PM meets UN Secretary-General, leaders of some European countries
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the government leaders of the UK, Germany and Croatia in Glasgow on November 1 evening (London time) on the sidelines of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (R) welcomes Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the COP 26 (Photo: VNA)
Glasgow (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with UNSecretary-General Antonio Guterres and the government leaders of the UK,Germany and Croatia in Glasgow on November 1 evening (London time) on thesidelines of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).
Meeting with the UN Secretary-General, PM Chinh stressed that Vietnamhighly values the UN’s central role and hopes to enhance comprehensivecooperation with the body.
Guterres applauded the country’s participation in international affairs,including climate change response and engagement in the UN peacekeeping force,as well as its responsible performance as a non-permanent member of the UN SecurityCouncil during 2020 - 2021.
Talking about considerable climate change impacts on Vietnam, PM Chinhreaffirmed the country’s strong commitment to the fight against climate change.
The UN Secretary-General spoke highly of Vietnam’s commitment at COP26 toachieving net zero emissions, which is a meaningful contribution to the world’scommon efforts to cope with the climate crisis. He expressed the readiness to assistthe country during the transition to a green and circular economy and renewableenergy development, and to help Vietnam and other countries along the Mekong Riverto deal with land erosion and saltwater intrusion, among others.
Also on late November 1, the Vietnamese leader met with British PM BorisJohnson, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, and Croatian PM Andrej Plenkovic.
The leaders expressed their delight at Vietnam’s bilateral cooperation withthe European countries, whose leaders spoke highly of PM Chinh’s speech at theCOP26 and described Vietnam as a good example for the international community.
They pledgedto continue assistance for Vietnam and other countries in the Mekong Riverbasin to handle land erosion, saltwater intrusion, and other issues to ensure foodsecurity and sustainable development. They said Vietnam’s commitments havehelped strengthen investors’ trust, and that they are ready to help the countryduring the transition to a green and circular economy and renewable energydevelopment.
The leaders of the UK, Germany, and Croatia added they are willing to keepsupporting Vietnam with vaccines and medical supplies in the time ahead.
On this occasion, PM Chinh offered sincere thanks to the British,German, and Croatian governments for providing Vietnam with vaccines./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the opening ceremony of the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland (UK), on November 1 afternoon (local time).
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had bilateral meetings with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland (the UK), on November 1 (local time).
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivered his remarks at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland (the UK), on November 1. The following is the full remarks.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with President of the US Joe Biden, President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Moon Jae-in, Prime Minister of Thailand Prayut Chan-o-cha, and the Chairperson and CEO of the Global Environment Fund (GEF) in Glasgow, the UK, on late November 1 (UK time).
Four partners have collectively pledged 665 million USD toward a platform managed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) that aims to mobilise an additional 7 billion USD for low-carbon and climate-resilient infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia and accelerate the region’s recovery from COVID-19.
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.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
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.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (R) welcomes Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the COP 26 (Photo: VNA) 
