Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi has highlighted Vietnam – Russia ties as well as the significance of the upcoming Russia visit by President Nguyen Xuan Phuc from November 29 – December 2.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to RussiaDang Minh Khoi has highlighted Vietnam – Russia ties as well as thesignificance of the upcoming Russia visit by President Nguyen Xuan Phuc fromNovember 29 – December 2.
In an interview recentlygranted to Vietnam News Agency reporters in Moscow, Khoi said Vietnam – Russiaties are close-knit, loyal and rare in the world.
He said said the visit willfur♏ther deepen and lift bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership to agreater height in all areas in the new situation.
It manifests that Vietnam ispursuing the foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisationand diversification of ties for national benefits, as well as for the worldpeace and stability.
The visit also shows thatVietnam attaches importance to ties with Russia, considering the country a priorityin its foreign policy and a key partner while sincerely and consistentlysupporting Russia in an ever-changing world.
Third, it affirms thestrengthening of joint work against COVID-19 pandemic, especially in tไheresearch and production of vaccines and medicines.
More importantly, it will also boost links inall areas, especially in politics, economy, national defence-security, energy -oil and gas, education-training and people-to-people exchange, he said.
Looking back on the two decades of bilateral strategicpartnership towards the 10th anniversary of bilateral comprehensivestrategic partnership next year, Khoi said mutual political trust andunderstanding have increasingly been consolidated via regular visits andexchanges at all levels.
He also underscored achievements in bilateralcooperation in defence-security, energy – oil and gas, economy, trade andinvestment, and education and training.
Asked about which fields could be strengthened toboost ties, Khoi said both sides agreed to further share experience in fightingepidemics, and jointly study and produce vaccines and medicines. Vietnam couldbecome a Sputnik V vaccine production hub of Russia in Southeast Asia.
He suggested cultivating collaboration in economy-trade,national defence-security, the use of nuclear energy for peace purpose,education-training and people-to-people exchange.
The diplomat also highlighted the VietnameseEmbassy in Russia’s contributions to the fight against COVID-19 pandemic athome, including establishing a working group on vaccines, seeking the transferof Spunik V vaccine production technology as well as Sputnik V supply to Vietnam.
Vietnam’svaccine diplomatic policy൩ has been a success in the world, including in Russia,he stated./.
Delegates at a forum on November 23 suggested Vietnamese firms further study the Russian market to increase the export of agricultural and aquatic products to the country.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has expressed his hope that his upcoming visit to Russia will contribute to creating new momentum and breakthroughs to further deepen the Vietnam-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership.
The Vietnam Military History Museum kicked off an exhibition in Hanoi on the fine traditional friendship between Vietnam and Russia, aiming to educate military personnel and people, particularly youth, on the ties.
The Vietnam – Russia Youth Forum 2021, which took place both online and offline in Russia and Vietnam, wrapped up on November 26 after three days of sitting.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
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.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi (Photo: VNA) 
