Vietnam attends international seminar on East Sea in Moscow
A delegation of the Vietnam Lawyers Association (VLA) led by its Vice President and General Secretary Tran Cong Phan attended an international seminar on the East Sea held in Moscow, Russia, on November 22.
The event touches upon disputes in the East Sea and the need to strengthen international cooperation. (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – A delegation of the VietnamLawyers Association (VLA) led by its Vice President and General Secretary Tran CongPhan attended an international seminar on the East Sea held in Moscow, Russia, on November 22.
Co-organised by the International Association ofDemocratic Lawyers (IADL) and the “Way for Peace” International Fund of Russia, the event touched upon disputes in the East Sea and the need to strengthen internationalcooperation.
In its first part, the seminar provided updateson the latest developments in the East Sea, including legal, diplomatic and on-the-sitemoves in 2019-2021, policy adjustments regarding the East Sea by countries inand outside in the region, as well as relevant events and changes in theinternational environment.
During the second session, delegates looked intosolutions to intensify trust building and promote the settlement of disputes inthe East Sea on the basis of international law, especially the 1982 UnitedNations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), along with cooperation mechanismsin and outside the region to facilitate the settlement and prevent tensionsfrom escalating.
Dr. Lai Thai Binh, Deputy Director of theEast Sea Institute at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, told the Vietnam NewsAgency (VNA) that international cooperation plays a very important role in theEast Sea issue.
Vietnam always pays attention to persistently addressingdisputes, particularly those regarding its territorial sovereignty, safeguarding its territorialsovereignty, preserving an environment of peace and development, and ensuringpolitical stability and social order, he said.
Binh stressed that at the time when bigorganisations like the UN are paying more heed to the East Sea issue, cooperation,both regionally and multilaterally, is significant to promoting development,stability and cooperation in the East Sea./.
Foreign Ministers of ASEAN member nations have agreed to propose relevant parties settle the East Sea issue by peaceful measures on the basis of current laws.
The 14th international conference on the East Sea, themed ‘Peaceful Sea-Solid Recovery’, convened in the central city of Da Nang on November 16, with the participation of nearly 40 speakers from close to 20 nations worldwide.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
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.
The event touches upon disputes in the East Sea and the need to strengthen international cooperation. (Photo: VNA) 
