Vietnam seeks stronger ties with Germany’s Hamburg
Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Vu Quang Minh on June 20 paid a courtesy call to Dr. Peter Tschentscher, First Mayor of the City of Hamburg, during which the two sides discussed the status and prospects of the Vietnam-Germany relations and those between Vietnamese cities and provinces and Hamburg.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Vu Quang Minh pays a courtesy call to Dr. Peter Tschentscher, First Mayor of the City of Hamburg, Germany on June 20. (Photo: VNA)
Berlin (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany VuQuang Minh on June 20 paid a courtesy call to Dr. Peter Tschentscher, FirstMayor of the City of Hamburg, during which the two sides discussed the statusand prospects of the Vietnam-Germany relations and those between Vietnamesecities and provinces and Hamburg.
The diplomat spoke highly of the two countries’ friendlycooperation which has been growing strong, saying the two sides have alwaysprovided support for each other, particularly at the time of COVID-19.
He took the occasion to thank the Government and people ofHamburg for, together with the cities of Bremen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern andSachsen-Anhalt, donating more than 190,000 COVID-19 test kits to Vietnam lastJune when the country was battling the worst-ever outbreak.
Given that Germany is currently Vietnam’s largest tradepartner and fifth biggest investor in the EU, the ambassador highlightedHamburg as an important gateway for Vietnam’s key export products, includingfootwear, clothing, coffee, pepper and wood, to enter Germany and the EU.
There is plenty of room for Vietnamese localities andHamburg to thrive, he said, adding that Vietnam is now signatory to 16 freetrade agreements, one of which is the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA),opening up various opportunities for enterprises from both sides.
He expressed his hope that Vietnamese localities and Hamburgwill further strengthen ties in the long-standing fields of shipbuilding andpersonnel training and expand to the new areas of green energy and renewableenergy. He also suggested Hamburg to set up a sisterly relationship with aVietnamese port city, like Da Nang, Hai Phong and Ho Chi Minh City.
Tschentscher, for his part, hailed the dynamic developmentof Vietnam over the recent years, saying that Hamburg backs the EVFTA as it minimisestrade barriers and create new impetus to boost the economic growth of the twocontinents.
Hamburg will prioritise diversifying economic, trade andinvestment relations with Asian countries, including Vietnam, the official said.
He expected to welcome representatives of Vietnameselocalities to visit Hamburg to discuss issues of mutual interest and seekpartnership opportunity./.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on April 7 appreciated the good development of the Vietnam-Germany strategic partnership over the past decade at a reception for the new Vietnamese Ambassador, Vu Quang Minh, following a ceremony to receive the ambassador's letter of credentials.
The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) convened their seventh dialogue in Berlin on May 16, talking green growth in line with environmental protection and climate change adaptation in the two countries.
President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) Prof. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thang has been busy on his visit to Germany from May 14 – 19, with renewable energy and climate action high on his working agenda.
The German Asia-Pacific Business Association (OAV) has held a seminar on business and investment in Vietnam, attracting the participation of many German firms.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Vu Quang Minh pays a courtesy call to Dr. Peter Tschentscher, First Mayor of the City of Hamburg, Germany on June 20. (Photo: VNA)
