Vietnam, Laos hold 8th deputy ministerial-level political consultation
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet and his Lao counterpart Phoxay Khaykhamphithoune co-chaired the 8th political consultation between the two Ministries of Foreign Affairs in Vientiane, Laos, on June 28.
Vientiane (VNA) – VietnameseDeputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet and his Lao counterpart PhoxayKhaykhamp▨hithoune co-chaired the 8th political consultation between the two Ministries of Foreign💙 Affairs in Vientiane, Laos, on June 28.
Both sides expressed their delight at the positivedevelopment of the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensivecooperation between the two countries over the past years, including their closecoordination to hold Laos visits by Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong in April 2023 and PrimeMinister Pham Minh Chinh in January 2023. They pledged to jointly prepare for high-level visits and importantcooperation mechanisms in the near future while working closely together with ministries,agencies and localities to implement high-level agreements. On global and regional issues, they shared the view thatamid complicated and uncertain developments in the region and the world, the two sides need to further enhance their tradition of close coordination and mutualsupport at international and regional forums, especially the United Nations, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and sub-regional cooperation mechanisms, particularly in strategic issuesrelated to peace and stability in the region. Viet affirmed that Vietnam will continue working closelywith and offering all possible support to Laos to help the country successfullyassume the role of ASEAN Chair in 2024, contributing to maintaining the bloc'sunity and central role. About the East Sea issue, they pledged to join other ASEAN member nations to maintain the bloc's common stance on the East Sea issue, settle disputes viapeaceful means in line with international law and the 1982 United NationsConvention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), effectively implement theDeclaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC), and strive to soonreach an effective and efficient Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC). Regarding collaboration between the two foreign ministries,they consented to continue with their cooperation agreement for the 2021-2025period, maintain regular and effective consultation mechanisms at theministerial and deputy ministerial levels, enhance the exchange of informationand professional experience between their units, particularly inpolicy research; economic diplomacy; consular, overseas Vietnamese and borderaffairs; and personnel training. The two sides also agreed to hold the 9th politicalconsultation at the deputy foreign minister level in Vietnam next year./.
The central province of Thanh Hoa and its neighbouring Lao province of Houaphanh held talks and signed cooperation documents in the Vietnamese locality on June 20.
Somsavat Lengsavad, former Politburo member and former Deputy Prime Minister of Laos, highlighted the substantial contributions by former Deputy PM of Vietnam Vu Khoan to the special Vietnam - Laos relations.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Ba Hung on June 28 extended greetings to the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee's Commission for External Relations on the occasion of its 40th founding anniversary.
President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committee of Hanoi Nguyen Lan Huong and Chairman of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC)’s chapter in Vientiane Thanome Thamthong shared experience in front affairs and signed a memorandum of understanding on bilateral cooperation in the 2023-2025 period during their talks in Hanoi on June 28.
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.
At the event (Photo: VNA) 
