Lao leaders welcome visiting defence minister of Vietnam
Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang paid courtesy calls to General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and the country’s Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh in Vientiane on September 13.
General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith (R) and Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang meet in Vientiane on September 13. (Photo: VNA)
Vientiane (VNA) –Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang paid courtesy calls to GeneralSecretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos ThonglounSisoulith and the country’s Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh in Vientiane onSeptember 13.
Giang affirmed to the Lao leaders that Vietnam alwaystreasures and exerts efforts to maintain and bring into play its special and faithfulrelations with Laos, which is vital to each country’s politicalregime.
He thanked the Party, Government,people, and defence ministry of Laos for creating favourable conditions for thesearch for and repatriation of remains of Vietnam’s volunteer soldiers andexperts falling down in Laos.
The minister also expressed his hopethat the Lao Party, Government, and National Assembly will continue providingmechanism and policy support for Vietnamese enterprises, including militaryfirms, to operate in Laos in such fields as telecommunications, informationtechnology, digital transformation, and construction.
Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh (R) receives Vietnamese Defence Minister Gen. Phan Van Giang in Vientiane on September 13. (Photo: VNA)
The two Laoleaders said that Giang’s selection of Laos as the first country to visitas Defence Minister of Vietnam reflected the particularly close bonds between the two countries and the two armies.
Earlier the same day, Giang and hisLao counterpart Chansamone Chanyalath held talks, during which they discussedinternational and regional issues of common concern, reviewed cooperationoutcomes in the recent past, and suggested cooperation orientations for thetime ahead.
They expressed support for intensifying ties among the armies of Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, including maintaining the annual meeting of the three countries' defence ministers and supporting each other at multilateral events hosted by each of them. They agreed to study joint activities in different forms among the countries' armies./.
The exhibition showcases many photos of late Presidents Ho Chi Minh and Souphanouvong taken and kept by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) and the Lao News Agency (KPL).
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue said he hoped that the state audit agencies of Vietnam and Laos will further enhance the exchange of delegations, training and experience sharing for their auditors.
A meeting was held in Vientiane on September 9 to mark the 60th anniversary of Vietnam – Laos diplomatic ties and the 45th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation between the two nations.
Trade turnover between Vietnam and Laos hit 1.076 billion USD in the first eight months of this year, an increase of 27% compared to the same period last year.
Vietnam and Laos have achieved much from their cooperation, playing a significant part in sustaining political stability and socio-economic development in each country, Counselor and Deputy Ambassador of Laos to Vietnam Chanthaphone Khammanichanh told the Vietnam News Agency.
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.
General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith (R) and Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang meet in Vientiane on September 13. (Photo: VNA) 
Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh (R) receives Vietnamese Defence Minister Gen. Phan Van Giang in Vientiane on September 13. (Photo: VNA) 
