Vietnam’s National Day marked in US, Sweden, Venezuela
The Vietnamese embassies in the US, Sweden and Venezuela have held ceremonies to celebrate the 79th anniversary of Vietnam's National Day (September 2).
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell at the event. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)🅘 – The Vietnamese embassies in the US, Sweden and Venezuela have held ceremonies to celebrate the 79th anniversary of Vietnam's National Day (September 2).
At a celebration in Washington on September 5, the Vietnamese Ambassador to the US highlighted important milestones and achievements in the country’s national construction and development over the past 79 years. He also underscored the significant progress and results in all aspects of Vietnam-US relations since the two countries normalised relations in 1995, including the establishment of a comprehensive partnership in 2013 and the elevation of their relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2023.
Addressing the event, US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell affirmed that the US will continue to cooperate closely with Vietnam to effectively implement the comprehensive strategic partnership framework, while preparing well for the 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties next year.
Participants were treated to special music performances and regional specialties of Vietnam.
Ambassador Tran Van Tuan introduces a photo exhibition about Vietnam to Andreas Carlson, Minister of Infrastructure and Housing of Sweden. (Photo: VNA)
In Stockholm, Vietnamese Ambassador to Sweden Tran Van Tuan reviewed major achievements that Vietnam has reaped in recent years despite the complicated developments in the world and the region, risks from prolonged conflicts and increasing uncertainties. The ambassador affirmed that Vietnam has recorded a positive economic growth rate, with controlled inflation, expanding trade and foreign investment and improving people's living standards. The country’s independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security have been maintained while development goals effectively realised, he added.
One of the highlights in the celebration was an Ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress) show with the theme “Vietnam-Sweden: 55 Years of Friendship” by the Hanoi-based Vietnam Ao Dai Heritage Club. Through the collection, the designers want to highlight the strong and sustainable development of the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Sweden over the past 55 years, meeting the aspirations of the two countries' people.
A similar event also took place at the Vietnamese embassy in Venezuela on September 5 during which Ambassador Vu Trung My highlighted the significance of the day when President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, founding the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
Regarding the Vietnam-Venezuela relationship, he affirmed that Vietnam wishes to practically develop the comprehensive partnership between the two countries, making it on par with the sound political relationship between the Communist Party of Vietnam and the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV)./.
World leaders have sent letters and messages of congratulations to Vietnamese Party and State leaders and people on the 79th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).
The Vietnamese Consulate General in Western Australia and Northern Territory recently held a ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of the National Day of Vietnam (September 2).
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.
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.
