Deputy Minister of Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh and Minister of Revolutionary Armed Forces Sen. Lt. Gen. Leopoldo Cintra Frias sign minutes on implementing a dossier on the 60-year history of Vietnam-Cuba 60-year defence partnership (Photo: VNA)
Havana (VNA) – Deputy Minister of DefenceSen. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh is leading a delegation from the ministry on anofficial visit to Cuba from May 4-8.
On May 6, the Vietnamese delegation had a defencepolicy dialogue with the Ministry of the Revolutionary ArmedForces of Cuba.
Minister of Revolutionary Armed Forces Sen. Lt.Gen. Leopoldo Cintra Frias said Cuba pursues a consistent policy of attachinggreat importance to sound friendly relations with Vietnam.
Deputy Minister Vinh affirmed that Vietnamalways wants to further enhance the faithful relations between the twocountries’ armies in particular and the two Parties, States and peoples ingeneral.
The two sides expressed their pleasure at theoutcomes of the bilateral defence partnership over the past time and agreed toboost the bilateral cooperation in this field in a more effective manner so asto strengthen each country’s defence power for the protection of theirrespective sovereignty, territorial integrity, and revolutionary achievements.
They will tighten coordination in the fieldsthat had been agreed in the bilateral defence cooperation plan.
The Cuban side hoped to boost cooperation withVietnam in food security, defence industry, protection of the socialistideological foundation on cyberspace, and neutralization of hostile forces’sabotage attemps in the new situation.
The two sides agreed that in 2020, Vietnam andCuba will organise practical activities to celebrate the 60th foundinganniversary of bilateral defence partnership.
The two sides also took the occasion to comparednotes on regional and international issues of mutual concerns.
On the occasion, the two ministries signedminutes on implementing a dossier on the 60-year history of Vietnam-Cuba60-year defence partnership.
Under the document, they will work together toresearch, compile and publish a set of books on Vietnam-Cuba 60-year defencepartnership (1960-2020) and make a documentary film about the bilateral defencerelations.
The idea on the dossier was agreed by leadersof the two defence ministries during the visit to Cuba in March 2018 by adelegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam led by General Secretary NguyenPhu Trong.-VNA
Vietnam-Cuba defence cooperation is a symbol of the friendly relations and special brotherhood between the two States and peoples, according to Cuban President Raul Castro Ruz.
Sen. Lieu. Gen. Luong Cuong, Chairman of the VPA's Gen. Department of Politics of received a delegation from the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces led by Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen Leopoldo Cintra Frias
A workshop on trade and investment promotion in Cuba and the 8th meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Joint Business Council were held in Hanoi on April 9 by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the Cuban Chamber of Commerce.
A two-day seminar discussing the role of State-owned enterprise (SOEs) reform in socio-economic development opened in Hanoi on April 17, as part of the Vietnam-Cuba friendly cooperation framework.
Vietnamese National Assembly Vice Chairman Uong Chu Luu has met with Vice President of the State Council and Comptroller General of Cuba Gladys Bejerano Portela and Vice President of the Council of Ministers Marino Murillo as part his working visit to the Caribbean nation.
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).
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.
Deputy Minister of Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh and Minister of Revolutionary Armed Forces Sen. Lt. Gen. Leopoldo Cintra Frias sign minutes on implementing a dossier on the 60-year history of Vietnam-Cuba 60-year defence partnership (Photo: VNA) 
