Vietnamese Minister of National Defence Ngo Xuan Lich hosted an official welcome ceremony for and held talks with his Canadian counterpart Harjit Singh Sajjan in Hanoi on June 5.
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence Ngo Xuan Lich (R) welcomes his Canadian counterpart Harjit Singh Sajjan in Hanoi on June 5 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of National DefenceNgo Xuan Lich hosted an official welcome ceremony for and held talks with hisCanadian counterpart Harjit Singh Sajjan in Hanoi on June 5.
At the talks, the two sides exchanged views onworld and regional issues of shared concern, reviewed bilateral defencecooperation over the past years, and discussed orientations and measures to bolsterdefence ties in the time ahead.
They focused on some potential cooperationfields like training, participation in United Nations peacekeeping activities,marine security, defence industry, and military medicine.
The Vietnamese Ministry of National Defencewelcomes Canada’s continued support for the Southeast Asian nation in trainingand engaging in UN peacekeeping activities, Lich said.
At the end of the talks, the two ministerswitnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding on the Military Trainingand Cooperation Programme of Canada. This memorandum is expected to helpVietnamese officers to have more chances to take part in diverse trainingcourses in Canada.
It is considered an important development inbilateral defence relations, creating favourable conditions for both sides topromote other potential cooperation areas.
Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan ispaying an official visit to Vietnam from June 4 to 6.
The trip is significant to the friendshipbetween the Governments, armies and people of the two countries, as well as thegrowth of their defence ties in line with the newly established Vietnam-Canada comprehensivepartnership. It is also a practical contribution to the 45th foundinganniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations (August 21, 1973).-VNA
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Phung Quoc Hien called on Vietnam’s NA and Canada’s parliament to increase their exchange of delegations and law-making experience.
The Mekong Delta province of Tra Vinh will splash out over 46.5 billion VND (2.04 million USD) on developing local small and medium enterprises (SMEs), with 40.6 billion VND (1.78 million USD) coming from the non-refundable aid of the Canadian Government.
The signing of the CP TPP in Chile on March 8 will open up many opportunities for trade between Canada and Vietnam, said President and CEO of Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF) Stewart Beck.
A delegation of the Hanoi People’s Committee visited Canada from April 18-20 to learn about the operation of people-elected agencies and development of smart cities in the North American country.
Vietnam and Canada should intensify and expand cooperation in such areas as war consequence settlement, defence industry and maritime security, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh told Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence Ngo Xuan Lich (R) welcomes his Canadian counterpart Harjit Singh Sajjan in Hanoi on June 5 (Photo: VNA) 
