Vietnam works with US to protect enterprises’ benefits: Spokeswoman
Vietnam’s agencies will continue to coordinate with the US side to protect legitimate rights and benefits of enterprises in line with legal regulations and agreements of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), and prevent illegal evasion and fraudulent acts of origin.
Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam’s agencies will continue to coordinate with theUS side to protect legitimate rights and benefits of enterprises in line withlegal regulations and agreements of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), andprevent illegal evasion and fraudulent acts of origin.
Spokeswoman of the Ministryof Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang made the statement in her reply to reporters’questions about the US’ imposing of high tariffs on steelproducts imported from Vietnam at a regular press conference on July 4.
She said the Ministry of Industry and Trade had warned domestic enterprises aboutinvestigation agencies of importing countries, including the US, could changeregulations and set stricter requirements when conducting trade safeguard investigations.
This aimed to help domestic enterprisesbuild appropriate business strategies, especially to switch to using domesticraw materials or other sources, Hang said.
Regarding a question about Yemen-based Houthi rebels’ attacks on Saudi Arabia, Hangsaid Vietnam opposesactions to undermine safety and stability in the Middle East.
Vietnam calls for relatedparties’ efforts to resolve disagreements through peaceful dialogues based oninternational law and relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council, in orderto soon end violence and restore peace and stability in the region, thespokeswoman said.
Meanwhile, commenting oninternational support for searching and rescuing Vietnam’s fishing ship, Hangsaid according to the National Committee for Emergency and Natural DisasterResponse, Search and Rescue, at 13:05 on June 28, 2019, the fishing vessel codedNA 95899 TS and 19 Vietnamese fishermen were in distress.
The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on June 29 sent a diplomatic note tothe Chinese Embassy in Hanoi to ask the Chinese side for emergency assistanceand coordination with Vietnam to search for and rescue the missing fishermen.
The Chinese side after that sent eight ships and two helicopters to coordinate withthe Vietnamese side to search and rescue the victims, she said, adding that sofar, nine fishermen have been rescued, a dead body has been found, while nine othersstill missing.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to work closely with relevantagencies to quickly find the missing victims, Hang added.-VNA
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The US President is determined to pursue free, fair, and reciprocal trade and investment terms for American businesses, farmers, and workers with all U.S. economic partners, including friends like Vietnam, the spokesperson of the US Embassy in Hanoi said on July 1.
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The seven important laws adopted at the NA meeting covers science and technology, atomic energy, rail transport, banking regulation, mass organisations, military defence, and criminal procedure.
Six resolutions related to infrastructure, Hai Phong city, 2023 state budget settlement, and the laws on organisation of People's Court and People's Procuracy were passed at the 15th National Assembly's 9th session on June 27.
It outlines the framework for the establishment, operation, governance, oversight, and implementation of special mechanisms and policies applicable to Vietnam’s IFCs. It is applicable to all centre participants, investors, relevant authorities, organisations, and individuals involved in the operation of the IFC as defined in the resolution.
UNESCO Director-General Azoulay’s visit to Vietnam is expected to mark a new milestone, further deepening the comprehensive and effective partnership between the two sides, contributing to global peace and sustainable development, enhancing Vietnam’s international standing, and advancing Vietnam into a new era of the nation's rise./.
Ambassador Do Hung Viet underscored Vietnam’s support for integrating child protection across all stages of peace processes and identifying it as a core component of peacekeeping operations.
By June 27, the integration of provinces' and cities' public services into the National Public Service Portal must be completed, ensuring 100% of online public services are operational.
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With over 30 activities held across a three-day working trip to Tianjin and Shanghai, the PM made a strong impression on both multilateral and bilateral levels.
Party General Secretary To Lam's reception for the newly appointed Australian Ambassador, PM Pham Minh Chinh's activities in China, and the NA's adoption of the Law on Participation in UN Peacekeeping Operations are among news highlights on June 26 evening.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip conveyed an important message that aligns with the event's theme -the spirit of entrepreneurship for a new era- aiming to maximise international resources in service of national development.
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Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his belief that Australian Ambassador Gillian Bird, with her extensive experience and deep understanding of the region, would make significant contributions to advancing the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership while receiving the newly appointed diplomat in Hanoi on June 26.
Speaking to reporters on June 26, Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated that Vietnam calls all parties involved to seriously comply with the agreement, creating conditions for peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.
The President also identified certain limitations in advisory work that require continued innovation and quality improvement to meet state leadership requirements.
The Law on Participation in United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Operations establishes the fundamental principles, roles, functions, and operational framework for Vietnam’s engagement in the UN peacekeeping missions.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on June 26 visited the Memorial Hall of the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and Pudong district, a development model in the new era of Shanghai as well as China.
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