PM calls for continued spirit of solidarity to fulfill double targets
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasised the need to maintain solidarity to complete tasks in the time ahead while chairing the Government’s regular meeting in Hanoi on November 6.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham MinhChinh emphasised the need to maintain solidarity to complete tasks in the timeahead while chairing the Government’s regular meeting in Hanoi on November 6.
The PM reiterated the targets of safely andflexibly adapting to and effectively controlling the COVID-19 pandemic;spurring economic recovery; ensuring social welfare, as well as social securityand order; actively and proactively integrating into the world, and optimisingthe signed free trade agreements (FTAs).
He also urged stimulating domestic consumption andtaking measures to curb inflation.
The PM pointed out challenges and risks facing thecountry like complex developments of the pandemic, fiscal risks, public debts,inflation pressure and slow economic restructuring.
He said it was a must to speed up vaccinations,especially in key areas like southwestern provinces and cities, striving to complete the inoculation of the remaining vaccines this month.
PM Chinh also stressed the need to take drastic solutionsto accelerate public investment given an array of limitations in this regard.
The Ministry of Planning and Investment reported atthe meeting that the number of businesses resuming operations in Octoberincreased 29.8 percent against the previous month, and about more than 75percent of labourers have returned to major cities and industrial parks sincemid-October.
The country’s export value last month was up 6.4percent, with a trade surplus recorded in the month after a period of tradedeficit.
An overview of the meeting. (Photo: VNA)
According to Minister of Health Nguyen Thanh Long,among 195 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines under signed contracts and agreements,124 million doses have arrived in Vietnam. Up to 109 million doses have beenallocated to localities, of which 88 million doses have been inoculated.
In the southern region, which has been hit hard by thepandemic, 95.7 percent of the population above 18 years old have been vaccinatedagainst the coronavirus, the minister said.
Regarding the vaccination for children aged from 12 to17 years old, he said the inoculation have been taking place safely, with nocases of serious reactions./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 5 received leaders of some major business and groups of France and Europe, including MSC and Airbus, during his official visit to France.
Vietnam’s strong commitments at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26), held in Glasgow, Scotland (the UK), have been well received by the international community.
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 Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting. (Photo: VNA) 
An overview of the meeting. (Photo: VNA) 
