Vietnam and Russia will jointly organise theRussian Year in Vietnam and vice versa on the occasions of the 25th anniversaryof the treaty on the basic principles for bilateral friendship in 2019, and the70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties in 2020.
The two leaders said they are pleased with the rapidgrowth of bilateral ties in economy and trade, particularly after the freetrade agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasia Economic Union took effect.They agreed to step up measures to capitalise on the pact.
They noted that improvements should be made to the workof the Vietnam-Russia intergovernmental committee on economy-trade andscience-technology cooperation in monitoring and implementing bilateralagreements and in seeking new joint projects related to energy, transportinfrastructure, information, and telecommunications.
Talking about cooperation in energy, oil, and gas, astrategic sector for bilateral ties for years to come, the leaders agreed tocreate favorable conditions for Vietnamese and Russian firms to effectivelycarry out their existing projects. They said there will be more new projectswith the participation of national oil and gas companies from both sides.
They agreed to facilitate the operation of prioritisedinvestment projects in the two nations.
The leaders of the two countries said they will bothwork on the issuance of encouragement policies and the simplification ofprocedures and criteria helping their products – particularlyagro-forestry-fishery goods – find easier access to each other’s market. Theyconsidered it a good way to lift up bilateral trade turnover.
They stated the two countries will continue their closeand effective collaboration in defence-security, manifesting their mutual trustand in line with their comprehensive strategic partnership.
The leaders reached an agreement to implement a projecton building a centre for science and nuclear technology in Vietnam, consideringit a key cooperation project concerning the use of nuclear power for peacefulpurposes.
They agreed to enhance joint engagement ineducation-trainning, culture, and tourism as well as to boost cooperationbetween Vietnamese and Russian localities.
Trong and Putin exchanged their opinions regardinginternational and regional matters of common interests. They both supported thenecessity of tackling conflict by peaceful measures without the use of, orthreat to use, force and with respect to international law, particularly the UNCharter.
Party General Secretary Trong stated that Vietnam backsRussia’s increasing role in ensuring security, peace, stability, andcooperation in the Asia-Pacific, Southeast Asia, and in the world.
The leaders lauded contributions of Vietnameseexpatriates in Russia as an important bridge for bilateral relations.
The Vietnamese Party leader thanked the assistance ofRussian leaders and public authorities towards the community. He expectedfurther support will come to facilitate the life and work of Vietnameseexpatriates in Russia in contribution to traditional ties shared betweenVietnamese and Russians.
He took the occasion to invite the Russian President tovisit Vietnam in 2019. Putin accepted the invitation with delight. –VNA
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung affirmed that Vietnam’s new Government wishes to work closely with the Russian Government to push forward agreements reached between General Secretary and President Lam and President Putin, thereby elevating bilateral ties comprehensively.
Vietnam attaches great importance to its Strategic Partnership with Germany and regards it as one of its leading partners in Europe, said top leader To Lam.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man credited outgoing Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Vietnam Choi Young Sam with driving bilateral ties forward, pointing to expanded parliamentary and people-to-people exchanges that have added depth to the Vietnam-RoK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The PM welcomed Russian businesses and investors operating in Vietnam, saying their presence contributes to implementing agreements reached by the two countries’ top leaders and elevating mutually beneficial cooperation to a new level.
Despite being hit by natural disasters and climate change, Vietnam continues to join the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), UN peacekeeping operations, ASEAN disaster management cooperation, and deploy search-and-rescue and humanitarian assistance teams to countries affected by disasters and crises, thus translating solidarity into concrete action and ensuring that humanitarian considerations remain at the centre of all response efforts.
Addressing the plenary session of the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit marking 35 years of dialogue relations in Kazan, Russia, the Vietnamese PM stressed that amid unpredictable global developments, ASEAN and Russia need to work together to build a more balanced and sustainable environment.
Vietnam considers Canada one of its important partners, stressing that the two nations share common interests in peace, stability, the rule of law, diversification, and multilateralisation, said National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
After 20 years, US tech giant Intel has produced more than 4 billion semiconductor units, generating over 110 billion USD in export value for Vietnam.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's article marking the 101st anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day, PM Le Minh Hung's participation in the ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit, and the 14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union are among news highlights on June 18.
The congress set the overall goal of mobilising society to advance gender equality, improve women's material and spiritual well-being, and promote their comprehensive development. By 2030, Vietnamese women are expected to become a key driving force for national development, while the VWU aims to become a pioneering organisation championing women's equality and development.
The commemorative summit is regarded as an important occasion to deepen the ASEAN – Russia Strategic Partnership, reinforce political commitments, inject fresh momentum into cooperation and shape strategic orientations for the next phase of relations across the three pillars of politics – security, economy, and society – culture.
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National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man said on June 18 that women should not only participate in the process but also become one of the key forces shaping the country’s future.
Le Thi Thuy, President of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) for the 14th tenure, affirmed that in response to the country’s development requirements in the new era, the Central Committee and Standing Board of the VWU will continue to uphold the tradition of solidarity and unity, and make every effort to lead and coordinate the successful implementation of the Resolution of the 14th National Women’s Congress.
President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Alvaro Lario affirmed that IFAD attaches importance to its cooperation with Vietnam and appreciates the country’s proactive and responsible engagement within IFAD, including its participation in the Fund’s replenishment cycles.
Le Thi Thuy, Vice President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU), highlighted the significant achievements recorded by the Union and women's movements during the previous term, saying Vietnamese women have continued to demonstrate resilience, creativity, intellectual capacity and a strong commitment to national development.
Two-way trade has continued to grow, with Russia exporting products such as fertilisers and potash to Vietnam, while importing Vietnamese goods including garments-textiles and coffee. However, both sides agreed that overall trade turnover remains modest relative to the potential and the level of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.
PM Le Minh Hung's activities as part of his trip to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Russia, and a meeting of the permanent members of the Steering Committee for reviewing 100 years of the Party’s leadership of the revolution are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
The PM lauded the role and highly effective activities of the Union of Vietnamese Organisations in Russia, along with business associations, fellow-countrymen associations, professional associations, and community organisations, in uniting the community, protecting their rights and legitimate interests, upholding national cultural identity, and maintaining bonds with the homeland.
Vietnam today is one of the most dynamic economies in the world, and Russian businesses increasingly view the country as a gateway to the broader ASEAN market of more than 680 million consumers, said Russian Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov.