Vietnam, Morocco see potential for multi-sector cooperation
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc discussed potential fields for bilateral cooperation with President of the Moroccan House of Representatives Habib El Malki during a meeting in Hanoi on December 19.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) shakes hands with President of the Moroccan House of Representatives Habib El Malki (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc discussedpotential fields for bilateral cooperation with President of the Moroccan Houseof Representatives Habib El Malki during a meeting in Hanoi on December 19.
PM Phuc lauded outcomes of talks between his guest andNational Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, and stressed his belief thatthe ongoing trip in Vietnam of the Moroccan legislator would open up good prospectsfor the partnership between the two countries’ governments and parliaments.
For his part, Habib El Malki praised Vietnam’ssocio-economic achievement, adding that as both countries are investing heavilyin infrastructure as a basis for economic development, there is great potentialfor bilateral engagement in the field.
Morocco is willing to share experience with Vietnam insectors of its strength such as clean energy, fertilizer production, banking,and IT with Vietnam, he said.
The Moroccan legislator stated Vietnam is an importantpartner of his country, urging the two countries should coordinate to increasebilateral trade.
Morocco wants to increase the exchange of high-rankingdelegations with Vietnam, he said, expressing his wish that PM Phuc will soonpay an official visit to his country to promote comprehensive cooperation.
PM Phuc agreed that the two sides should share experience infields of their strength, and should act promptly to increase bilateral tradeimmediately next year. He said Vietnam, as a participant of variousnew-generation free trade agreements and an APEC member economy, can helpMorocco expand its market.
The PM also suggested tourism and agriculture for bilateralcooperation.
Phuc said he will assign relevant agencies to study thepotential for joint projects with Morocco, while in the immediate future, thetwo sides should promote exchanges between their business communities.-VNA
The newly-signed agreement between the parliaments of Vietnam and Morocco is an important legal foundation for the two sides to boost legislative relations as well as partnership in all fields, stated National Assembly (NA) Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan.
Vietnam welcomes and creates favourable conditions for Moroccan businesses to invest in the country and expand cooperation with local counterparts, President Tran Dai Quang has said.
Vietnam and Morocco should strengthen bilateral relations, bring into play cooperation mechanisms and increase the exchange of delegations at all level as well as people-to-people exchanges.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) shakes hands with President of the Moroccan House of Representatives Habib El Malki (Photo: VNA) 
