Top Vietnamese leader meets Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar, Ghana presidents in France
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam met with the Presidents of Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar and Ghana within the framework of the 19th Francophonie Summit at Villers-Cotterêts castle, France, on October 4.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, French President Emmanuel Macron, heads of member countries of the International Organisation of La Francophonie and guests pose for a group photo (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) - Party General Secretary and State President To Lam met with the Presidents of Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar and Ghana within the framework of the 19th Francophonie Summit at Villers-Cotterêts castle, France, on October 4.
Meeting with President of Guinea-Bissau Umaro Sissco Embaló, the Vietnamese leader said the President's official visit to Vietnam from September 5-8 has created new momentum for Vietnam - Guinea-Bissau relations. He added he has directed relevant departments, ministries, branches and agencies of Vietnam to coordinate closely with partner agencies of Guinea-Bissau to effectively implement the results of the visit.
The two leaders reaffirmed their respect for the traditional friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Guinea-Bissau; while expressing their joy at the active and effective coordination between the two countries at multilateral forums, including the United Nations and Francophone.
On the occasion of the President of Guinea-Bissau reiterated the invitation to Lam to visit Guinea-Bissau as soon as possible.
Meanwhile President of Madagascar Andry Nirina Rajoelina recalled his good memories of his visit to Vietnam in 2007 and expressed his great impression of Ha Long Bay.
Both leaders of Vietnam and Madagascar affirmed that they treasure the two countries’ traditional friendship and cooperation that has been built and developed over the past 50 years, while expressing their determination to strengthen bilateral relations at all levels, channels and in all fields, especially the exchange of high-level delegations and collaboration in agriculture.
The Madagascar President expressed his impression of Vietnam’s achievements, proposing the two sides exploring opportunities for cooperation in agriculture, especially in rice production.
At their meeting, the Vietnamese leader and President of Ghana Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo highly valued recent outcomes of friendship and cooperation betwee♑n the two countries, especially economy. They agreed that the two sides need to increase the exchange of all-level delegations, and promote the implementation of practical measures to effectively exploit the potential and strength of each side, for the development and prosperity of both countries./.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam attended the opening session of the 19th Francophonie Summit held at Villers-Cotterêts castle, France on October 4.
The Francophonie space, boasting a population of more than 1.2 billion people and accounting for 16% of the global GDP and 20% of the global trade, has been a potential land for economic and investment cooperation and trade exchange, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam said on October 4.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his entourage arrived at Orly Airport in Paris in the evening of October 3 (local time), starting their participation in the 19th Francophonie Summit and an official visit to France from October 3-7 at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.
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.
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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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