PM meets with leaders of Russia-Vietnam Friendship Association
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc met with leaders of the Russia-Vietnam Friendship Association and the association of former Russian military experts who helped Vietnam during the wartime, in Moscow on May 23 as part of his ongoing official visit to Russia.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (centre) presents the Vietnamese State’s Friendship Order to Irina Vladimirova Samarina (R) from the Russian State University for the Humanities and Vladimir Mazyrin from the Russian Academy of Sciences in recognition of their significant contributions to the friendship between the two peoples. (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc met with leaders of the Russia-Vietnam Friendship Association and theassociation of former Russian military experts who helped Vietnam during thewartime, in Moscow on May 23 as part of his ongoing official visit to Russia.
The PM affirmed to his guests that Vietnamalways bears in mind the valuable assistance of Russian people in its cause ofnational defence and building.
He highlighted Vietnam’s socio-economicdevelopment accomplishments, especially the positive impacts of the EurasianEconomic Union (EAEU) agreement on the country’s economic growth.
Vietnam attaches importance to developingrelations with traditional friends, including Russia, he said, adding that thedevelopment of Vietnam’s ties with Russia is a long-term strategic directionwhich will not be affected by complicated developments in the world.
He hoped the Russia-Vietnam FriendshipAssociation and the association of former Russian military experts will hostmore events to develop the traditional friendship between the two peoples aswell as actively support the overseas Vietnamese community in Russia.
Chairman of the Russia-Vietnam Friendship AssociationVladimir Buianov and Chairman of the association of former Russian militaryexperts Nikolay Kolesnik pledged to make more active contributions to thedevelopment of Vietnam-Russia traditional friendship and comprehensivestrategic partnership.
The two associations will promote exchangeactivities between Vietnamese and Russian war veterans as well as culture, artexhibitions and people-to-people exchanges in celebration of the 70th foundinganniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties in 2020, they said.
On the occasion, PM Phuc presented theVietnamese State’s Friendship Order to Irina Vladimirova Samarina from theRussian State University for the Humanities and VladimirMazyrin from the Russian Academy of Sciences in recognition of theirsignificant contributions to the friendship between the two peoples.
Chairman of the Russia-Vietnam FriendshipAssociation Vladimir Buianov also presented a friendship insignia of theassociation to the Vietnamese Prime Minister.-VNA
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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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (centre) presents the Vietnamese State’s Friendship Order to Irina Vladimirova Samarina (R) from the Russian State University for the Humanities and Vladimir Mazyrin from the Russian Academy of Sciences in recognition of their significant contributions to the friendship between the two peoples. (Photo: VNA) 
