PM attends 75th national public security conference
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc requested resolutely fighting manifestations of lack of responsibility and emotionless response to legitimate requirements of citizens during the 75th national public security conference in Hanoi on December 24.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (fourth from left) at the event (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phucrequested resolutely fighting manifestations of lack of responsibility andemotionless response to legitimate requirements of citizens during the 75thnational public security conference in Hanoi on December 24.
As a number of important events will take place in thecountry next year, he asked public security force to identify challenges, fixshortcomings, take drastic and effective actions to meet demand in the newsituation.
They were required to firmly maintain national security,ensure social safety and order in every circumstance, absolutely protectsecurity and safety of party congresses at all levels towards the 13th NationalParty Congress, the ASEAN Summit, political, cultural and diplomatic events ofthe country.
He noted that they must improve the efficiency of Statemanagement on security and order, contributing to building a law-governed Stateof the people, by the people, and for the people.
It is a must to build a strong and transparent publicsecurity force, thus deserving the trust of the people, he said.
Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Public SecuritySen. Lieut. Gen. Bui Van Nam said the force launched a number of crackdowns on crimes,investigated and dealt with over 40,700 criminal violation cases, and smashedmore than 2,200 gangs this year.
He added that the police handled over 14,300 economicmanagement violation cases, 298 corruption and over 1,700 smuggling cases,arrested more than 35,100 drug traffickers, confiscated nearly 1,500kg ofheroin, over 5,500kg of meth and nearly 1 million meth pills.
As many as nine officers were killed, 304 others wereinjured and hundreds of others were exposed to HIV virus while working onmission. With such dedication, thousands of officers and soldiers were awardedwith noble distinctions by the Party and State, he said./.
President Truong Tan Sang has requested public security forces to mobilise all its strength to safeguard national independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The public security sector must carry forward its core role in maintaining national security and social order and safety in any situation, said Party General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (fourth from left) at the event (Photo: VNA) 
