Party leader welcomes visiting Japanese PM Kishida Fumio
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong voiced his delight at the flourishing Vietnam - Japan relations while receiving Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio in Hanoi on May 1.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) receives Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio in Hanoi on May 1. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trongvoiced his delight at the flourishing Vietnam - Japan relations while receivingJapanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio in Hanoi on May 1.
Welcoming the PM and the high-level Government delegation ofJapan, the host Party leader congratulated Kishida on his election as President ofthe Liberal Democratic Party of Japan.
He highly valued the good results of the Japanese PM’s officialvisit, especially Kishida’s talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Pham MinhChinh and meetings with President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National AssemblyChairman Vuong Dinh Hue, during which the two sides reached many commonperceptions, agreements, and important measures for bilateral cooperation.
GeneralSecretary Trong expressed his delight at the fast and comprehensive developmentof the two countries’ relations as seen in frequent mutual visits by theirleaders, the intensive and effective economic ties, and the nearly 450,000 Vietnamesepeople in Japan.
Heemphasised the enormous cooperation potential in various areas, asking bothsides to continue boosting high-level exchanges and meetings as well asrelations between their sectors and localities, while coordinating with each otherat international forums for the sake of the two countries’ interests, and forpeace, friendship, and cooperation in the region and the world at large.
TheParty leader applauded the countries’ plan on activities marking the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2023 so as to create more durablestepping stones for their result-oriented, effective, and practical relationsin the time to come.
Healso highlighted Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance,peace, friendship, cooperation and development; multilateralisation anddiversification of foreign relations; and of being a friend, atrustworthy partner, and a responsible member of the international community.
For his part, PM Kishida noted the significant resultsobtained during his talks with his counterpart Pham Minh Chinh and meetingswith other leaders of Vietnam.
Heproposed his host support the activities celebrating the 50 years of the Japan -Vietnam diplomatic ties, affirming that he will do his utmost to promotebilateral relations to a new level.
At the meeting, the twoleaders also exchanged views on some regional and international issues ofcommon concern./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted an official welcoming ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on May 1 for Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and a high-level delegation of the Japanese Government who are here for an official visit from April 30-May 1.
Cooperation possibilities for Japan and Vietnam are limitless, said Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio at a seminar on the two countries’ cooperation in technology renovation, digital transformation and supply chain diversification on May 1.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Japanese counterpart Kishida Fumio discussed in depth the Vietnam-Japan bilateral relations and international and regional issues of mutual concern at their talks in Hanoi on May 1.
Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Kishida Fumio held a joint press conference and witnessed the exchange of Vietnam - Japan cooperation documents following their talks in Hanoi on May 1.
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio always attaches importance to the Japan-Vietnam relations, Foreign Press Secretary Ono Hikariko said while chairing a virtual press conference on May 1 announcing the initial results of the Japanese PM’s on-going official visit to Vietnam.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
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).
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.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) receives Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio in Hanoi on May 1. (Photo: VNA) 
