Measures sought to better support Vietnamese in Russia
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh had a working session in Moscow on March 20 with First Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma Ivan Melnikov to discuss issues related to the overseas Vietnamese community.
At the working session between Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh (third from right) and First Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma Ivan Melnikov (Source: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh had aworking session in Moscow on March 20 with First Deputy Chairman of the RussianState Duma Ivan Melnikov to discuss issues related to the overseas Vietnamesecommunity.
This was the first time Vietnamesecitizen-related affairs had been put on table for discussion between anambassador and a leader of Russia’s legislative body.
Along with Ambassador Manh, theVietnamese delegation included leading officials of the Overseas VietnameseAssociation in Russia, its chapter in Krasnodar province, the VietnameseBusiness Association in Russia and the Hanoi-Moscow Trade Centre.
At the meeting, Manh thanked Russia’sauthorities for supporting the overseas Vietnamese community.
However, many people still facedifficulties during the integration process, particularly in soft skills, lackof knowledge about migration and settlement procedures and impact of the hostcountry’s socio-economic situation.
The diplomat divided the difficultiesinto six groups of migration, learning, tourism, production and business,labour and residence, and detailed them in writing to leaders of the StateDuma, ministries and sectors involved to seek solutions to these difficulties.
Melnikov appreciated the Vietnameseside’s proposals, saying he will direct the State Duma’s relevant committees towork with Russia’s offices and the Vietnamese embassy to seek solutions.
There are currently about 50,000Vietnamese people living and working in Russia.-VNA
Vietnamese cuisine is being served at the 26th Moscow International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (MITT), which is currently underway in the capital city of Russia.
Russian experts have described Vietnam as the most vibrant destination in Southeast Asia for tourists from the European country over the past two years.
The Vietnamese Cultural Week in the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, also known as RUDN University, concluded on March 15 with a colourful music festival.
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 working session between Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh (third from right) and First Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma Ivan Melnikov (Source: VNA) 
