Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Pham Quoc Tru has highlighted the importance of joining ASEAN to the socio-economic development of Vietnam, as well as the country’s role in ASEAN at present at a workshop in Algiers on November 27.
The workshop in Algiers on November 27 (Source: VNA)
Algiers (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador toAlgeria Pham Quoc Tru has highlighted the importance of joining ASEAN to the socio-economicdevelopment of Vietnam, as well as the country’s role in ASEAN at present at aworkshop in Algiers on November 27.
Jointly organised by ASEAN member nation embassies in Algeria and the Algerian Institute of Diplomacy and International Relations,the workshop, focused on issues related to the regional cooperation organisation.
Themed "Unity, peace, and prosperity”, the event attracted delegates from theAlgerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs; foreign delegations from embassies in thecountry; students studying national administration, international relations,and political science in Algerian universities; as well as local media.
Ambassadors of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam were the main speakers at theevent, while an ambassador from the Republic of Korea was the guest speaker.
Their presentations mentioned several aspects of ASEAN, such as the process offorming and developing the bloc, mechanisms of cooperation, prospects andchallenges, and relations between ASEAN and partners outside the region.
The role played by ASEAN in some major regional and international issues, futuredevelopment strategies of the bloc, and the relations between ASEAN and its majorpartners, especially with China, were some of the hot topics under debate at theworkshop.
The East Sea issue was also a topic that attracted theinterest of many participants at the event. –VNA
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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.
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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.
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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.
The workshop in Algiers on November 27 (Source: VNA) 
