Vietnam Coast Guard attends 18th ReCAAP ISC Governing Council Meeting
Vietnam has showed its responsibility in participating in the ReCAAP Agreement and effectively combating maritime crimes, affirmed Major General Vu Trung Kien, Deputy Commander in charge of law of the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) at the 18th ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC) Governing Council Meeting in Singapore on March 13.
At the meeting that sees the participation of members of the governing council, officials from 21 member countries of the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP), and guest delegates from 10 maritime organisations, shipping associations, international and regional research institutes. (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) – Vietnam has showed its responsibility in participating in the ReCAAPAgreement and effectively combating maritime crimes, affirmed Major General VuTrung Kien, Deputy Commander in charge of law of the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG)at the 18th ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre (ISC) Governing Council Meetingin Singapore on March 13.
Themeeting saw the participation of members of the governing council, officialsfrom 21 member countries of the Regional Cooperation Agreement on CombatingPiracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP), and guest delegatesfrom 10 maritime organisations, shipping associations, international andregional research institutes.
Inhis remarks, Kien underscored the need for countries to enhance awareness ofthe overall situation and instability in maritime security caused by piracy andarmed robbery at sea.
Itis important to continue timely and effective cooperation and information sharing,and to enhance coordination among countries and with the ReCAAP ISC to ensuresecurity and safety across all maritime routes regionally and globally, hesaid.
Onthe sidelines of the function, the VCG delegation held meetings with leaders of lawenforcement forces at sea from the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, andIndia, exchanging information and coordinating efforts to combat various crimesand protect the marine environment.
Inparticular, Vietnam reiterated its significant efforts to combat illegal,unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities and urged partners tocooperate with and assist the country in quickly getting the "yellowcard" warning imposed on Vietnamese seafood products by the EuropeanCommission lifted./.
The Vietnam Maritime Administration urged ship owners and maritime companies to implement maritime security plans to ensure safety for Vietnamese vessels operating in waters off East Sabah.
The number of armed pirates reported in the Singapore Strait in the first half of the year rose to 16 - the highest level in the last five years, and doubling compared to that in the same period last year.
The Vietnam Coast Guard has for years worked to promote its external relation and international cooperation, creating favourable conditions for the implementation of its assigned tasks in contribution to keeping a peaceful and stable environment for national construction and defence from early and afar.
The Vietnam Coast Guard has exerted great efforts to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against violations and crimes at sea, and actively expanded international cooperation with countries having strong law enforcement forces at sea and partners.
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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).
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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
At the meeting that sees the participation of members of the governing council, officials from 21 member countries of the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP), and guest delegates from 10 maritime organisations, shipping associations, international and regional research institutes. (Photo: VNA) 
