Belgian lower house leader affirms support for collaboration with Vietnam
The President of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives, Eliane Tillieux, on February 16 affirmed her backing for strengthening relations with Vietnam while receiving Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao in Brussels.
President of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives, Eliane Tillieux (R) receives Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao (Photo: VNA)
Brussels (VNA) - The President of the Belgian Chamber ofRepresentatives, Eliane Tillieux, on February 16 affirmed her backing forstrengthening relations with Vietnam while receiving Vietnamese AmbassadorNguyen Van Thao in Brussels.
Leaders of the Belgian parliament over the past time haveattached great importance to maintaining and consolidating relations with the SoutheastAsian nation, including cooperation between localities and citizens, statedTillieux.
She also pledged to coordinate closely with the VietnameseNational Assembly in promoting common concerns in socio-economic affairs, sharinglegislative experience, and carrying out activities in celebration of the 50th founding anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties this year.
Thao said that thanks to the effective implementation of theEU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), two-way trade hit a record high of 6billion EUR (6.34 billion USD) last year, up 65% year-on-year.
Therefore, to boost investment, he proposed the Belgianlower house support and promote the ratification of the EU-Vietnam InvestmentProtection Agreement (EVIPA).
He also conveyed NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s invitation tovisit Vietnam to the Belgian lower house leader./.
In its foreign policy, Vietnam always treasures its comprehensive partnership and cooperation with the European Union (EU) as well as Belgium and other EU member nations, Permanent Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man said at a reception for visiting First Vice President of the Belgian Senate Andries Gryffroy in Hanoi on November 16.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and President of the Chamber of Representatives of Belgium Eliane Tillieux have agreed to promote cooperation and facilitate all-level visits between the two legislatures and offer mutual support at regional and global inter-parliamentary forums.
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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).
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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.
President of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives, Eliane Tillieux (R) receives Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao (Photo: VNA) 
