Preparations for Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia front conference discussed
A meeting was held in Hanoi on May 26 to discuss preparations for the upcoming third Front Presidium Conference of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, which was slated for June 25 in Hanoi.
Hanoi (VNA) – A meeting was heldin Hanoi on May 26 to discuss preparations for the upcoming third Front Presidium Conference of Vietnam, Laos andCambodia, which was slated for June 25 in Hanoi.
Themeeting was jointly chaired by Vice President and Secretary General of theVietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Tran Thanh Man, ActingSecretary General of the Solidarity Front forthe Development of Cambodian Motherland (SFDCM) National Council Nhem Valy, and VicePresident of the LaoFront for National Construction (LFNC) Central Committee Khanmchan PhomSengsavanh
Man stressed that Vietnam always attaches importance to enhancingcooperative ties with the SFDCM and the LFNC, which werestrengthened constantly in recent years.
He highlighted the significance of the ongoingvisits made by the Cambodian and Lao front officials to Vietnam, affirming thatthose showed the high determination of the three countries’ front leaders to continuereinforcing and developing the traditional friendship, special solidarity andcomprehensive cooperation among the nations.
At the meeting, participants agreed on the preparation plan for the third Front Presidium Conference of Vietnam, Laos, andCambodia; and conferenceson borderline of peace, friendship, and cooperation between Vietnam and Laosand between Vietnam and Cambodia.
They also gave opinions to the draft memorandum ofunderstanding on cooperation among the three front organisations in 2017-2020.
The same day, the delegation of the VFF Central Committee held separate talkswith counterparts from LFNC Central Committee and the SFDCM National Council, duringwhich they discussed plans to organise the conference on borderline of peace, friendship, and cooperationbetween Vietnam and Laos from July 13-16, 2017 in Vietnam’s central Quang Binhprovince, and a similar event between Vietnam and Cambodia from August 10-15,2017 in the Cambodian province of Kompot./.
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The Vietnam Fatherland Front and the National Council of the Solidarity Front for the Development of Cambodian Motherland have expressed resolve to successfully organise the third front conference,.
A visiting delegation from the Solidarity Front for the Development of Cambodia’s Motherland led by its Vice Chairman and Acting General Secretary Nhem Valy, has met with officials from the Hanoi Party Committee.
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.
At the meeting (Source: VNA) 
