Vietnam-Iran diplomatic tie anniversary celebrated in Tehran
The Vietnamese Embassy in Iran held a ceremony on May 20 evening in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the two countries’ diplomatic ties (August 4, 1973).
National Assembly Vice Chairman Tran Quang Phuong meets with Iranian Vice President Seyyed Mohammed Hosseini. (Photo: quochoi.vn)
Tehran (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Iran held a ceremony on May 20evening in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the establishmentof the two countries’ diplomatic ties (August 4, 1973).
Attending the event were Politburo member, Minister ofPublic Security of Vietnam Gen. To Lam; Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular,Parliamentary, and Iranian expatriates Affairs at the Iranian Ministry of ForeignAffairs Alireza Bigdeli; Deputy Minister of Justice Askar Jalailan, Chair ofthe Iran-Vietnam Friendship Parliamentarians’ Group Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi; and Chair of the Iran-Vietnam Friendship Association Kamal Sajjadi.
Vietnamese Ambassador Luong Quoc Huy affirmed that the friendshipand cooperation between Vietnam and Iran have been consolidated and developedover the past years, reflected through many official visits of their high-rankingleaders.
The two countries have great potential for cooperation in economics,trade, investment, tourism, culture and people-to-people exchanges, he said,adding that to date, the two countries have conducted nine meetings of theirInter-governmental Committee, and seven political consultations at the deputyministerial level.
He proposed the two sides step up trade and investmentpromotion activities, strengthen business connectivity, and push for the earlynegotiations and signing of a Preferential Trade Arrangement (PTA) between thetwo countries.
On the basis of a solid foundation of traditional friendship, Iran'sgrowing role and position in West Asia and that of Vietnam in Southeast Asia aswell as with great potential in bilateral economic cooperation, the ambassadorexpressed his belief that the bilateral relations will have new developmentachievements for the benefit of the two peoples.
Sharing the same view, Alireza Bigdelin confirmed that Asiaand Southeast Asia are one of the priorities of Iran's foreign policy, and onthat basis, the policy of the Iranian President E. Raisi's administration is toexpand relations with countries in the region, including Vietnam.
He also expressed his hope that with huge cooperation potential,bilateral relations in all fields will develop strongly in the coming time./.
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A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly led by its Vice Chairman Senior Lieutenant General Tran Quang Phuong is paying a working visit to Iran from December 2-6.
National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairman Tran Quang Phuong met with Iranian Vice President Seyyed Mohammed Hosseini, received Minister of Defence Qaraie Ashtiani and visited Isfahan province, as part of his working visit to the country from December 4 -6.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Turkey and the embassy in Iran and Syria have delivered letters of sympathies from Vietnam to local administrations over the losses in the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
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.
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.
National Assembly Vice Chairman Tran Quang Phuong meets with Iranian Vice President Seyyed Mohammed Hosseini. (Photo: quochoi.vn) 
