As part of his official visit to Russia, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, who is also Chairman of Vietnam’s National Defence and Security Council, met with Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia and Chairman of the ruling United Russia party, on December 1 afternoon (local time).
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – As part of his official visit to Russia, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, who is also Chairman of Vietnam’s National Defenceand Security Council, met with Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the SecurityCouncil of Russia and Chairman of the ruling United Russia party, on December 1afternoon (local time).
Welcoming Phuc’s visit, Medvedev said that the visit willopen up a new stage of the stronger and more comprehensive and effective developmentof the Vietnam-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership. He affirmed the SecurityCouncil of Russia will continue backing and promoting bilateral cooperation inall fields.
The two sides expressed their satisfaction at a high level of trust in thebilateral political relationship, which is a basis forstrengthening cooperation and achieving positive results in strategic fieldssuch as defence, security, energy and oil and gas.
They agreed to further promote the bilateral cooperation in all fields,including cooperation between Vietnam’s Ministry of Defence and Ministry ofPublic Security and the Security Council of Russia, thus contributing to firmlyensuring independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of each country,and for peace, cooperation and development in the region and in the world.
The two leaders appreciated the close and reliablecooperation between the Communist Party of Vietnam and United Russia, withregular delegation exchanges and meetings maintained within both bilateral andmultilateral frameworks.
They affirmed that collaboration between the two parties plays an importantrole in the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia, andwelcomed the signing of the two parties’ cooperation plan for 2022-2024 withinthe framework of this official visit by the Vietnamese President./.
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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).
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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.
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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.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia (Photo: VNA) 
