Media briefed on protection of VN suspect in DPRK citizen’s death
Ministry briefs media on protection of VN suspect in DPRK citizen’s death
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang informed the media about the protection of Doan Thi Huong, a suspect in the death of a Democratic People’s Republic of Korean (DPRK) national in Malaysia, at a regular press conference on October 12.
Suspect Doan Thi Huong (in blue shirt) is brought to a court in Sepang, Malaysia, on May 30 (Photo: AFP/VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign Ministry Spokesperson LeThi Thu Hang informed the media about the protection of Doan Thi Huong, asuspect in the death of a Democratic People’s Republic of Korean (DPRK)national in Malaysia, at a regular press conference on October 12.
The spokeswoman said the trial on Huong hasn’tfinished yet.
“The Foreign Ministry has been coordinatingclosely with domestic authorised agencies, the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysiaand Malaysian lawyers to consolidate arguments and evidence to defend Doan ThiHuong,” she added.
The DPRK citizen, Kim Chol as named in hispassport, died at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on February 13.
Huong is one of the two suspects in the case.The other is an Indonesian woman, Siti Aisyah.
According to the Malaysian law, they would facethe death penalty if found guilty.-VNA
The Sepang district court in Malaysia’s Selangor State held the third hearing on May 30 on the case of the murder of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) citizen Kim Chol.
The two suspects, one of whom is a Vietnamese national, in the case of the murder of DPRK citizen Kim Chol will appear before the Shah Alam high court in Selangor state on July 28.
Representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia and Malaysian lawyers defending Doan Thi Huong, a Vietnamese suspect in the murder of DPRK citizen Kim Chol, were present at the High Court of Shah Alam City on July 28 to protect her legitimate rights and interests.
Doan Thi Huong from Vietnam, one of the two women suspects in the murder of Kim Chol, a man believed to be the half-brother of the DPRK leader Kim Jong-un, pleaded not guilty when brought to the High Court of Malaysia on October 2.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
Suspect Doan Thi Huong (in blue shirt) is brought to a court in Sepang, Malaysia, on May 30 (Photo: AFP/VNA) 
