The Vietnamese Embassy in the UK held a ceremony on September 20 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the National Day, gathering more than 500 guests from the host country's parliament, ministries, sectors, localities, international organisations in the UK and the Vietnamese community in the country.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Long (second from right) and British guests at the ceremony. (Photo: VNA)
London (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in theUK held a ceremony on September 20 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of theNational Day, gathering more than 500 guests from the host country's parliament,ministries, sectors, localities, international organisations in the UK and the Vietnamese community in the country.
Speaker of the House of Commons of the UK Lindsay Hoyle; Minister of State atthe Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Amanda Milling, Secretary of Statefor Defence Ben Wallace; and Communist Party of Britain (CPB) General SecretaryRobert Griffiths were among guests.
Addressing the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Longunderlined that the event also aims to celebrate the friendship between Vietnam and partners and all countries in the world.
Highlighting the achievements that Vietnam has made after 35 years of “Doi Moi”(Renewal), the diplomat noted that from a war-torn country, Vietnam has becomethe fourth leading economies in ASEAN and the 37th in the world,as well as one of the most open economies with the signing of 14 free tradeagreements (FTA), including new generation deals.
As a responsible member of the United Nations, Vietnam hasbeen elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Counciltwice, and excellently performed the role of ASEAN Chair twice, including in 2020 amid the challengingsituation due to COVID-19, he said.
The diplomat also spotlighted the growth of the Vietnam-UKstrategic partnership over the years, including many high-level visits to eachother.
He underlined that Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’sparticipation in the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) inGlasgow, Scotland this November and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son’s attendanceat the G7-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will contribute to strongly boostingthe bilateral partnership in the future.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Long (L) receives 1 billion VND donated by Pham Minh Nam, Chairman of the London-based New World Fashion Group, to the national COVID-19 vaccine fund. (Photo: VNA)
At the ceremony, the Vietnamese Embassy honoured a number of individuals andorganisations in the UK for supporting Vietnam in COVID-19 prevention andcontrol activities. They have raised about 575,400 USD in cash and medicalsupplies for Vietnam.
The embassy also auctioned three paintings by Vietnameseyoung painters for 6,700 pounds (9,158 USD) for the COVID-19 fight at home.
Participants also had a chance to enjoy a photo collectionfeaturing UNESCO-recognised tangible and intangible heritages of Vietnam, aswell as Vietnamese culture and cuisine./.
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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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Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
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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.
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The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Long (second from right) and British guests at the ceremony. (Photo: VNA) 
Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Long (L) receives 1 billion VND donated by Pham Minh Nam, Chairman of the London-based New World Fashion Group, to the national COVID-19 vaccine fund. (Photo: VNA) 
