Vietnam ready to contribute to success of ASEAN - GCC Summit: ambassador
Vietnam is ready to contribute to the success of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations - Gulf Cooperation Council (ASEAN - GCC) Summit held in Saudi Arabia, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dang Xuan Dung.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dang Xuan Dung (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam is ready to contribute to the success of theAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations - Gulf Cooperation Council (ASEAN - GCC)Summit held in Saudi Arabia, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi ArabiaDang Xuan Dung.
As a key member of ASEAN, Vietnam has always upheld activeness and responsibility, contributing effectively to strengtheningrelations between ASEAN and the GCC, especially in 2018 when it assumed its role asa coordinating country of the ASEAN-GCC relationship, Dung said.
At this summit, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will joinsenior leaders of ASEAN and the GCC to share major initiatives and measures to boostcooperation between the two regions, expand and deepen collaboration of ASEANin general and Vietnam in particular with the entire GCC bloc and with each GCCmember in the fields of common concern such as trade, investment, energy andfood security, anti-terrorism, connectivity, tourism, promotion and protectionof the rights of migrant workers, and people-to-people exchanges.
The diplomat said that GCC member states, including SaudiArabia, are all priority cooperation partners of Vietnam in the Middle East andAfrica.
With huge development potential, the bilateral relationswill develop further in the coming time, Dung stated, adding that the PM’svisit to Saudi Arabia and his attendance at the summit this time will helpconsolidate political trust and deepen multi-faceted cooperation.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dang Xuan Dung meets with Prince Saud bin Talal bin Bader, Governor of Al-Ahsa (Photo: VNA)
In the fields of economics, trade, and investment, SaudiArabia is Vietnam's leading trade partner in the Middle East region. In 2022, two-waytrade reached 2.7 billion USD, up 32.4% year-on-year, which shows that this isa potential field that the two countries need to exploit, especially in the importand export of agricultural products and food according to Halal standards.
He proposed the two countries continue speeding upnegotiations towards the signing of agreements to complete the legal frameworkfor bilateral collaboration to create a favourable environment for economicties.
It is necessary to actively solve problems related tobusiness practices and legal regulations in investment and business in eachcountry, while enhancing information sharing about markets, and economic, tradeand investment cooperation opportunities.
The ambassador also stressed the need to create favourableconditions for localities and businesses of the two countries to proactivelyparticipate in each other's promotion activities and programmes; and wellorganise the fifth meeting of the Vietnam-Saudi Arabia joint committee./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will lead a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit (ASEAN-GCC), and visit Saudi Arabia from October 18 – 20.
A high-ranking delegation of Vietnam led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh leaves Hanoi on October 18 to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations - Gulf Cooperation Council (ASEAN - GCC) Summit and pay a visit to Saudi Arabia from October 18 to 20 at the invitation of the King of Saudi Arabia, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dang Xuan Dung (Photo: VNA) 
Vietnamese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dang Xuan Dung meets with Prince Saud bin Talal bin Bader, Governor of Al-Ahsa (Photo: VNA) 
