Vietnam, Russia step up economic-trade, sci-tech cooperation
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha chaired a meeting of the Vietnam-Russia Inter-Governmental Committee on Economic-Trade and Scientific-Technological Cooperation in Hanoi on December 12.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha chairs a meeting of the Vietnam-Russia Inter-Governmental Committee on Economic-Trade and Scientific-Technological Cooperation in Hanoi on December 12. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha chaired a meeting of the Vietnam-Russia Inter-Governmental Committee on Economic-Trade and Scientific-Technological Cooperation in H♕anoi on December 12.
Leaders of ministries and agencies reported on the implementation of cooperation between the two countries up to 2030, and the progress made since the 25th meeting held in September.
They discussed obstacles in projects across industry, agriculture, trade, healthcare, tourism, labour and education. Additionally, they explored the possibility of expanding cooperation in the oil and gas sector and other traditional energy industries, as well as construction of the Russian school and Moscow house in Hanoi.
The Deputy PM urged ministries to continue working closely with Russian counterparts to effectively realise the agreements reached at the 25th meeting. He underlined the need to resolve challenges arising during the implementation of projects, and to uphold the role of the Inter-Governmental Committee in advancing cooperation in bilateral trade.
During the 25th meeting, both sides agreed on over 100 items across more than 20 cooperation areas, with a commitment to advancing relations across politics-diplomacy, economy-trade-investment, agriculture, industry, energy - oil and gas, information - communications, science - education, and culture – sports, tourism and people-to-people exchange.
They reiterated their commitment to consolidating political trust, facilitating the exchange of delegations at all levels, increasing bilateral trade to achieve balance and sustainability, including facilitating the access of agricultural products and pharmaceuticals to each other's market.
The two sides pledged to boost the teaching of Vietnamese and Russian languages in both countries, maintain scholarships for Vietnamese students, and attract Russian students to Vietnam through easier visa procedures. The Russian side also took note of Vietnam's proposal to offer more support for the Vietnamese community living in Russia./.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has highlighted the success of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s trip to Russia from October 23-24 to attend the expanded BRICS Summit in Kazan.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh described energy and oil-gas cooperation as an important pillar of the Vietnam-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership while receiving Russian Minister of Energy Sergey Tsivilev in Kazan on October 23.
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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
