National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien received a delegation of Australian parliamentarians led by Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on the Parliamentary Library Rowan Ramsay in Hanoi on July 16.
National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien (R) and his Australian guest.(Photo: daibieunhandan.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien receiveda delegation of Australian parliamentarians led by Chair of the Joint StandingCommittee on the Parliamentary Library Rowan Ramsay in Hanoi on July 16.
The host expressed his belief that the visit will help Australianparliamentarians better their understanding of Vietnam and have chances tofoster exchanges between the two countries parliamentarians in a practical andeffective manner in the time to come, thus contributing to promoting thestrategic partnership between Vietnam and Australia.
Hien spoke highly of the two legislatures’ establishment of their friendshipparliamentarians’ groups, wishing that the groups will cooperate closely tohelp promote the friendship between the two legislative bodies.
The increase of exchanges between the two countries’ parliamentarians willactively contribute to strengthening mutual understanding between lawmakers aswell as people of Vietnam and Australia, thus fostering the bilateral relationsvia the parliamentary channel, he said.
He said he hopes that Rowan Ramsay and other Australian parliamentarians willsupport and create favourable conditions for the Vietnamese community in Australiaso that they can contribute more to the development of the host country and thebilateral ties.
For his part, Rowan Ramsay expressed his wish to continue to further developthe relationship between the two countries in the time ahead.
He appreciated Vietnam’s active participation in the UN peacekeeping missions andits respect for international law in solving the East Sea issues.
The same day, the Australian delegation had a working session with SecretaryGeneral - Chairman of the Office of the NA Nguyen Hanh Phuc, who is also Chairman ofthe Vietnam-Australia Friendship Parliamentarians’ Group.
To further strengthen the cooperation between the two parliaments, Phucsuggested both sides increase the exchange of delegations at all levels,supervise the implementation of cooperation agreements signed between theGovernments, and share information on parliamentary activities in each country.
Agreeing with the NA Secretary General, Rowan Ramsay affirmed that he will makemore efforts to foster the collaboration between the legislatures as well asthe Vietnam-Australia ties in general.-VNA
Vietnam and Australia will work together to consolidate political and strategic trust through regular exchange of all-level visits and meetings, and via all channels, in order to make their relationship on par with the strategic partnership, said President Tran Dai Quang.
President Tran Dai Quang and Governor-General of Australia Peter Cosgrove have agreed to strengthen political and strategic trust between the two countries by enhancing the exchange of visits and meetings.
Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has granted an interview to Vietnam News Agency’s correspondents in Sydney on the occasion of her visit to Vietnam from May 26-28.
Bilateral trade between Vietnam and Australia is poised to grow thanks to lower tariffs under free trade agreements, according to Vo Tan Thanh, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).
Lawmakers are set to vote on revisions and amendments to a broad spectrum of legal frameworks and impactful resolutions during the final week of the 15th NA's 9th session.
The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) has served as a bridge connecting and uniting the community with the homeland, becoming a trusted source of support for Vietnamese expats in times of hardship.
The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses has achieved notable results, with nearly 263,000 housing units addressed to date, including 225,000 houses inaugurated and 38,000 under construction. Thirty-eight provinces and cities across the nation have already fulfilled their targets.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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).
National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien (R) and his Australian guest.(Photo: daibieunhandan.vn) 
