President Vo Van Thuong and spouse, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess at the ceremony (Photo: VNA)
Tokyo (VNA) – President Vo VanThuong and his spouse attended a ceremony marking the50th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic ties held in Tokyo on November 28.
Speakingat the event, Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son said since the establishment of diplomatic ties five decades ago, theVietnam-Japan cooperative and friendly relations have developed strongly,substantively, extensively, with accomplishments in almost all areas thanks to culturalsimilarities, the convergence of interests, political trust, and especially therelentless efforts of generations of leaders and people of both countries.
He said theVietnamese community in Japan is growing stronger with over half a millionpeople, making it the second largest foreign community, contributingsignificantly to Japan's socio-economic development.
For Vietnam, Japan is notonly the leading and long-term comprehensive strategic partner but also a sincereand reliable companion, he said, wishing that the two foreign ministries would effectively work together, contributing to concretising the bilateral comprehensivestrategic partnership.
Japanese Minister of Foreign Affairs Kamikawa Yoko said Vietnam and Japan not only boost cooperationfor peace and stability in the region and the world but also aim to maintainand strengthen the international order that is free, open and based on the ruleof law.
♎ Referring to the visionfor the next five decades in the bilateral relationship, she highlighted theutmost importance of promoting youth exchanges and cooperation in new areas,particularly in addressing environmental issues, green transformation, digitaltransformation, and more.
President Thuong and his spouse, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko visit the exhibition (Photo: VNA)
At the event, President Thuongand his spouse, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, Speaker of theJapanese House of Representatives Nukaga Fukushiro and guests enjoyed the Vietnam-Japanfriendship concert which was co-hosted by the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture,Sports and Tourism and the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan, with performances byartists from the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra and the NHK SymphonyOrchestra of Japan, under the direction of conductor Honna Tetsuji.
🅘 On the occasion, a photoexhibition marking the anniversary opened, showcasing historical milestones in diplomaticties between the two nations./.
President Vo Van Thuong on November 27 described the adoption of the joint statement on the elevation of the Vietnam - Japan relations to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World” as an important event ushering in a new chapter in the bilateral ties.
The official website of the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 27 prominently featured information about the talks between President Vo Van Thuong and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, with a focus on their concurrence in elevating the countries’ relationship to the "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World".
The Vietnam-Japan Friendship Association in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak on November 28 convened its fourth congress for the 2023-2028 tenure.
President Vo Van Thuong and his spouse met with Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako on November 28, as part of his ongoing official visit to Japan.
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.
President Vo Van Thuong and spouse, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
President Thuong and his spouse, Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko visit the exhibition (Photo: VNA) 
