Vietnam’s National Day observed in South Africa, Cambodia
The Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa on August 30 held a grand ceremony to mark the 72nd anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution Day (August 19) and National Day (September 2).
The General Association of Vietnamese-Cambodian in Cambodia held a meeting on August 30 to mark the National Day. (Photo: VOV)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa on August 30held a grand ceremony to mark the 72nd anniversary of Vietnam’sAugust Revolution Day (August 19) and National Day (September 2).
Speaking at the ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Vu Van Dungrecalled the country’s historical milestone when President Ho Chi Minh read theDeclaration of Independence at Ba Dinh Square 72 years ago, officially givingbirth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic ofVietnam.
The more than seven decades have witnessed Vietnamese people’s tremendous effortsto overcome challenges to protect national freedom and independence as well aspromote national construction, he highlighted.
The Vietnamese Ambassador underlined that the Vietnamese Party and Governmentalways cherish comprehensive partnership relations with South Africa, hopingthat the two countries will further effective cooperation in fields of economy,trade, education, security and defence and environment protection.
He expressed his delight over strong cooperation in various sectors between thetwo nations with two-way trade standing at over 1.2 billion USD in 2016. Theyare targeting to increase bilateral trade to 3 billion USD by 2020, he added.
Meanwhile, Edward Xolisa Makaya, Chief Director for Africa at the Department ofInternational Relations and Cooperation of South Africa stated that both sidesneed to take advantage of the sound traditional political relations, includingsolidarity between the Communist Party of Vietnam and the African NationalCongress party, to bolster cooperation in fields of their demands and potentiallike tourism, defence and environment.
He expressed hope that Vietnam will continue to share experience inagricultural development and poverty reduction and the two countries willbolster coordination at regional and multilateral forums.
Vietnam’s traditional cuisine was offered to the participants at the event.
The anniversaries were also celebrated at a meeting in Cambodia on August 30 bythe General Association of Vietnamese-Cambodian in Cambodia.
President of the Association Chau Van Chi highlighted that Vietnamese peoplecommunity in Cambodia is an inseparable part of Vietnam and they always turntheir heart to the fatherland.
Meanwhile, Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Thach Du affirmed that Vietnameseexpatriates, including those in Cambodia, have played an important part in thecountry’s robust achievements in the past years.
An art performance was delivered at the meeting.-VNA
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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).
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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.
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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.
The General Association of Vietnamese-Cambodian in Cambodia held a meeting on August 30 to mark the National Day.
