Vietnam congratulates Indonesia on Independence Day
President Tran Dai Quang and Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 17 extended congratulations to Indonesian President Joko Widodo on the 72nd anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence Day (August 17, 1945).
Hanoi (VNA) – President Tran DaiQuang and Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 17 extended congratulationsto Indonesian President Joko Widodo on the 72nd anniversary of Indonesia’sIndependence Day (August 17, 1945).
The same day, Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinhcabled a congratulatory message to her Indonesian counterpart Jusuf Kalla.
On the occasion, Deputy Prime Minister andForeign Minister Pham Binh Minh sent his congratulations to Indonesia’sMinister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi.
Vietnam and Indonesia established diplomaticties at the consular level on December 30, 1955, and upgraded it to theambassadorial level a decade later. In 2003, both sides signed a comprehensivepartnership agreement.
They agreed to elevate bilateral ties tostrategic partnership in September 2011, which was realised in June 2013. InOctober 2013, the two countries’ foreign ministers inked an action plan toimplement Vietnam-Indonesia strategic partnership for 2014-2018.-VNA
Deputy PM Vuong Dinh Hue held working sessionsin Jakarta on July 19 with the Indonesian Foreign Minister and Minister of Trade to seek ways to further expand the partnership between the two countries.
Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue and leader of the ruling Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) Megawati Soekarnoputri have agreed to continue deepening ties between the two countries through high-level visits and meetings, and fostering partnership in all channels of party, state, government, parliament and people-to-people contacts.
Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue and Indonesian Vice President Jusuf Kalla agreed to the aim of lifting two-way trade to 10 billion USD during a meeting in Jakarta on July 21.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh held phone talks with Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi on July 28 on the information that an Indonesian naval ship chased and shot at a fishing boat of Vietnam, injuring two fishermen.
Vietnam and Indonesia discussed specific measures to advance their friendship and multi-faceted cooperation during the seventh meeting of the joint committee on economic, scientific and technological cooperation in Hanoi on August 12.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
