The scene of second Vietnam-Cambodia defence policy dialogue (Source: qdnd.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – The second Vietnam-Cambodia defence policy dialogue took place in Hanoi on October 21.
At the dialogue, Deputy Minister of Defence Nguyen Chi Vinh and Minister of State of the Cambodia Ministry of National Defence Nieng Phat shared the view that bilateral defence cooperation in the past time has achieved practical results.
Agencies and units of the two defence ministries coordinated and implemented contents in the protocol on bilateral defence cooperation for 2015-2019 and the 2016 plan, helping strengthen and boost Vietnam-Cambodian friendship and cooperation.
They agreed that the exchange of high-ranking delegations has been maintained and implemented as planned, strengthening trust between the two armies.
Vietnam’s Military Zones 5, 7, 9 and the Vietnam Border Guard Command coordinated closely with Cambodia’s local governments and border guard force in information sharing, joint patrol, crime prevention and settlement of arising problems to maintain a border line of stability, peace, and development.
The navies of the two countries carried out cooperation activities as planned, such as holding joint patrols and annual meetings to ensure security, safety along the border at sea.
The search for and repatriation of remains of Vietnamese voluntary soldiers and experts who died in Cambodia are underway according to the plan of the two governments’ specialised committees.
In order to deepen the relationship, the two sides agreed that their armies need to boost coordination at forums and within the framework of multilateral and regional defence-security cooperation mechanisms.
The two sides will also maintain exchanges between their armies and support each other in personnel training, while considering the signing of an agreement on search and rescue in border areas.
The same day, Minister of Defe✤nce Ngo Xuan Lich; Director of the VPA General Department of Politics Luong Cuong; and Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) Phan Van Giang hosted receptions for the Cambodian guest.-VNA
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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.
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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.
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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.
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