Vietnam, Argentina seek ways to strengthen bilateral ties
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Quoc Dung and his Argentine counterpart Pablo Anselmo Tettamanti on May 31 discussed measures to strengthen bilateral relations and exchanged views on issues of shared concern.
The 8th Vietnam-Argentina political consultation is held via videoconference. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Deputy Minister of ForeignAffairs Nguyen Quoc Dung and his Argentine counterpart Pablo Anselmo Tettamantion May 31 discussed measures to strengthen bilateral relations and exchanged views on issues of shared concern.
Co-chairing the 8th Vietnam-Argentina political consultation via videoconference, the two officials briefed eachother on COVID-19 and socio-economic situation in their respective countries.
They discussed measures to deepen the bilateralcomprehensive partnership, established in 2010, in a more sustainable manner in thetime ahead.
The two sides agreed to continue with the closecooperation to maintain the growth momentum of the relationship, increasedelegation exchanges at the high level when possible, carry forward cooperationmechanisms, and encourage collaboration between ministries, agencies andlocalities in various forms.
Dung rejoiced at the strong development of bilateraleconomic and trade ties, saying Argentina has become Vietnam’s second biggesttrade partner in Latin America with two-way trade reaching 3.9 billion USD lastyear.
He thanked Argentina for its technical cooperation,notably a project that aims to improve Vietnam’s forensic anthropologycapacity to identify martyrs’ remains in Vietnam.
For his part, Tettamanti affirmed thatVietnam is one of Argentina’s biggest trade partners and a key partner in theSouth-South cooperation, with a total of 15 projects covering differentspheres.
The deputy ministers consented to enhance cooperationin the areas of common interest, and press ahead with negotiations, towardssigning a number of agreements to complete the legal framework for thebilateral cooperation in trade, justice, investment, telecommunications, andnational defence-security.
They also compared notes on regional and internationalissues of shared concern, and concurred to further their mutual support in international organisations and multilateral forums of which both Vietnam andArgentina are members such as the United Nations, the World Trade Organisationand the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation./.
Vietnam’s new Ambassador to Argentina Duong Quoc Thanh on November 20 had meetings with Vice President of Solidario Party (PSOL) Julia Perie, and President of the Argentina- Vietnam Cultural Institute (ICAV) Poldi Sosa to discuss measures to strengthen bilateral collaboration.
Football federations of Argentina and Vietnam enjoy effective cooperation through training for players, referees, and programmes bringing Argentine footballers to play in Vietnam, said President of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) Claudio Tapia.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) is ready to work with Argentine Ambassador to Vietnam Luis Pablo Maria Beltramino to boost economic, trade, and investment ties between the two nations, Deputy Minister Do Thang Hai has said.
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.
The 8th Vietnam-Argentina political consultation is held via videoconference. (Photo: VNA) 
