Vietnam comments on Singapore PM’s speech at Shangri-La Dialogue
Vietnam regretted that some contents in the remarks of Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the 18th Shangri-La Dialogue and on his Facebook page did not objectively reflect the historical truth, causing negative impacts on public opinions, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang has said.
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam regretted thatsome contents in the remarks of Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong atthe 18th Shangri-La Dialogue and on his Facebook page did not objectivelyreflect the historical truth, causing negative impacts on public opinions, theSpokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang has said.
She made the statement in response to reporters’queries on June 4 about Vietnam’s comments on the speech of the SingaporeanPrime Minister at the dialogue and the information posted on his Facebook page on May 31 saying Vietnam had “invaded” and “occupied” Cambodia.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs haddiscussed this issue with Singapore’s counterpart, she said.
The contribution and sacrifice of Vietnam in thejoint efforts with Cambodian people to end the Khmer Rouge genocide regime havebeen widely recognised, Hang said.
On November 16, 2018, the Extraordinary Chambersin the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) issued a verdict on the crime against humanitycommitted by the Khmer Rouge.
The ruling reflected objectively the historicaltruth, enforcing justice and making fair restitution to victims, which waswelcomed by the international community and the United Nations, she added.
The recent accomplishments of ASEAN are theresult of joint efforts of all member nations throughout the history of theassociation, the Spokesperson said, adding that each member is deeply aware ofthe importance of strengthening the intra-bloc solidarity based on mutualrespect and ASEAN’s common principles.
As an active and responsible member of ASEAN,Vietnam has and will continue working with other members to build a strong ASEANcommunity of unity and solidarity playing the central role in the region, thespokesperson declared.-VNA
Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich attended a meeting between the US Secretary of Defence and ASEAN defence ministers on the sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31.
The 18th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on June 1 saw various discussions under themes related to maritime security, national defence industry development and national defence cooperation.
Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich called on parties concerned to work together to solve disputes in peaceful atmosphere, with partnership spirit and for community responsibility while addressing the fifth plenary session of the 18th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on June 2.
The Shangri-La Dialogue 2019 wrapped up in Singapore on June 2 with three plenary dialogue sessions focusing on the topics of China and international security cooperation, prevention of clashes and ensurance of a region of self-reliance and stability.
Vietnam always regards the RoK as an important and long-term strategic partner; and hopes that the two sides will work together to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in a more substantive, effective, and comprehensive manner in the coming time.
Within the framework of the Vietnam-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, people-to-people exchanges and local cooperation have been priorities.
The merger of Nam Dinh, Ha Nam, and Ninh Binh aims to shape a modern, vibrant development space with Ninh Binh at its heart, transforming the region into a hub of smart and green industry and services by 2030, while preserving its unique identity as a national heritage centre.
While praising the efforts of ministries, sectors, and localities in tackling smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeiting, and intellectual property violations, PM Chinh acknowledged that in some places and at certain times, there has been lax enforcement and unclear jurisdiction, leading to increasingly complex developments in these issues.
At the working session, General Secretary Lam presented the Party Committee of the VFF and central mass organisations with the Politburo’s Decision No. 304-QD/TW, which outlines the new structure, functions and tasks of the VFF Central Committee, marking a significant step in improving its organisational effectiveness.
Describing the exhibition as a large-scaled, content-rich, and unprecedented event with high requirements and limited preparation time, PM Pham Minh Chinh urged all ministries, sectors, and localities to participate with the highest sense of responsibility, ensuring the exhibition is inclusive, objective, truthful, feasible, and impactful.
Vietnam’s attendance reaffirms its consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification, and comprehensive, intensive, extensive and effective international integration.
Cheng stressed that this is third time PM Chinh has attended the meeting and he is among the few senior government officials participating in this year's event, which is considered as a rare and commendable gesture.
The fact that the Vietnamese PM has been invited to attend and speak at this important event for three consecutive years reflects the WEF as well as the international business community's recognition and high regard for Vietnam's position, role, and contributions to global and regional economic growth.
This new era marks a crucial phase in which the country must strive with determination to fulfil its strategic objectives, achieving breakthrough development at new levels of sophistication, quality, and global standing, laying the foundation for further growth. Era after era forms a continuous history of development, ascending steadily from one level to the next.
The resolution on such mechanisms aims to serve as a legal basis for opportunely dealing with difficulties and hindrances caused by legal regulations in important, priority, and urgent areas that require immediate settlement so as to unlock resources, facilitate economic development, and turn legislation into a competitive edge.
PM Pham Minh Chinh instructed chairpersons of the People’s Committees of provinces and centrally-run cities to strictly follow the Ministry of Finance's guidelines on handling public finances and budgets, with a focus on preventing wastefulness, misconduct, or corruption.
Knapper reaffirmed the US's commitment to supporting a strong, independent, prosperous and resilient Vietnam, while respecting each other’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, independence and political systems.
Vietnam is deeply concerned about the escalating and complex conflict in the Middle East, which poses a serious threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang (Photo: VNA) 
