WEF ASEAN 2018 to promote Vietnam in international arena
The hosting of the 2018 World Economic Forum on ASEAN (WEF ASEAN 2018) will deepen cooperation between Vietnam and the WEF and promote the country among the political circles as well as leading global and regional enterprises, said a senior official.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (right) and World Economic Forum President Borge Brende chair a press conference on the WEF ASEAN 2018 in Hanoi on June 27. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The hosting of the 2018 World Economic Forum onASEAN (WEF ASEAN 2018) will deepen cooperation between Vietnam and the WEF andpromote the country among the political circles as well as leading global andregional enterprises, said a senior official.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son, who is also head ofthe organizing committee, made the comment at a press conference on the WEFASEAN 2018 in Hanoi on June 27.
The WEF ASEAN 2018 is scheduled to take place in Hanoi from September11-13, focusing on the theme “ASEAN 4.0: Entrepreneurship and the FourthIndustrial Revolution.” It is one of the WEF’s biggest and most importantevents in the region, Son said.
The event will bring together leaders of ASEAN and regional nations,representatives of international organisations, policymakers, experts,scholars, and business leaders in the region and the world.
This year’s theme addresses the common concerns of ASEAN member statesand other countries in the region and is closely connected to the ASEAN themefor 2018 “Resilient and Innovative,” the deputy minister noted.
By hosting the event, Vietnam expects to step up cooperation withpartners, leading world enterprises, expand markets and attract high-qualityinvestments and advanced technologies for the country’s economic restructuringand renovation of growth model, he added,
WEF President Borge Brende spoke highly of Vietnam’s robust economicgrowth and competitiveness. He stressed that Industry 4.0 brings bothopportunities and challenges to ASEAN nations and the WEF wants to fosterpartnership with ASEAN to tackle these challenges for the benefit of people inthe region.
The event will address strategic issues of national and regionalsignificance under three thematic pillars – Entrepreneurship to craft newapproaches to regional and global governance; Entrepreneurship to driveeconomic and business dynamism; and Entrepreneurship to shape social inclusion.
The WEF was established in 1971 as anon-profit foundation and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The forum engages the foremostpolitical, business and other leaders of society to shape global, regional andindustry agendas.-VNA
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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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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.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (right) and World Economic Forum President Borge Brende chair a press conference on the WEF ASEAN 2018 in Hanoi on June 27. (Photo: VNA)
