Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Latvia Andrejs Pildegovics conducted a political consultation in Hanoi on June 12.
Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (L) and State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Latvia Andrejs Pildegovics (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy ForeignMinister Bui Thanh Son and State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Latvia AndrejsPildegovics conducted a political consultation in Hanoi on June 12 under an agreementbetween the two foreign ministries.
The two sides expressed their delight at gooddevelopments in Vietnam – Latvia traditional ties in recent time, laying stresson Vietnam Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh’s visit to Latvia in October lastyear.
Both officials appreciated the close bilateralcollaboration at regional and international forums, particularly at the UN and Asia-EuropeMeeting.
Son thanked Latvia for its commitment tobacking Vietnam’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Councilin the 2020-2021 term.
Andrejs Pildegovics affirmed his country’sstrong support for the early signing and ratification of the EU – Vietnam FreeTrade Agreement.
The two officials lauded progresses inVietnam – Latvia economic and trade cooperation.
Vietnam is the biggest trade partner ofLatvia in Southeast Asia, while Latvia is the biggest trade partner of Vietnam inthe Baltic region. Their two-way trade turnover hit 166 million USD in 2017,ten times higher than that of 2010.
Welcoming the signing of a double taxationavoidance agreement, the sides agreed to soon begin negotiation of cooperationagreements on economics and education between Vietnam and Latvia to completetheir legal framework for further growth of bilateral ties across multiplefields.
The officials praised joint work performedbetween the two foreign ministries, highlighting their maintenance of politicalconsultation and coordination of stance on major international issues. Theyreached agreement on supporting the settlement of disputes, including the EastSea issue, by peaceful measures based on international law, particularly the 1982UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
They agreed on the importance of ensuringsecurity and safety of navigation and aviation in the East Sea.-VNA
Vietnam is ready to strengthen the multi-faceted relationship with Latvia, especially in economics and trade, and will create favourable conditions for Latvian businesses to penetrate into the Vietnamese market.
Latvian President Andris Berzins has applauded achievements Vietnam has recorded in the renewal process as well as its active role in the region and the world.
A high-ranking delegation from Hanoi led by Vice Secretary of its Party Committee Dao Duc Toan has paid a working tour to Belarus, Latvia and Croatia to boost cooperation with their capitals.
Vice President Dang Thi Ngoc Thinh applauded recent strides in the Vietnam – Latvia traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation, especially in economy-trade, while meeting with Latvian President Raimonds Vejonis in Riga on October 20.
Latvia wants to strengthen multifaceted cooperation with Vietnam, particularly between the two legislatures, Speaker of the Latvian Parliamentary Assembly of Inara Munierce has said.
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.
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.
Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (L) and State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Latvia Andrejs Pildegovics (Photo: VNA) 
