Vietnam welcomes Ukraine’s joining Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has congratulated Ukraine on officially joining the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), which, he said, will open up new cooperation opportunities for both sides.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) and his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. (Photo: VNA)
Phnom Penh (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has congratulatedUkraine on officially joining the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in SoutheastAsia (TAC), which, he said, will open up new cooperation opportunities for bothsides.
Son made the congratulation during a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba on the sidelines of the 40th and 41st ASEAN Summits and RelatedSummits in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on November 11.
He affirmed that Vietnam always attaches importance to itstraditional friendship and comprehensive partnership with Ukraine and hopes toboost the bilateral cooperation in various fields.
Kuleba expressed his delight to meet Son on theoccasion of the 30th founding anniversary of the two countries’diplomatic relations (1992-2022).
The two ministers agreed to soon hold a political consultationbetween the two foreign ministries and the 16th meeting of theIntergovernmental Committee to review the bilateral cooperation in variousfields, especially in economy, trade and investment currently affected by theconflict in Ukraine.
Regarding the current conflict situation in Ukraine, Sonaffirmed Vietnam's consistent stance that disputes should be solved by peacefulmeasures in accordance with the basic principles of international law and theUN Charter, and hoped that the relevant parties will soonput an end to the conflict and resume dialogue.
The Vietnamese minister emphasised that Vietnam supports andis willing to participate in the international community's efforts to providehumanitarian aid and relief for the people, and contribute to promotingdialogue and finding solutions to soon stabilise the situation in Ukraine.
On this occasion, he thanked Ukraine for assisting the evacuation of Vietnamesecitizens in Ukraine, and proposed the Ukrainian government to continue to supportand ensure the safety of the lives and properties of Vietnamese citizens andbusinesses in the country./.
Vietnam continues to call for an end to conflicts, the restoration of peace, and the protection of people’s security and safety and essential infrastructure facilities, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, said at a recent emergency session of the 77th UN General Assembly on the situation in Ukraine.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has always kept a close watch on the situation in Ukraine and paid attention to the citizen protection work and the protection of Vietnamese people living and working there, spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang affirmed on October 20.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reaffirmed the importance of maintaining solidarity and promoting internal strength of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) while addressing the 41st ASEAN Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on November 11.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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.
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).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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.
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) and his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. (Photo: VNA) 
