Vietnam views UN as important international partner: Party chief
Vietnam views United Nations as important international partner: Party chief
Vietnam considers the United Nations an important international partner and cooperation with the UN one of the priorities in the country's foreign policy, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong has said.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam considers the United Nations an important international partner and cooperation with the UN one of the priorities in the country's foreign policy, Geᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚneral Secretary of the Communist Pa🐻rty of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong has said.
While receiving UN Secretary-General António Guterres in Hanoi on October 21, the Party leader hailed the UN chief's visit which takes place at a time when Vietnam is celebrating the 45th anniversary of its accession to the organisation, adding that the trip was of significance to the Vietnam-UN growing relations.
He spoke highly of the UN’s important role in international affairs, as it is the biggest global organisation operating in differe🥃nt fields such as protecting peace, security, development cooperation, promoting cooperation in ensuring human rights and, and is the centre of international cooperation activities.
Vietnam has consistently pursued a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, diversification and multilateralisation of external relations, being an active and responsible member of the international community, he said,
The Party leader highlighted Vietnam’s achievements over the past 35 years of renewal, including its successes in fightin🌊g the COVID-19 pandemi💫c, earning high economic growth in recent years and ensuring social security.
On this occasion, the Party General Secretary thanked the UN organs and the Secretary-General for their support and assistance to Vietnam.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: VNA)
Guterres, for his part, lauded Vietnam for its commitments to and support for multilateralism and the UN Charter. Vietnam has always shown its principled stance on issues related to peace protection, sustainable development, upholding the UN Charter and international law, especially the most basic principles, he said, adding that Vietnam has also actively worked with the UN and international partners to deal with increasingly severe non-traditional security issues.
The UN chief expected that with its experience, Vietnam will continue playing an active role not only in reconstruction and development but also in implementing the international community’s common goals.
On the back of its successes in inclusive development, he also expressed his hope that Vietnam will issue policies and measures to take the lead iཧn climate change response. The UN will continue actively and closely cooperate with Vietnam, Guterres said.
Party General Secretary Trong wished that Vietnam, together with the UN, countries worldwide and the UN Secretary-General, would strive for a better world where people live in peace and happiness, and all nations prosper./.
United Nations Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pauline Tamesis has granted an inclusive interview to Vietnam News Agency on the upcoming Vietnam visit by UN Secretary-General António Guterres as well as the Vietnam-UN partnership.
Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres arrived in Hanoi, beginning an official visit to Vietnam from October 21-22 at the invitation of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
The visit to Vietnam by Secretary-General António Guterres from October 21 – 22 reflects the importance the United Nations attaches to the international role and position of and contributions by the Southeast Asian nation as well as the partnership between the two sides, a diplomat has said.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres arrived in Hanoi on October 21 morning, beginning his two-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the country’s admission to the UN.
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.
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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.
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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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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.
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: VNA) 
Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: VNA) 
