National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue arrived in Helsinki on September 9 evening, beginning his official visit to Finland at an invitation of his Finnish counterpart Anu Vehvilainen.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue arrives in Helsinki, beginning his official visit to Finland (Photo: VNA)
Helsinki (VNA) – National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Huearrived in Helsinki on September 9 evening, beginning his official visit toFinland at an invitation of his Finnish counterpart Anu Vehvilainen.
This visit is aimed at implementing the foreign policy set by the 13th National Party Congress, contributing to further promoting thetraditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between the two countries.
From September 10-11, Hue is expected to discuss withFinnish leaders on bilateral cooperation and strategic cooperation fields, directions to strengthen legislative collaboration as well as international andregional issues of mutual concern. The two sides will also talk how tocontrol the COVID-19 pandemic, including cooperation in the supply of vaccines,drugs and medical supplies.
Within the framework of the visit, there will be manyinvestment promotion and business connectivity activities between the twocountries.
Since Vietnam and Finland established diplomatic relations onJanuary 25, 1973, the bilateral traditional friendship and multifacetedcooperation have been maintained and developed well.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Finland Dang Thi Hai Tam (Photo: VNA)
Economy, trade and investment are the top priority areasof Finland in its relations with Vietnam. Finland now ranks 70th out of 140countries and territories investing in Vietnam. It has providednon-refundable aid for the Southeast Asian country with a total amount of about340 million USD since 1973. In recent years, as Vietnam became a middle-incomecountry, Finland does not provide more non-refundable aid to Vietnam inparticular and to other countries around the world in general, but only continues providing aid to complete all ongoing programmes.
According to Vietnamese Ambassador to Finland Dang Thi HaiTam, Finland considers Vietnam an important partner in Southeast Asia. She proposedthe two sides bring into full play the complementarity of the two economies fora new stage in economic development.
The Vietnamese community in Finland is very honoured andproud to welcome the top legislator to Finland, Tam said, adding that the visitis a source of encouragement for and reflects the attention the Party and State pay to theVietnamese community in Finland.
Currently, Finnish businesses and organisations have manyinitiatives and solutions that can help Vietnam develop further and Vietnam isalso an attractive market for Finnish businesses, she added./.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese NA left Hanoi on September 5 morning for the fifth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP5) in Austria.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s working visit to Austria to attend the fifth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP5) will contribute to comprehensively promoting bilateral relations between the two nations, a Vietnamese diplomat has said.
Italian and European media have highlighted the significance of Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s ongoing visit to strengthening Vietnam – European Union ties and promoting multilateral cooperation mechanisms in the region and the world.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue will pay an official visit to Finland from September 10-11 at the invitation of Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Anu Vehvilainen.
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New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
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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.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
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Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For 50 years, Vietnam and New Zealand have worked together to uphold peace and prosperity for their peoples and the region. The friendship, cooperation, and mutual understanding Vietnam and New Zealand nurtured have grown from a seed into a deeply rooted, strong, and thriving tree, she stressed.
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.
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue arrives in Helsinki, beginning his official visit to Finland (Photo: VNA) 
Vietnamese Ambassador to Finland Dang Thi Hai Tam (Photo: VNA) 
