Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Secretary-General of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Marcin Czepelak on November 24 cut the ribbon to inaugurate the PCA representative office in Hanoi where the nameplate reads "House of Peace".
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (third from left) and Secretary-General of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Marcin Czepelak (third from right) on November 24 cut the ribbon to inaugurate the PCA representative office in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Secretary-General of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Marcin Czepelak on November 24 cut the ribbon to inaugurate the PCA representative office in Hanoi where the nameplate reads "House of Peace".
Son affirmed that Vietnam highly appreciates the PCA's effective and active contributions to resolving disputes between countries and between nations and organisations, ensuring respect for international law and contributing to the maintenance of international peace and security.
Vietnam's support and assistance for the opening of a PCA office in Hanoi reflect the country’s strong commitment to promoting multilateralism, the United Nations Charter and the principles of international law, he said.
Son expressed his hope that the representative office in Hanoi will facilitate countries, organisations and individuals' access to the PCA's dispute resolving services amid increasing demand.
The minister expected that through the operation of the office, the two sides will strengthen cooperation in training international legal experts, and enhance the capacity of Vietnamese officials, civil servants and lawyers.
For his part, Czepelak said the opening of the office in Hanoi was an important milestone in the cooperation between the two sides, showing that Vietnam is an active and responsible member of the international community and actively promotes respect for international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes.
The representative offic👍e in Hanoi is the fifth CPA office established in addition to the headquarters in The Hague, the Netherlands./.
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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.
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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.
Vietnam is a country with which Russia shares a special relationship. In the 1950s and 60s, particularly during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, the two countries forged a deep bond. While much has changed over time, the friendship and cooperation between our nations have endured, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (third from left) and Secretary-General of the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) Marcin Czepelak (third from right) on November 24 cut the ribbon to inaugurate the PCA representative office in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA) 
