Party leader attends concert marking 70 years of Vietnam – Indonesia diplomatic ties
The concert was a special event within the framework of Party General Secretary To Lam's state visit to Indonesia and official visit to the ASEAN Secretariat.
Party General Secretary To Lam (front, fifth from right), Speaker of the House of Regional Representatives of Indonesia Sultan Bachtiar Najamudin (front, seventh from right) and artists at the concert. (Photo: VNA)
Jakarta (VNA) – 🧜General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and his spouse, Ngo Phuong Ly, attended a concert held in Jakarta on March 9 evening to celebrate the 70th founding anniversary of the Vietnam – Indonesia diplomatic ties, part of his state visit to Indonesia and official visit to the ASEAN Secretariat there.
The event also saw the presence of Speaker of the House of Regional Representatives of Indonesia Sultan Bachtiar Najamudin and his spouse, Rose Rudy.
In his opening remarks, Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son affirmed that this was a special event within the framework of the Vietnamese Party leader’s trip to Indonesia. He revealed that during this important visit, leaders of the two countries will discuss ways to deepen and further elevate the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation.
He expressed his delight at the thriving bilateral relations, stressing that political ties serve as a solid foundation for expanding all-round cooperation between the two countries.
Since the Strategic Partnership was established in 2013, bilateral relations have been expanded continuously, from politics, diplomacy, defence - security to economy, tourism, culture, and people-to-people exchanges, Son noted.
He showed his belief that after 70 years of development, with similar histories and many significant achievements, the friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Indonesia will continue to flourish, meeting their peoples' aspirations and contributing to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
The two sides will work together to lift the Vietnam – Indonesia Strategic Partnership to a higher level as agreed on by their leaders, the official stated.
The Party chief's state visit to Indonesia marks a milestone, opening up a new chapter of cooperation that is more comprehensive, substantial, and aligned with the interests of the two countries’ peoples, he went on.
The concert celebrates the 70th founding anniversary of the Vietnam – Indonesia diplomatic ties. (Photo: VNA)
Meanwhile, Indonesian Minister of Culture Fadli Zon stressed that the relationship between the two countries was firmly established by President Ho Chi Minh and President Sukarno, and has been cultivated by successive generations of leaders and citizens, becoming a precious and enduring asset of both nations. Since the diplomatic relations were set up in 1955, Vietnam and Indonesia have stood side by side, nurturing a relationship built on mutual respect, shared values, and commitment to cooperation through both bilateral and multilateral frameworks of ASEAN.
He affirmed that the concert symbolises the beauty of cultures and music of both countries, with artists creating a symphony of hope, resilience, and unity. It also reflected the shared aspirations of the two peoples for the future while inspiring the younger generations to uphold the spirit of cooperation and friendship that has defined Vietnam–Indonesia relations over the past seven decades.
Affirming that both countries have made significant contributions to ASEAN for regional stability, economic development, and prosperity, he expressed his confidence that the younger generations will inherit and continue to nurture the bilateral ties.
The Hanoi Philharmonic Orchestra under the Vietnam National Academy of Music brought to the event performances by leading artists, introducing to Indonesian friends classical works from around the world, blending and interweaving with sounds characterised by traditional Vietnamese musical instruments, along with folk melodies and familiar songs from both countries./.
Strengthening tourism cooperation helps to not only promote the two countries’ images but also create favourble conditions for tourism businesses to develop, and bolster cultural and people-to-people exchanges, said an official of the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism
Vietnam is committed to creating the best possible conditions for foreign businesses, including Indonesian enterprises, to invest and operate stably and sustainably in the country, said Party General Secretary To Lam.
Party General Secretary To Lam commended the Vietnamese community in Indonesia who, though smaller than in some other countries, have worked diligently, achieved business success, and made positive contributions to their host society.
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.
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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.
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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.
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