President of Argentina begins State visit to Vietnam
President of Argentina Mauricio Macri and his spouse started their State visit to Vietnam from February 19-21 to deepen the bilateral strategic partnership.
President of Argentina Mauricio Macri (Source: AP)
Hanoi (VNA) - Presidentof Argentina Mauricio Macri and his spouse started their State visit to Vietnamfrom February 19-21 to deepen the bilateral strategic partnership.
This is the first visit to Vietnam by Mauricio Macri as President of Argentina.It will be an important milestone in the bilateral relationship, especiallyafter the two countries celebrated the 45th anniversary of their diplomaticties last year.
The three-day trip, whichcomes at the invitation of President Nguyen Phu Trong, also demonstrates theimportance of Vietnam in Argentina’s external policy towards Asia in generaland Southeast Asia in particular, especially after the Latin American nationsigned the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) with the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in August 2018.
Vietnam and Argentinaestablished diplomatic ties on October 25, 1973. Since then, both sides haveorganised regular delegation exchanges.
The countries haveestablished numerous mechanisms to boost multi-faceted cooperation. They havealso signed various agreements to encourage investment, economic-tradecooperation, scientific-technological cooperation, cultural-educational cooperationand collaboration in the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.
Vietnam and Argentinahave also supported each other at multilateral forums such as the UnitedNations, the World Trade Organisation, the Forum for East Asia-Latin AmericaCooperation (FEALAC) and the South-South Cooperation within the UN framework.
Two-way trade increasedfrom 1.4 billion USD in 2013 to 2.9 billion USD last year — the highest figurebetween Argentina and any Southeast Asian country.
Argentina is Vietnam’s second largest trade partner in Latin America, while Vietnamis its fifth biggest import market globally. The two sides are working to raisebilateral trade to 5 billion USD as soon as possible.-VNA
The Vietnam-Argentina Inter-governmental Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation held its 6th meeting in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on October 25 and 26.
The People’s Committee of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho held a working session with Argentine Ambassador to Vietnam Juan Carlos Valle Raleigh on December 6 to discuss cooperation prospects between the city and Argentine partners.
A delegation from the Vietnamese National Assembly led by Vice Chairwoman of the NA's Committee for Culture, Education, Youth and Children Ngo Thi Minh has paid a working visit to Argentina from December 10-15.
President of Argentina Mauricio Macri will pay a State visit to Vietnam from February 19 to 21, which will create a push for bilateral cooperation in the time ahead, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Dang Xuan Dung.
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 of Argentina Mauricio Macri (Source: AP) 
