Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong held talks with Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces General Vong Pisen in Phnom Penh on March 18, within the framework of his official friendly visit to Cambodia.
An overview of the talks between Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong and Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces General Vong Pisen. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army(VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuongheld talks with Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces GeneralVong Pisen in Phnom Penh on March 18, within the framework of his officialfriendly visit to Cambodia.
The meeting took place after Cuong’s attendance at the 19thASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces’ Meeting (ACDFM-19).
Gen. Vong Pisen affirmed that the visit has contributed todeepening the friendship and cooperation between the two armies, and appreciatedthe effective support of the VPA as well as the Vietnamese Party and State forhis country. According to him, this is reflected through the activecontribution of the Vietnamese delegation to the success of the ACDFM-19, theannual exchange of delegations, the border demarcation and joint efforts to fightcross-border crime even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He stated that in the context of rapid changes andcomplicated developments of the international and regional situations, the CambodianGovernment always advocates maintaining cooperation and upholding the principleof non-interference into the internal affairs of other countries.
In order to strengthen the bilateral military cooperation, thegeneral suggested the Vietnamese side continue to support the training of humanresources for Cambodia, coordinate in the implementation of the two countries'defence protocol, and joint border patrols, and carry out rescue drills. TheCambodian side also proposed setting up a hotline between the two sides topromptly deal with urgent issues.
The Vietnamese officer congratulated General Vong Pisen onsuccessfully chairing the first in-person ACDFM after two years of hiatus dueto the COVID-19 pandemic, affirming Vietnam's commitment to supporting Cambodiain its ASEAN Chairmanship Year.
He said that the ACDFM will contribute to strengthening the Vietnam-Cambodiagood neighbourliness, time-tested friendship, and sustainable and comprehensivecooperation, especially as the two are about to celebrate the 55thanniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations (June 24, 1967 -2022).
Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong lays flowers at the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Monument. (Photo: VNA)
Earlier the same day, Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuongpaid a courtesy visit to Cambodian Defence Minister Tea Banh, and laid flowersat the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Monument to commemorate the heroes andmartyrs who died for independence, freedom, and peace of the two peoples./.
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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.
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).
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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 Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
An overview of the talks between Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong and Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces General Vong Pisen. (Photo: VNA) 
Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong lays flowers at the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Monument. (Photo: VNA) 
