The Chinese Embassy in Vietnam organised a reception to mark the 74th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China (National Day) on September 27.
At the reception to mark the 74th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China (National Day) on September 27 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Chinese Embassy in Vietnam organised a reception to mark the 74th founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China (National Day) on September 27.
The event was attended by Nguyen Hoang Anh, member of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises, together with several leaders from Vietnamese sectors, agencies and localities, and representatives from international organsiations in Hanoi.
Chinese Ambassador Xiong Bo briefed the guests on the achievements that the Chinese Party, State and people have attained over the past 74 years, and laid stress on the sound ties between Vietnam and China, the two next-door neightbours.
The relations with Vietnam has been given a priority in China’s neighbourhood diplomacy, he said, describing it as a strategic choice of the latter based on the time-tested bilateral ties.
China stands ready, together with Vietnam, to consistently follow the strategic leadership of the top leaders of the two Parties and State to bring new-era contents to the Vietnam – China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership, thus giving better benefits to both nations and their people.
On behalf of the Vietnamese Party, State and people, Anh congratulated the Chinese Party, State and people on their achievements over the course of 74 years of national construction and development.
He expressed his firm belief that China, a world economic power, will take firm steps in the journey to realise its “Two Centenary Goals”, turning itself into a modern socialist country which is prosperous, strong, democratic, civilised and harmonious.
Both nations are celebrating their 15th anniversary of the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership – the highest level in the Southeast Asian country’s international relations, he said, adding over the past years, both Parties and states have enjoyed great strides in their relations, especially following the official visit to China by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong in October 2022.
The Vietnamese Party, State, and people will join hands with their Chinese counterparts to elevate the ties into a new chapter of development with higher political trust, more practical cooperation, and stronger social foundation, he added./.
The relations between Vietnam and China have experienced ups and downs over the past 73 years. However, friendship and cooperation have remained the mainstream trend in the ties and become a common valuable asset that helps maintain the stable development of the bilateral relations and bring practical benefits to the two peoples.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visit to attend the 20th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit (CABIS) in Nanning city, China's Guangxi province, from September 16-17 was successful and effective, said Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu.
Standing deputy head of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)’s Central Committee’s Commission for Information and Education Lai Xuan Mon on September 24 received Deputy Director of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China’s Central Committee and Minister of the State Council Information Office Sun Yeli.
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.
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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.