The brilliant Vietnam-Russia relations is a vivid illustration for a time-honoured friendship which has been unceasingly developed for years, an expert from Russian Academy of Sciences said.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) welcomes his Russian counterpart Dmitry Medvedev in Hanoi on November 19, 2018, during the latter's s official visit to Vietnam (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) –꧃ The brilliant Vietnam-Russia relations is a vividillustration for a time-honoured friendship which has been unceasinglydeveloped for years, an expert from Russian Academy of Sciences said.
In his writing posted on the RusVesna website on the threshold of PrimeMinister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s visit to the European country, Evgeny Kobelevhighlighted both countries’ achievements in economy and trade, with the signingof the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, of which Russia is an important member.
A series of cooperation deals and projects are expected to be inked during theupcoming visit by PM Phuc to Russia, helping bring practical benefits to thetwo peoples, he said.
Last year, two-way trade reached more than 6 billion USD, up 16.35 percent fromthe previous year. Meanwhile, Russia was the 6th largest source ofvisitors to Vietnam, with 600,000 arrivals recorded in 2018.
Evgeny Kobelev believed that Vietnam is among the fastest growing countries inthe world. The nation’s gross domestic product in 2018 grew more than 7percent, opening up huge investment opportunities for foreign firms. Besides, with the development of the aviation and marintime transport, Vietnam will be animportant link to connect with the Southeast Asian market, which is home to 600million people.
With the increasing prestige in the regional and international arena, Vietnam hasbeen a reliable destination to organise international events such as theAsia-Pacific Economic Meeting in 2017, World Economic Forum on ASEAN in 2018and the recent DPRK-US Hanoi Summit.-VNA
Sen. Lieut. Gen. Phan Van Giang, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army, received Colonel General V.B. Zarudnitsky, Chief of the Military Academy of the Russian Federation Armed Forces’ General Staff, in Hanoi on February 18.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh had a working session on February 21 with the Russia-Vietnam Friendship Parliamentarians’ Group at the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation.
As strategic partners, Vietnam and Russia have maintained fruitful political dialogues and effective cooperation in different spheres, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview to the press ahead of his official trip to Vietnam from February 24-45.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh promised to introduce a Vietnamese province to Bryansk province for twinning during a recent working session with Governor Aleksandr Bogomaz, as part of his visit to the Russian locality from May 13-14.
A historical document exhibition themed “Destination – Vietnam” kicked off at the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art (RGALI) in Moscow on May 15 as part of activities to celebrate the Vietnam-Russia and Russia-Vietnam year.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) welcomes his Russian counterpart Dmitry Medvedev in Hanoi on November 19, 2018, during the latter's s official visit to Vietnam (Photo: VNA)
