The Vietnamese Embassy in Singapore on July 17 held a ceremony to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam-Singapore diplomatic relations (1973-2023) and 10th anniversary of the bilateral strategic partnership (2013-2023).
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son welcomes his Singaporean counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan to the event. (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) – TheVietnamese Embassy in Singa𝔉pore on July 🍬17 held a ceremony to celebrate the 50th anniversaryof the establishment of the Vietnam-Singapore diplomatic relations (1973-2023) and 10th anniversary of the bilateral strategic partnership (2013-2023).
Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son reviewed the history of the relations and the achievements recorded in the past 50 years, stressing that the relationship is developing well and that theestablishment of their strategic partnership in 2013 has brought thetwo countries’ bilateral relations to a new height.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son speaks at the event. (Photo: VNA)
The FM emphasised that in the face of complicated developments in the region and theworld, Vietnam and Singapore should continue to promote cooperation at regionaland international forums, striving for a stronger and more prosperous ASEAN.Vietnam wishes to continue to expand and deepen the strategicpartnership, not only for the benefit of the two peoples but also to contributeto peace, stability, cooperation and prosperity in the regional and in the world. Forhis part, Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnanemphasised the strong political ties between the two countries. High-ranking leadersof the two countries meet regularly, PrimeMinister Pham Minh Chinh had a successful official visit to Singapore inFebruary 2023 and Singaporean PM LeeHsien Loong will soon pay a visit to Vietnam. Meanwhile, Singaporean President Halimah Yacob also had a meetingwith President Vo Van Thuong last May. Regardingeconomy, Minister Vivian Balakrishnan assessed that Vietnam has always beenone of the leading in Asia. Singaporean businesses are confident inVietnam's long-term economic development prospects and from 2020, Singapore isone of the leading sources of foreign investment in Vietnam.
He expressed his hope that the two sides will continue toconsolidate the achievements made in the past 50 years to serve as a foundationfor cooperation in the next 50 years.
AssociateProfessor Bilveer Singh from the National University of Singapore said thatVietnam and Singapore are two very special countries in Southeast Asia. Despitethe ups and downs, they have found similarities ꦕin political,economic and especially security fields./.
A delegation from the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV), led by Deputy Auditor General Dang The Vinh, paid a working visit to the Auditor-General's Office of Singapore (AGO) on July 7 to promote cooperation and experience exchange between the two agencies.
The National Innovation Centre (NIC) under the Vietnamese Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in conducting activities to enhance the innovation capacity in both countries.
Six COVID-19 antigen rapid test (ART) kits will be distributed to each residential household from July 17 - September 30, in the fifth round of Singapore’s nationwide distribution, reported its Health Ministry on July 16.
Addressing a conference on Vietnam investment in Singapore on July 17, as part of his ongoing official visit to the country, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son stressed investment cooperation has become a highlight in bilateral relations, actively contributing to the socio-economic development of both Vietnam and Singapore in recent times.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son welcomes his Singaporean counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan to the event. (Photo: VNA) 
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son speaks at the event. (Photo: VNA) 
