Vietnam-Russian eighth annual strategic dialogue held in Saint Petersburg (Photo:VNA)
Vietnam and Russia have declared to bolster their comprehensive strategic partnership by speeding up agreements and prioritised joint projects in politics, economics-trade, defence-security, and humanitarian affairs.
This came from the two countries’ eighth annual strategic dialogue, co-chaired by Deputy Foreign Minister Ho Xuan Son and his Russian counterpart I. Morgulov in Saint Petersburg during the former’s visit to Russia from September 28-October 1.
Son had an exchange with the first Deputy Foreign Minister V. Titov in Moscow.
The two sides highly valued positive developments of the comprehensive strategic partnership in recent time and activities celebrating the 65 th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties.
They stressed the need for accelerating locality connectivity and enhancing bilateral cooperation in regional economic links.
Touching upon regional and international issues of shared concern, the two sides underscored stronger collaboration and affiliation at multilateral forums and international organisations as well as in maintaining peace and stability in Asia-Pacific.
In Russia, Deputy Minister Son visited Saint Petersburg University and its Ho Chi Minh Institute.
♔ He expressed his hope that the Ho Chi Minh Institute, established in 2010, and Saint Petersburg will work more for the friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Russia.-VNA
NA Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong has reaffirmed that Vietnam continually treasures its comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia during her official visit to Russia from September 20-23.
Russia was the 17th largest investor in Vietnam as of late June with 107 projects worth nearly 2 billion USD, as heard at a September 23 press conference in Hanoi on bilateral economic and trade ties.
Vietnam and Russia convened their eighth annual strategic dialogue in Saint Petersburg on September 28, discussing bilateral ties and regional and global issues of shared concern.
The Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised a meeting in Hanoi on Sep. 29 for Vietnamese and Russian enterprises to help share information and seek investment cooperation opportunities.
The defence cooperation between Vietnam and Russia is considered one of the cornerstones in the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership, which has been increasingly reinforced in recent years.
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.
Vietnam-Russian eighth annual strategic dialogue held in Saint Petersburg (Photo:VNA)
