Party officials visit Greece, Italy to strengthen ties
A Party delegation led by Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan paid working visits to Greece and Italy from October 16 to 21.
Chairman of Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan works with Vice President of Italian Parliament's Chamber of Deputies Marina Sereni (Source: VNA)
A Party delegation led by Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan paid working visits to Greece and Italy from October 16 to 21.
During its stay in Greece, the delegation had working sessions with the Communist Party’s General Secretary, the President of the Parliament Standing Committees on National Defense and Foreign Affairs, and leaders from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Coalition of the Radical Left (Syriza).
Meanwhile, in Italy, the delegation worked with the National Secretary of the Communist Party, and the Communist Refoundation Party (PRC)’s General Secretary and others.
During these meetings, Quan thanked Greek and Italian people for their support in Vietnam’s past struggles for national liberation and its Doi moi (renewal) process, highlighting achievements in war aftermath settlement, poverty reduction, political security maintenance, and socio-economic development.
The two sides exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern, discussing measures to promote the effective implementation of signed agreements, fully tap co-operation potential, and intensify co-ordination within multilateral frameworks like the EU and ASEAN.
Both Greek and Italian officials affirmed their willingness to foster ties with Vietnam and its Communist Party, while approving the Vietnamese delegation’s proposals to improve bilateral relations.
They also expressed concern about the situation in Asia, sharing Vietnam’s stance about addressing disputes peacefully with respect to international law.-VNA
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Italian President Sergio Mattarella suggested a stronger effort from both Vietnamese and Italian Governments in order to lift bilateral relations to a new level.
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.
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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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Chairman of Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan works with Vice President of Italian Parliament's Chamber of Deputies Marina Sereni (Source: VNA)
