Hanoi and Vientiane share experience in popularisation work (Source:www.hanoimoi.com.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Officials from Hanoiand Vientiane’s commissions for information and education shared experience ata workshop in Hanoi on September 19.
They discussed political thought education andprofessional experiences as well as the promotion of youth cooperation and therole of press agencies in communication activities.
Head of the Hanoi Party Committee’s Commissionfor Information and Education Nguyen Van Phong asked the two sides toincrease exchanges and raise public awareness of ties between Vietnam and Laos.
Head of the Vientiane Party Committee’sCommission for Propaganda and Training Khemphet Phengduongchan said Hanoi andVientiane share many similarities in development.
She noted that with a population of about800,000 people from 46 ethnic groups, Vientiane faces some difficulties in educatingpolitical thought, adding that the city has no experts in the field.
The Hanoi official underlined major challengesfor the capital city, including how to reinforce trust in the Party leadershipand prevent hostile forces from hindering development.
He said the most urgent task is reforming informationand education work while making effective use of social networks.
Earlier the same day, Vice Secretary of Hanoi’sParty Committee Dao Duc Toan hosted a reception for delegates from Vientiane’sParty Committee’s Commission for Propaganda and Training, during which hereiterated Hanoi’s support for stronger bilateral cooperation.-VNA
The Vietnamese and Lao governments should deliberate accelerating joint investment projects in the coming time, including the Hanoi-Vientiane expressway and the Hon La – Khammouan oil pipeline.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and Party General Secretary and President of Laos Bounnhang Volachith witnessed the signing of seven cooperation documents after their talks in Vientiane on November 24, on the occasion of the Vietnamese Party chief's official visit to Laos.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport and Laos’s Ministry of Public Works and Transport are set to take the next steps to soon implement the project on building a Hanoi-Vientiane expressway in 2017.
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Governor of Laos’ Vientiane capital Sinlavong Khoutphaythoun received visiting Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen The Hung in the Lao capital city on March 13.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has hailed the cooperation between Hanoi and the Lao capital city of Vientiane and expected the two cities to continue their exchanges and support.
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.
Hanoi and Vientiane share experience in popularisation work (Source:www.hanoimoi.com.vn) 
