Sen. Lieu. Gen. Luong Cuong, Chairman of the VPA's Gen. Department of Politics of received a delegation from the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces led by Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias
Sen. Lieu. Gen. Luong Cuong (R) and Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias (Source: qdnd.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) - Senior Lieutenant General Luong Cuong,Chairman of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army(VPA) received a delegation from the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces led byMinister Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias in Hanoi on March 27.
Cuong expressed his pleasure at the recentdevelopment of the relations between the two nations in general and their armiesin particular.
He affirmed that Vietnam always remembers thegreat and effective support the Party, State and people of Cuba has providedfor Vietnam during the national liberation in the past as well as the current nationalbuilding and protection.
For his part, the Cuban minister briefed the hoston the outcomes of his meetings with the Defence Ministry’s leaders, saying thetwo sides agreed to continue promoting collaboration in party building andpolitical affairs while regularly educating young generations about the traditionalfriendship between the two countries and their armies.
The same day, the Cuban delegation was receivedby Deputy Minister of Defence Phan Van Giang, who said the visit willcontribute to boosting Vietnam-Cuba defence ties in a more practical andeffective manner.
Lieutenant General Giang, who is also Chief ofthe VPA’s General Staff, affirmed that VPA’s units and General Staff willactively implement cooperation contents agreed by Minister of Defence Ngo XuanLich and Minister Leopoldo Cintra Frias.
On the occasion, Giang thanked the Cuban militaryfor facilitating Vietnamese officers’ study in Cuba, and expressed his beliefthat the bilateral defence cooperation will continue to thrive in the comingtime.-VNA
Chairman of Cuban National Assembly (NA) Esteban Lazo Hernandez held a reception on February 15 for Vietnam’s NA Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong who is in Havana for an official working visit.
Vietnam and Cuba have reiterated their determination to consolidate the historical close-knit ties between the two countries’ Parties, parliaments, and States.
The Government Cipher Commission of Vietnam and the Cipher Department under Cuba’s Home Affairs Ministry need to bolster cooperation, especially in exchange of visits, training, scientific research.
Law-makers of Vietnam and Cuba shared legislative experience at a recent conference held during a visit of a Vietnamese National Assembly delegation to the Caribbean island from March 13-19.
Vietnamese Defence Minister, Gen. Ngo Xuan Lich and Minister of Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces, Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias signed a 2017-2019 cooperation plan in Hanoi on March 23.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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).
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.
Sen. Lieu. Gen. Luong Cuong (R) and Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias (Source: qdnd.vn) 
