Minister of Public Security General To Lam held separate talks with Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, as part of the Vietnamese official’s visit to the country from July 17-19.
At the talks between Minister of Public Security General To Lam and Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi. (Photo: VNA)
Rome (VNA) – Minister of Public SecurityGeneral To Lam held separate talks with Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and JusticeMinister Carlo Nordio, as part of the Vietnamese official’s visit to the countryfrom July 17-19.
At the talks with the host Interior Minister, theofficials highlighted results of cooperation between the two ministries, withthe signing of an agreement on collaboration in crime combat in 2014.
The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security has sentmany officials to Italy to join training courses on crime combat held by theInterior Ministry, and others on peacekeeping financed by the Italiangovernment.
Lam noted with pleasures the positive, comprehensivedevelopments of the relations between Vietnam and Italy over the past 50 years,saying through high-ranking delegation exchanges and cooperation mechanisms,the two countries have enhanced substantive, effective cooperation in politics,diplomacy, economy, national defence and security, science-technology, cultureand education, and connectivity between their localities.
At the talks with the Justice Minister, Lamspoke highly of the Italian government’s inclusion of Vietnam into the list of20 priority countries in trade and investment cooperation this year, as well asits issuance of a new strategy to boost development collaboration with theAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), creating favourable conditionsfor the two countries to elevate their relations to a new high.
Minister of Public Security General To Lam (L) and Italian Justice Minister Carlo Nordio. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam stands ready to serve as a bridge betweenItaly and ASEAN, help Italy participate in cooperation mechanisms inAsia-Pacific, and support the country in multilateral forums, he said.
Along with the 2014 agreement, two others onextradition and the transfer of sentenced persons signed on this occasion aresignificant to the bilateral cooperation in crime prevention and control, theminister noted.
Nordio, for his part, suggested the two sides sooncomplete their own procedures to put the new legal documents in place, increasehigh-ranking delegation exchanges, and share information and experience incrime combat, especially organised, transnational, high-tech, drug and economiccrimes, and human smugglers./.
The Italian Trade Agency in Vietnam announced on May 26 that it has teamed up with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the General Confederation of Italian Industry to set up the ASEAN Education and Business Programme (VELP 2023).
The Vietnamese Embassy in Italy recently held a series of political, economic and cultural events in Lombardy, the largest economic and financial hub in Italy, as part of the Vietnam – Italy Year 2023 celebrating the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties.
Vietnam and Italy have agreed to strengthen defence cooperation in various fields, focusing on delegation exchange at all levels, human resources training, defence industry and technology transfer.
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.
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.
At the talks between Minister of Public Security General To Lam and Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi. (Photo: VNA) 
Minister of Public Security General To Lam (L) and Italian Justice Minister Carlo Nordio. (Photo: VNA) 
