The EU should strengthen its ties with Southeast Asia — a populous, youthful, and dynamically growing region with great development potential, PM Pham Minh Chinh stressed, affirming that Vietnam stands ready to serve as a bridge to help the EU deepen its relationship with the region.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) meets with President of the European Council Antonio Costa (Photo: VNA)
Nice (VNA) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a working session with President of the European Council Antonio൩ Costa, and a brief meeting with President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen on June 9 during his attendance at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France.
During the meetings, PM Chinh expressed his belief that under the leadership of Costa and Leyen, the European Union (EU) will overcome challenges and continue to thrive.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (C) meets with President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen. (Photo: VNA)
The leaders of the European Council and the EC affirmed the EU’s high regard for its relationship with Vietnam, and showed their desire to elevate it to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Regarding priorities for the Vietnam-EU relations in the coming time, Chinh suggested the two sides focus on upgrading the ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, advancing the ratification of the EU – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA). He called on the EC to consider lifting its "yellow card" warning imposed on Vietnamese seafood.
The EU should strengthen its ties with Southeast Asia — a populous, youthful, and dynamically growing region with great development potential, the Vietnamese leader stressed, affirming that Vietnam stands ready to serve as a bridge to help the EU deepen its relationship with the region.
The leaders of the European Council and the EC agreed to work together to advance the bilateral cooperation priorities outlined by the Vietnamese leader, noting that more EU member states will soon ratify the EVIPA in the time to come.
Amid growing global and regional uncertainties, the two sides agreed to strengthen coordination in promoting multilateral cooperation.
The EU leaders shared that the bloc gives priority to strengthening relations with ASEAN, including Vietnam. They affirmed the EU’s policy of enhancing cooperation with countries and regions to promote a multipolar world and avoid confrontation. To that end, the EU is organising a series of summits with countries and regions, including ASEAN.
Regarding regional and international issues, the EU leaders praised Vietnam’s constructive approach to peace and security. They commended Vietnam’s consistent stance on upholding fundamental principles of international law and the UN Charter, including the peaceful settlement of disputes, respect for independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of nations, as well as its support for ASEAN’s stance on the East Sea.
PM Chinh took the occasion to invite Costa and Leyen, and other EU leaders to visit Vietnam at a convenient time. The EU leaders said they will arrange visits to Vietnam in the near future./.
The Vietnamese and Chinese leaders pledged to promote the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership their countries in line with the six major orientations, maintain regular high-level exchanges, and strongly boost economic, trade, and investment cooperation.
Wishing that Luan and the Vietnamese community in France will grow stronger, contributing to promoting the image of the country and Vietnamese people to international friends and promoting the role as a bridge between the two countries, the PM asked the Vietnamese Embassy to continue to well protect citizens, especially paying attention to helping overseas Vietnamese when facing difficulties and uncertainties.
The trip is made at the invitation of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and President of Frannce Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister of Estonia Kristen Michal, and Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
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.
