Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Quang Hieu paid a visit to Jordan from December 7-8 to consolidate and foster cooperation between Vietnam and the Middle East nation.
At the working session between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Quang Hieu and Secretary General of the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply Dana Al-Zoubi (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Minister of ForeignAffairs Pham Quang Hieu paid a visit to Jordan from December 7-8 to consolidateand foster cooperation between Vietnam and the Middle East nation.
While in Jordan, the Deputy FM held talks withSecretary General of the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates LeenaAl-Hadid, and had working sessions with Secretary General of the Ministry ofIndustry, Trade, and Supply Dana Al-Zoubi and Secretary General of the Ministryof Investment Zaher Al-Qatarneh.
At the meetings, the two sides noted with pleasure the positivedevelopment of the bilateral ties.
Hieu spoke highly of the phone talks between the twoforeign ministers last June and thanked Jordan for its timely support toVietnamese victims in the toxic gas leak at Aqaba port in the month, suggestingthe Jordanian Government continue creating conditions for Vietnamese citizens tolive and work in the country.
The two sides said despite global economicchallenges, two-way trade still reached 178 million USD last year, up 18%from 2020.
However, they noted, the result has yet to match thepotential of the two economies that are supplementary to each other and still have ample room togrow further.
Welcoming Hieu’s visit, Al-Hadid stressed that Jordanattaches importance and wishes to enhance the friendship and cooperation withVietnam.
The host and guest agreed on measures to raise theefficiency of the bilateral collaboration in the time ahead, such as promoting all-leveldelegation exchange and people-to-people diplomacy, stepping up cooperation, informationsharing and coordination between ministries and agencies, encouragingbusinesses to enhance trade and investment links, and considering thepossibility of signing a number of cooperation agreements to perfect the legalframework for the bilateral ties.
Vietnam suggested Jordan share its experience with andhelp the Southeast Asian nation in the Halal industry, and forge tourismcooperation.
The officials expressed their belief that on thebasis of the good friendship, cooperation and potential, the Vietnam-Jordanrelationship will grow stronger in the time ahead.
They used this occasion to exchange views on some regionaland international of shared concern.
Earlier, within his trip to Turkey, Hieu,who is also Chairman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs,met with representatives of the Vietnamese Association and the Vietnamesecommunity in Turkey. /.
Vietnam and Jordan are looking to step up investment as well as trade in areas of potential such as tourism and Halal food production, a meeting in Singapore heard.
Vietnam drew 1-1 with Jordan in their friendship match that took place on early June 1 (Vietnam time) at Khalid Bin Mohammed Stadium in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ahead of the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
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.
At the working session between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Quang Hieu and Secretary General of the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Supply Dana Al-Zoubi (Photo: VNA) 
