Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh met with Second Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Pehin Dato Lim Jock Seng in the central city of Da Nang on November 9.
Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) and Second Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Pehin Dato Lim Jock Seng (Source: VNA)
Da Nang(VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh met withSecond Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei PehinDato Lim Jock Seng in the central city of Da Nang on November 9.
The ministersexpressed their delight at growth of the two nations’ relations over the pastyears, hailed the outcomes of the second meeting of the Vietnam – Brunei JointCommission for Bilateral Cooperation in Hanoi in February and agreed onthe third meeting in Brunei in 2018.
The two sidesaffirmed to work closely with each other to deepen the cooperation in thefields of politics, security, national defence, maritime cooperation, andeducation.
FM Minh suggestedthe two sides maintain the current cooperation mechanisms and study newcooperation agreements in potential fields, such as tourism, labour, aviation,agriculture and fishery.
Minister Lim JockSeng agreed that the two sides will accelerate negotiations on a memorandum ofunderstanding on labour cooperation, study a direct flight between Brunei andHanoi, and cooperate in halal food.
He pledged tocontinue working closely with Vietnam to address issues related to fishermenand vessels, and ensure legitimate rights of Vietnamese citizens living andworking in Brunei.
The two sidesexchanged international and regional issues of common interest and agreed tostrengthen cooperation at multi-lateral forums, such as the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Asia – Europe Meeting (ASEM), the UnitedNations.
The Brunei Ministerspoke highly of the initiatives and efforts of Vietnam in hosting the 2017 APECEconomic Leaders’ Week and pledged that his country will support Vietnam tosuccessfully accomplish its APEC Year 2017 hos♋t, as well as to raise the roleand reputation of APEC for peace, prosperity, and cooperation in the region andthe world.-VNA
Vietnam and Brunei committed to lifting two-way trade to 500 million USD by 2025 at the first meeting of their Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation in Hanoi on February 27.
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai lauded the outcomes of the first meeting of the Vietnam-Brunei Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation.
The presence of the Sultan of Brunei at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in November in Vietnam is expected to help tighten bilateral relations and bolster two-way trade towards the target of 500 million USD by 2025.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah agreed to further enhance bilateral partnership in trade, industry, agriculture and tourism at their meeting on April 29.
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 Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) and Second Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Brunei Pehin Dato Lim Jock Seng (Source: VNA)
