PM: Vietnam sees South Africa as leading partner in Africa
Vietnam regards South Africa as one of the leading partners in Africa, PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc said at a reception for the visiting South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana Mashabane(Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam regards South Africa as one of the leadingpartners in Africa, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said at a reception forvisiting South African Minister of International Relations and CooperationMaite Nkoana Mashabane in Hanoi on September 6.
He stated the Vietnamese Government and people always attach importance to thetraditional friendship and partnership for cooperation and development withSouth Africa.
Highlighting the developing bilateral economic and trade relations, he saidthat the two countries see great potential to further boost these ties.
PM Phuc suggested Vietnam and South Africa increase all-level visits by Party,State and National Assembly delegations as well as people-to-people exchange.
The two sides need to continue mutual support at international forums as wellas promote the signing of cooperation agreements in order to create a favourablelegal framework for bilateral relations, he said.
They should make every effort to bring two-way trade to 2 billion USD per yearin the coming time by facilitating trade of products of their strength, hesaid, adding that he encourages South African businesses to increase investmentin Vietnam.
He also thanked the African country for supporting Vietnam’s bid to become anon-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2020-2021.
Vietnam is willing to share experience in economic development with SouthAfrican, he noted.
For his part, the South African minister said her visit aims to learn fromVietnam’s economic development experience.
She expressed her wish that the bilateral ties willfurther develop through the enhanced cooperation in economy, infrastructuredevelopment and education.-VNA
A Vietnamese business delegation held trade promotion events at the 24th South African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX), aiming to seek stronger partnership with local firms.
The Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa on August 30 held a grand ceremony to mark the 72nd anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution Day (August 19) and National Day (September 2).
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.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana Mashabane(Source: VNA)
