Party Central Committee discusses ways to improve contingent of intellectuals
Members of the Party Central Committee have made proposals to build a contingent of intellectuals that can meet the requirements of national development in the new period and in the context of globalisation, at the committee’s 8th plenum held from October 2-8.
Delegates attend the 13th Party Central Committee's 8th plenum. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Members of the Party Central Committee have madeproposals to build a contingent of intellectuals that can meet the requirementsof national development in the new period and in the context of globalisation, at the committee’s 8th plenum held from October 2-8.
Discussing the 15-year implementation of the 10th Party Central Committee’s Resolution No. 27-NQ/TW on building a contingent of intellectualsin the period of stepping up industrialisation and modernisation, they stressedthe importance of issuing a new resolution on this issue.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said that theintellectual force will be the pioneer in leading the major transformation ofthe economy as well as the application of scientific and technicalachievements.
Building a contingent of intellectuals must be implemented concertedlywith the revolution in transforming the economic model from resource-basedeconomy to knowledge economy, green economy, and circular economy, Ha stressed.
Some members of the Party Central Committee proposed promotingdecentralisation, self-reliance, and self-responsibility; defining the leading roleof the state in funding scientific research; and continuing to improve the trainingof leading scientists and experts, and increase incentives and allowances forthem.
They also stressed the need to build an integrated centrefor science, education and culture; increase investment in higher education;and carefully listen to recommendations from scientists and intellectuals.
Deputy Minister of Public Security Tran Quoc To said it is essentialto attach importance to building mechanisms to attract and encourage Vietnameseintellectuals abroad, especially outstanding talents in leading industries andfields, to return and devote to the homeland./.
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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.
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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).
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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.
Delegates attend the 13th Party Central Committee's 8th plenum. (Photo: VNA) 
