Vietnam-Netherlands diplomatic ties anniversary celebrated in Can Tho
The Union of Friendship Organisations in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho and the Dutch Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City jointly organised a ceremony on September 25 to mark the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic ties between Vietnam and the Netherlands (1973-2023).
Vietnam-Netherlands diplomatic ties anniversary celebrated in Can Tho. (Photo: VNA)
Can Tho (VNA) – The Union of FriendshipOrganisations in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho and the Dutch ConsulateGeneral in Ho Chi Minh City jointly organised a ceremony on September 25 to mark the 50th anniversaryof the diplomatic ties between Vietnam and the Netherlands (1973-2023).
Addressing the function, Vice Chairman of themunicipal People’s Committee Nguyen Thuc Hien reviewed developments of thebilateral relations over the past 50 years, saying Can Tho has organised diverseactivities to celebrate the anniversary.
The comprehensive partnership between Vietnam and theNetherlands as well as cooperation between Can Tho and Dutch localities willgrow further for the sake of the two countries, and for peace,stability and prosperity in the region and the world at large, he said.
Professor Ha Thanh Toan, Rector of Can Tho University,highlighted cooperation between the university and the Netherlands, thuscontributing to the bilateral friendship.
The university and its Dutch partners have conducted15 joint projects with total funding of 395,030 EUR (420,225 USD), and signedsix memoranda of understanding and agreements on collaboration in education andtraining, and scientific research, he added.
Dutch Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Daniel Stork saidhe is proud of the close solidarity and friendship between the two countries,noting both nations have been aware of upgrading their relationship, andworking together to address global challenges such as climate change and thoseregarding sustainable agriculture and water resources management.
The diplomat expressed his belief that the cooperationbetween the Netherlands and Vietnam in general and Can Tho particular will growmore fruitfully and intensively in the time ahead./.
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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.
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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.
Vietnam-Netherlands diplomatic ties anniversary celebrated in Can Tho. (Photo: VNA) 
