Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) and Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade and Energy of the Commonwealth of Dominica Vince Henderson sign the agreement. (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – Vietnam and the Commonwealth of Dominica onSeptember 22 signed an agreement on visa exemption for holders of diplomatic andofficial passports.
The agreement was inked by Vietnamese Minister of Foreign AffairsBui Thanh Son and Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Business, Tradeand Energy of the Commonwealth of Dominica Vince Henderson, who were in NewYork to attend the high-level week of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
At a working session before the signing ceremony, the two ministers discussed andreached consensus on measures to bolster the friendship and cooperation betweenVietnam and the Commonwealth of Dominica.
Son highly valued the outcomes of Henderson’s visit to Vietnam in March,the first by an official of the Dominican Government in the context that the two countries are celebrating the 10th founding anniversary of diplomaticrelations (November 1, 2013 - 2023).
The Vietnamese minister suggested both sides continue close coordination tocarry out the agreed measures, while enhancing delegation exchanges, as well as encouraging and creatingfavourable conditions for enterprises of both nations to exchange informationand seek cooperation opportunities.
Both sides should consider the acceleration of negotiations on economic andtrade deals such as a double taxation avoidance agreement, and cooperation pactsin the fields of science, technology, education and agriculture, thus makingcontributions to the development of the bilateral ties, Son added.
For his part, Henderson said Dominica always treasures and wants tointensify its relations with Vietnam, and spoke highly of the coordinationbetween the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Consulate General ofthe Commonwealth of Dominica in Ho Chi Minh City in the arrangement of hisvisit to Vietnam, as well as the acceleration of procedures for the signing of theagreement on visa exemption for holders of diplomatic and official passports.
He described the agreement as an important step in the bilateral relations, andexpressed his hope that, with the efforts of both nations, the Dominica-Vietnam ties will witness breakthrough development steps in the future.
The two ministers also agreed to boost coordination, and support each other atmultilateral forums, especially at the UN, in addition to promoting cooperationbetween Vietnam and countries in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and between Dominica and other ASEAN member states./.
The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the Dominican Republic’s United Left Movement (MIU) signed an agreement of cooperation for the 2023-2028 period in Hanoi on February 26.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held talks with Dominican Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade and Energy Vince Henderson in Hanoi on March 20, discussing orientations and measures to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
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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.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) and Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade and Energy of the Commonwealth of Dominica Vince Henderson sign the agreement. (Photo: VNA) 
