Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has expressed his delight at the signing of cooperation documents between Vietnam and Italy during the State visit to Vietnam by Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
Italian President Sergio Mattarella (left) and Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has expressed his delight at the signing of several cooperation documents between Vietnam and Italy during the State visit to Vietnam by Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
Meeting Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Hanoi on November 6, the PM welcomed the first visit to Vietnam by an Italian President and stated that Vietnam highly values Italy’s role in the region and the world.
He expressed wish to strengthen bilateral links across economics, trade, investment, science-technology, education-training, culture, tourism, national defence-security towards a two-way trade of 5 billion USD by 2016 as set by the PMs of the two countries.
Welcoming Mattarella’s presence at the Vietnam – Italy business forum and a food fair to be held in Ho Chi Minh City, the host said Vietnam hopes for Italian investment in oil and gas, energy, infrastructure, garment, footwear, wood processing and food industry.
On the occasion, he also urged the President and Prime Minister of Italy to push for the Italian parliament’s approval of the EU-Vietnam Framework Agreement on Comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation (PCA), and support the early signing of the Vietnam – European Union free trade agreement and recognition of Vietnam as a market economy.
Mattarella emphasised that Italy considers Vietnam a partner of top significance in the region.
He expressed his confidence in the prospects of bilateral economic, trade and investment ties, given the great potential of both countries.
He also confirmed Italian parliament’s support to the PCA adoption and prompt recognition of Vietnam as a market economy.
The Italian President hailed Vietnam’s stall at the EXPO 2015 in Milan, saying that it was among the most beautiful and most visited stalls at the event.
On the East Sea issue, Mattarella said Italy pays attention to the stability, security, safety, maritime and aviation freedom in the East Sea as well as in all parts of the world.
The guest shared the view that any dispute in the East Sea must be settled by peaceful means in line with international law, adding that the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea are the foundation to address the issue.
The President hoped that parties concerned would not take unilateral action to exacerbate tension and instability in the East Sea. He also spoke highly of Vietnam’s stance and action to maintain peace and stability in the region.-VNA
The Prime Minister has approved the content of a draft cooperation agreement on mutual administrative assistance in customs between the Governments of Vietnam and Italy.
President Truong Tan Sang and his Italian counterpart Sergio Mattarella agreed on a number of measures enhancing the countries’ co-operation during talks in Hanoi on November 6.
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.
Italian President Sergio Mattarella (left) and Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung (Source: VNA)
