Vietnam, China enhance cooperation between state audit offices
The two sides agreed to further strengthen their cooperation, meeting the growing requirements of public auditing while aligning with their countries’ comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.
The signing ceremony of the fourth MoU between the State Audit Office of Vietnam and the National Audit Office of China in Beijing on March 17. (Photo: VNA)
Beijing (VNA) – Auditor General Ngo Van Tuan, who is leading a delegation from the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) on their visit to China, held talks with his Chinese counterpart Hou Kai in Beijing on March 17.
Opening the talks, Auditor General of the National Audit Office of China (CNAO) Hou highlighted that 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and China, providing further momentum to enhance collaboration across various sectors, including public auditing.
Tuan, for his part, commended the productive cooperation between the SAV and the CNAO over nearly two decades, particularly through their annual joint seminars on key topics matching international auditing trends.
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The talks in Beijing on March 17 (Photo: VNA)
The two sides agreed to further strengthen their cooperation, meeting the growing requirements of public auditing while aligning with their countries’ comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.
They said they will focus on increasing exchanges of high-level and specialised delegations, and enhancing knowledge-sharing through seminars and discussions, particularly on auditing in the fields of IT, big data, environment, and corruption prevention. They agreed to continue training programmes, scholarships, and short-term courses, explore chances for joint or parallel audits on sustainable development, and expand cooperation within ASOSAI and international auditing forums.
The SAV and CNAO later signed their fourth memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration, folllowing the previous MoUs signed in 2004, 2013, and 2019. The pact is expected to drive their experience exchanges, along with collaboration in research and specialised training programmes.
After the signing ceremony, the two sides convened their 7th joint seminar on digital transformation in auditing and thematic audits.
Participants shared insights and best practices on integrating digital technology into൩ audit operations. They noted that the new MoU is not just a milestone but a starting point for a period of deeper cooperation, aiming at sustainable and effective public auditing practices./.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man encouraged the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) to leverage its extensive operational experience to identify gaps in policies and laws. By doing so, it can proactively propose timely amendments and improvements
The State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) was elected as one of the two members of the Asian Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) Audit Committee for the 2024-2027 term at the second plenary session of the 16th ASOSAI Assembly in New Delhi, India, on September 27.
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man applauded the State Audit of Vietnam (SAV) for its efforts and contributions to national development over the last three decades, at a ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the agency held in Hanoi on July 11.
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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).
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