GmbH of Germany on July 15 presented 160,000 rapid COVID-19 test kits worth 500,000 EUR (590,300 USD) to help Vietnam in the fight against the pandemic.
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.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
Nguyen Thanh Phong, Chairman of the HCM City People's Committee, speaks at the meeting of the council of Leigzig city in Germany’s Sachsen state. (Photo: VNA) 
