The 8th defence policy dialogue at deputy ministerial level between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea was held in Seoul on June 20 under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh and his RoK counterpart Park Jae-min.
Seoul (VNA) – The 8th defence policydi♓alogue at deputy ministerial level between Vietnam and the Republic of Koreawas held in Seoul on June 20 under the co-chair of Deputy Defence Minister NguyenChi Vinh and his RoK counterpart Park Jae-min.
At the event, the two sides exchanged views on the globaland regional security situations and international issues of common concern. They shared the satisfaction at the bilateral defencecooperation in the recent past, and agreed to build on the outcomes, with afocus on mutual high-level visits, defence industry, settlement of warconsequences, maritime security and United Nations peacekeeping activities. The deputy ministers agreed to promote joint work on severalnew aspects, such as cyber security, cultural and art exchange, and military andhigh-performance sports. The two sides reached consensus on enhancing informationexchange, consultation and coordination at multilateral forums such as the ASEANDefence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM+), ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), East AsiaForum (EAF), Shangri La, Seoul Dialogue and ASEAN-RoK deputy defence ministers’meeting. Vietnam reiterated its support of the RoK’s responsibleparticipation in multilateral security mechanisms, thus contributing to peace,stability and development in the region and the world. The RoK pledged support for Vietnam in preparing for andorganising defence-security events in 2020 when the country serves as Chair ofthe Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). During the five-day trip to the RoK for the defence policydialogue, Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh paid a courtesy visit to theRoK Defence Minister Jeong Kyeong-doo, during which he extended to the host aninvitation to visit Vietnam from Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich. Vinh also met with the head of the Defense AcquisitionProgram Administration (DAPA) and the President of the Korea InternationalCooperation Agency (KOICA), and visited a peacekeeping training facility.-VNA
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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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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.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Participants at the dialogue (Photo: VNA) 
