Vietnam honours Canadian officials for boosting bilateral ties
The Vietnamese Embassy in Ottawa held a meeting on August 25 to pay tribute to Canadian officials who have significantly contributed to enhancing bilateral ties between the two countries.
Vietnamese Ambassador To Anh Dung welcomes guests to the event (Photo: Vietnamplus)
The Vietnamese Embassy in Ottawa held a meeting on August 25 to pay tribute to Canadian officials who have significantly contributed to enhancing bilateral ties between the two countries.
The event, which took place on the occasion of the 70 th traditional day of Vietnam’s diplomatic sector and the 42 nd founding anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties, hosted about 50 guests.
At the function, Vietnamese Ambassador To Anh Dung expressed his gratitude to the people and Government of Canada for their friendship and valuable support to Vietnam’s efforts to end the war as well as the country’s reconstruction and development over the past 42 years.
He stressed the fruitful developments in bilateral ties, hoping the Canadian officials and friends would continue assisting in promoting the friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
Peter MacArthur—Director General of the South, Southeast Asia and Oceania Bureau under the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Department—affirmed Vietnam is an important partner of his country and highlighted dynamic progress in bilateral ties, as evidenced by Vietnam’s inclusion in the list of priorities in the Global Markets Action Plan, the International Education Strategy and the International Development Programme of Canada.
He voiced his hope that bilateral ties would continue to grow as Canada is increasing its attention to the Asia-Pacific, especially the Southeast Asian region.
Marius Grinius, the first Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam, told the Vietnam News Agency’s correspondent about his first trip to the Southeast Asian nation in preparation for the establishment of the Canadian Embassy in the country from 1991-1993 as well as his working term as the Ambassador from 1997-1999.
He suggested Canada and Vietnam cooperate in trade, investment and security, including addressing challenges in the East Sea.
Another way to boost the relationship is to promote people-to-people exchanges, he said, explaining that Canada is home to more than 200,000 Vietnamese nationals.
Vietnam and Canada should put forth multidimensional approaches to advance their cooperation on the basis of friendship and dynamism, he noted.
At the event, participants viewed short films capturing the history, land and people of Vietnam while enjoying the country’s traditional dishes.-VNA
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Foreign Ministry spokesperson Le Hai Binh declared Canada’s recent end to a probe into alleged subsidies on imported Vietnamese steel oil pipelines a sound decision that suits the economic interests of export countries as well as Canadian exporters and consumers.
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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.
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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 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.
Vietnamese Ambassador To Anh Dung welcomes guests to the event (Photo: Vietnamplus)
