Vietnamese NA ready to share education reform experience with Philippines: Official
The Vietnamese National Assembly is ready to share experience in educational reform with the Philippines, NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai told a delegation from the Philippine Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) led by Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian, Co-chair of EDCOM 2 and Senate Chair of the Committee on Basic Education.
NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai (R) and Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)𒁏 – The Vietnamese National Assembly is ready to share experience in educational reform with the Philippines, NA Vice ChairmanNguyen Duc Hai told a delegation from the Philippine Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) led by Senator Sherwin T.Gatchalian, Co-chair of EDCOM 2 and SenateChair of the Committee on Basic Education.
Hai affirmed Vietnam treasures its strategic partnership with the Philippines and wants to continue fostering cooperation in the fields of politics,economy, national defence-security, culture, education and people-to-peopleexchanges, and in new areas through the parliamentary channel.
As the two countries will celebrate the 10th founding anniversary of strategic partnership in 2025 and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026, Hai said he was delighted to witness the increasingly effective and substantial development of bilateral relations in all fields over nearly half a century.
Welcomingthe results of an earlier working session between the Vietnamese NA's Committee for Culture andEducation and the Philippine delegation, the Vice Chairman affirmed support for expanding educational ties and further improving education quality in both countries, ultimatelycontributing to their socio-economic and cultural development.
Hai proposed further cooperation between thetwo legislatures, including exchange programmes for lawmakers and collaborationbetween their subordinate agencies. He highlighted the importance of sharingexperience in parliamentary activities, with a particular focus on educationand training.
🦋 Gatchalian, for his part, said theworking sessions between the delegation and the Vietnamese NA Committee forCulture and Education and the Ministry of Education and Training enable the two sides to further nurture cooperation in the time ahead.
He wished that both sides would continueprioritising cooperation in culture, education and tourism to further raisemutual understanding and solidarity between their people, aimingfor a more comprehensive and substantial bilateral relationship./.
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President Vo Van Thuong and his spouse hosted a banquet in honour of Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his spouse, who are on a state visit to Vietnam, in Hanoi on January 30 evening.
Vietnam and the Philippines have issued a joint press statement on the occasion of the State visit to Vietnam by Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr.
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.
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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.
NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai (R) and Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian (Photo: VNA) 
