National Assembly (NA) Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan met with Mayor of Toulouse city Jean-Luc Moudenc on April 2 (local time) on the occasion of her official visit to France.
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) meets with Mayor of Toulouse city Jean-Luc Moudenc (Photo: VNA)
Toulouse (VNA) – National Assembly (NA)Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan met with Mayor of Toulouse city Jean-Luc Moudencon April 2 (local time) on the occasion of her official visit to France.
The Vietnamese legislative leader congratulatedthe city on the successful organisation of the 11th conference on cooperationbetween Vietnamese and French localities.
The NA Chairwoman said Vietnam and Franceestablished strategic partnership in 2013 and marked the 45th foundinganniversary of diplomatic ties in 2018.
The number of students and tourists exchanged betweenthe two countries is increasing, while Vietnamese national and private airlineshave signed aircraft contracts with French partners, which are good signalsillustrating the sound relations between the two countries, Ngan said.
Mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc highlighted thecooperative ties between Toulouse and Hanoi, particularly those in the field ofcultural heritage preservation since 1996 which have produced good outcomes.
The two sides have been expanding collaborationin culture, tertiary education, and health care, he said, adding that theVietnamese community in Toulouse has made significant contribution to the soundcooperation between the two cities.
The mayor described Vietnamese people inToulouse as a dynamic community and they are integrating well in the hostsociety.
The French city has maintained regular exchangesand meetings with the local Vietnamese community, especially on the occasion oftraditional Lunar New Year (Tet), the most important holiday of Vietnamesepeople, he added.
Chairwoman Ngan said the conference oncooperation between Vietnamese and French localities was a success, with anumber of memoranda of understanding on cooperation signed at the closingceremony.
The Vietnamese top legislator shared that Frenchleaders highly appreciated the decentralised cooperation mechanism betweenVietnamese and French localities and hoped the two sides will continue promotingit.
She hoped the Toulouse Mayor will attend the12th conference in Hanoi.-VNA
The National Assembly (NA) and Government of Vietnam pledged to continue perfecting the legal system in order to create favourable conditions for foreign enterprises, including those from France, to operate in the Southeast Asian country, said the top lawmaker.
Chairwoman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan hosted a reception in Paris on April 1 for National Secretary of the French Communist Party (PCF) Fabien Roussel.
The sound political relations between Vietnam and France will pave the way for the bilateral cooperation in other fields, leaders of Vietnamese and French parliaments agreed at their talks in Paris.
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan chaired the closing ceremony of the 11th conference on cooperation between Vietnamese and French localities in Toulouse city, France on April 2.
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.
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.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) meets with Mayor of Toulouse city Jean-Luc Moudenc (Photo: VNA) 
