Vietnamese, Thai PMs meet on sidelines of APEC meeting
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc met his Thai counterpart Prayuth Chan-ocha on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in central Da Nang city on November 11.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc met his Thai counterpart Prayuth Chan-ocha on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting on November 11. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen XuanPhuc met his Thai counterpart Prayuth Chan-ocha on the sidelines of the APECEconomic Leaders’ Meeting in central Da Nang city on November 11.
PM Phuc congratulated Thailand on its adoption of a newConstitution and expressed his belief that Thailand would successfully hold thegeneral election next year, consolidating the country’s social stability andeconomic development and contributing to the building of the ASEAN Community.
The two leaders discussed ways to speed up theimplementation of agreements reached between the two countries during PM Phuc’svisit to Thailand in August in order to make the Vietnam-Thailand StrategicPartnership more effective and sustainable.
To this end, they agreed to soon organise the thirdMeeting of the Joint Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Thailand inpreparation for the fourth Joint Cabinet Retreat in early 2018.
The two PMs consented to enhance cooperation in rice productionand foster transport connectivity among Vietnam, Thailand and others in theMekong sub-region.
PM Phuc proposed Thailand better facilitate sales ofmade-in-Vietnam goods in the Thai market and encourage Thai investors to dobusiness in Vietnam.
The Vietnamese PM also expected Thai authorities tosettle issues related to Vietnamese fishermen and fishing boats in the spiritof humanity and suggested the two countries’ marine law enforcement forces toincrease cooperation efficiency.
PM Prayuth Chan-ocha informed his host that Thai VietjetAir has obtained a permit to operate in Thailand, confirming that he willcreate favourable conditions for the opening of more air routes connecting thetwo nations’ tourist destinations.
He said Thailand wants to foster cooperation between Thainavy and Vietnam coast guard forces in handling violations and emerging issues atsea.
The two PMs also exchanged views on regional andinternational issues of mutual concern, agreeing that peace, stability andfreedom of navigation in the region should be maintained.-VNA
Solutions to boost sustainable development of agriculture in response to climate change are among issues that delegates of APEC member economies have spent time discussing over the last few days of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Da Nang city.
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has decided to maintain the benchmark interest rate on hold at 1.5 percent and continue an accommodative monetary policy for the country’s economic recovery.
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.
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc met his Thai counterpart Prayuth Chan-ocha on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting on November 11. (Photo: VNA)
