Vietnam, UK hold 4th defence policy dialogue in London
Vietnamese and UK officials said they wish to turn defence cooperation into a pillar in the countries’ overall relations at the 1st session of the 4th Vietnam-UK defence policy dialogue held in London on June 29 (local time) as part of National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s ongoing official UK trip.
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Le Huy Vinh (R) and UK Minister of State at the Ministry of Defence Baroness Goldie (Photo: VNA)
London (VNA) – Vietnamese and UK officials said they wish to turn defence cooperation into a pillar in the countries’ overall relations at the 1st session of the 4th Vietnam-UK defence policy dialogueheld in London on June 29 (local time) as part of National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’songoing official UK trip.
Co-chairing the dialogue, Vietnamese Deputy Minister ofNational Defence Sen. Lieut. Le Huy Vinh and UK Minister of State at theMinistry of Defence Baroness Goldie expressed their delight at the positive anddynamic growth of the Vietnam-UK strategic partnership.
With the bilateral defence cooperation sustained effectively, the officials considered the dialogue an importantmechanism for the two defence bodies to review outcomes of and put forth futureorientations for their join works.
Assessing the implementation of a memorandum ofunderstanding on defence collaboration signed in 2017, they said the results havecontributed positively to the strategic partnership and to meeting both sides’need and interest.
The Vietnamese and UK delegations at the dialogue (Photo: VNA)
They said they hope to further step up the existingcooperation contents, including delegation exchange, training, and UNpeacekeeping activities.
Vinh informed the UK side that his ministry has scheduledits first international defence exhibition for December this year, and invitedUK defence leaders and businesses to attend the event to tap into moreopportunities for bilateral engagements.
The sides also agreed to work together in the plan andconduction of practical join activities in 2023 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-UK diplomatic relations (September 11, 1973-2023) and to hold the 2nd session in Hanoi later this year.
On the occasion, Goldie presented a letter of the UK DefenceSecretary that invites Vietnamese Minister of Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang toofficially visit the UK; and received a letter from the Vietnamese ministrythat invites her to visit the country co-chairing the 2nd session./.
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National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue arrived at Heathrow Airport in London on June 28 (local time), beginning his three-day official visit to the UK at the invitations of Speaker of the UK House of Lords John McFall and Speaker of the House of Commons of the UK Lindsay Hoyle.
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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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.
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Le Huy Vinh (R) and UK Minister of State at the Ministry of Defence Baroness Goldie (Photo: VNA) 
The Vietnamese and UK delegations at the dialogue (Photo: VNA) 
