Congratulations to Cambodian People’s Party’s founding anniversary
The Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) has sent a message of congratulations to the Central Committee of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) on its 69th founding anniversary (June 28, 1951-2020).
Secretary General of the Cambodian National Assembly Leng Peng Long (R) hands over a thank-you letter from the NA Chairperson to Vietnamese Ambassador Vu Quang Minh to acknowledge Vietnam's medical supplies for the country (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The CentralCommittee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) has sent a message ofcongratulations to the Central Committee of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP)on its 69th founding anniversary (June 28, 1951-2020).
The message said the CPV andVietnamese people highly evaluate the CPP’s leadership and the effectivedirection of the Cambodian Government in the fight against COVID-19 while ensuringthe implementation of the country’s socio-economic development goals.
Regarding the two countries’ commonefforts in the combat against the pandemic, the CPV is thankful for the closecooperation of the Cambodian Party, State, and people with Vietnam in theframeworks of bilateral ties and ASEAN collaboration, which has resulted inencouraging outcomes in both nations.
The mutual support was ever seen in the past when the two nations joined handsto overcome difficulties and challenges to gain victories during the strugglesto overthrow the Pol Pot genocidal regime in Cambodia and liberate the southand reunify the nation in Vietnam as well as in their national developmentprogress nowadays.
The Vietnamese Party, State andpeople are committed to doing their best in working with their Cambodian counterpartsto preserve and foster the two countries’ traditional solidarity and friendship,comprehensive and sustainable cooperation ./.
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Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation notified the Vietnamese Embassy on June 22 of the termination of the validity of a March diplomatic note on restricting cross-border travel between the two countries.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed enhancing economic and trade cooperation, including the development of railway connectivity between Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan, which will also strengthen links with Central Asian nations.
The new law abolishes the death penalty for eight criminal offenses: the crime aimed at overthrowing the people’s government; the crime of sabotaging state infrastructure and technical facilities; the crime of producing and trading counterfeit medicines for treatment and prevention; the crime of destroying peace and causing aggressive war; the crime of espionage; that of illegally transporting narcotics; embezzlement; and bribe taking.
Vietnam will continue to coordinate closely with and make positive contributions to the initiatives and collective work of the Group of 77 (G77) developing nations, said Ambassador Do Hung Viet, head of the Vietnamese Permanent Mission to the UN.
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Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed a decision establishing a Vietnamese sub-committee under the Joint Committee on Economic, Trade, and Investment Cooperation between the Vietnamese and Spanish Governments.
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The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on June 24 afternoon approved in principle an ordinance amending and supplementing several provisions of six ordinances relating to the jurisdiction of the People’s Courts and relevant agencies.
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The resolution, covering seven articles, delineates clear criteria, principles, procedures, and responsibilities for resolving problems caused by legal regulations.
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Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu stressed the need to enhance the performance of institutions established under the Convention, thereby reinforcing the role and vitality of UNCLOS, referred to as the “Constitution for the Oceans,” in maintaining maritime order, conserving and sustainably utilising marine resources, and contributing to global peace, stability, and sustainable development.
Regarding PM Chinh’s attendance at the WEF’s meeting in China for the third year in a row and Vietnam’s contributions to the forum, Ma said the Vietnamese leader has shared practical experiences and proposals on green economy aimed at facilitating trade and attracting foreign investment within the framework of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP); and offering fresh ideas for shaping strategies in economics, trade, and sustainable development.
In 2019, the Vietnamese association in PEI was established as a non-governmental organisation to support integration and development within the community. It has since organised a range of activities to maintain cultural identity, foster community cohesion, and strengthen ties with the homeland, while also contributing to the development of the host society.
Vietnam’s participation at the meeting underscores the country’s consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification, and proactive international integration in a broad, deep, and effective manner. It also conveys Vietnam’s ambition and determination to enter a new era - the era of the nation’s rise.
The amended law will take effect on July 1, 2025, except for provisions on civil servant evaluation in Section 3, Chapter IV, which will be implemented from January 1, 2026.