Vietnam makes proposal on building 2021-2022 CLMV Action Plan
The 20th Cambodia-Laos-Myanmar-Vietnam Senior Economic Officials’ Meeting (CLMV SEOM) was held on January 25 via video conference, during which Vietnam suggested countries study and select the form of implementing projects suitable to the “new normal” in each country when compiling the CLMV Action Plan for 2021-2022.
Deputy head of the Asian-African Markets Department at the Ministry of Industry and Trade Nguyen Phuc Nam (C) attends the CLMV SEOM 20 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The 20th Cambodia-Laos-Myanmar-VietnamSenior Economic Officials’ Meeting (CLMV SEOM) was held on January 25 via videoconference, during which Vietnam suggested countries study and select the formof implementing projects suitable to the “new normal” in each country when compilingthe CLMV Action Plan for 2021-2022.
Deputy head of the Asian-African Markets Department at the Ministry ofIndustry and Trade, Nguyen Phuc Nam, who is head of the Vietnamese delegation,stressed the need to intensify the application of digital technology as well asthe organisation of activities in the online format, while creating favourableconditions for experts, technicians, and project officials from developmentpartners to carry out entry procedures, take COVID-19 tests, and undergo quarantine.
It is also important for CLMV to propose more cooperative projects tobenefit all four countries and support post-pandemic recovery efforts, especiallyprojects facilitating trade and investment, improving regional connectivity,supporting micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises in accessing finance andtechnology, and increasing their capacity.
Regarding the building of a detailed action plan to implement the CLMVDevelopment Framework approved at the 10th CLMV Summit lastDecember, Nam suggested the countries step up coordination to identify feasibleactivities and projects to be included in the action plan.
Overview of CLMV SEOM 20 in Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
The CLMV SEOM 20 reviewed the implementation of activities in the2019-2020 CLMV Action Plan, discussed the plan for 2021-2021, reviewed theimplementation of the Promotion of Competitiveness within the Framework of theInitiative for ASEAN Integration (COMPETE) project, and discussed the nextsteps in carrying out the CLMV Development Framework.
Many activities and projects in the 2019-2020 action plan were postponedor cancelled last year due to COVID-19. Thanks to its activeness, however, Vietnamcarried out several planned trade and investment cooperation activities.
The country proactively proposed organising online meetings, trade fairs,and training courses, facilitating trade and investment activities andservices, particularly those through CLMV borders, restricting and removingunnecessary trade barriers, and ensuring the operation of supply chains./.
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Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on December 9 issued a press release regarding the outcomes of the 9th Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Summit, the 10th Cambodia-Laos-Myanmar-Vietnam (CLMV) Summit, and the 11th Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam (CLV) Summit on Development Triangle Area held via video conferences earlier the same day.
Only solidarity and cooperation would help Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam (CLMV) overcome difficulties and build a CLMV region of dynamism, prosperity and sustainable development, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said on December 9.
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.
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.
Deputy head of the Asian-African Markets Department at the Ministry of Industry and Trade Nguyen Phuc Nam (C) attends the CLMV SEOM 20 (Photo: VNA) 
Overview of CLMV SEOM 20 in Hanoi (Photo: VNA) 
