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Vietnam and Russia affirmed the role of each country in the other’s diplomacy and in the global forums. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told Vietnamese top leaders that Vietnam is one of Russia’s important and trustworthy traditional partners in Asia-Pacific. General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Hanoi on July 6. Photos: VNA, Baoquocte Lavrov stressed the view at meetings with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son in Hanoi on July 6. “Naturally, our friendship and our solidarity are based on deep historical roots,” Lavrov said at the meeting with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Russia News Agency reported. The Russian FM expressed his hope that the two countries will continue making efforts for effective results of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership which entered its … [Read more...] about Vietnam listed among Russia’s most trustworthy partners in Asia-Pacific: Sergey Lavrov

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong hosted a reception for Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov in Hanoi on July 6. Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) receives Russian FM Sergey Lavrov. (Photo: VNA) Lauding the political position and leadership role of the CPV in the process of national development and foreign policy of Vietnam, the Russian FM held that the external policy of the CPV and relations between the Vietnamese Party and State, and Russia have been supported by political parties of Russia, reflected by their sound ties with the CPV. He briefed his host on the outcomes of his talks and meetings with Vietnamese officials, affirming that Russia has attached much importance to the comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam, and supported ASEAN's central role in the region. Lavrov thanked Vietnam for making contributions to the enhancement of Russia-ASEAN … [Read more...] about Party chief receives Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs

Accordingly, the N.A. Standing Committee adjusted the environmental protection tax rate from 2,000 VND (0.086 USD) to 1,000 VND per liter for petrol (except ethanol), from 1,000 VND to 500 VND per liter for diesel, from 1,000 VND to 300 VND per liter for mazut and lubricant and 300 VND per kg for grease. That for kerosene remains unchanged at 300 VND per liter. The reduction will be applied from July 11 until the end of this year. Speaking at the Standing Committee’s session, N.A. Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue said that as petrol prices have a strong impact on economic growth and macroeconomic stability, price stabilization is very important in the context of the current high oil prices. Therefore, this session was organized to adopt a practical and timely measure to stabilize the prices of petrol, diesel and grease, thus contributing to the implementation of the strategy for socio-economic recovery and development, curb inflation, macro-economic stability, and to reducing costs for … [Read more...] about N.A. Standing Committee agrees to reduce environmental protection tax for fuel

He made the suggestion at a meeting with the association’s representatives on July 5 on the occasion of its 40th founding anniversary. Highlighting the importance of the construction sector to the national economy, the President required the VFCEA to advise the Party and the State on issues relating to development strategies such as housing, urban areas, industrial parks, socio-economic infrastructure, architectural planning, including related institutions and legal documents. He also asked the association to involve in fighting corruption and wastefulness in construction. The President proposed that the Government create favorable conditions for the VFCEA’s operation, and the Ministry of Construction facilitate the association's participation in research and discussions related to the management of planning, construction and infrastructure development of industrial parks, urban areas, workers' housing and new rural areas as well as perfecting legal institutions related to the … [Read more...] about Construction sector should enhance consulting quality: President

Vietnamese star footballer Nguyen Quang Hai is likely to make his first appearance for new side Pau FC in a friendly with FC Des Landes on July 8 (local time). Quang Hai scores a goal during recent training sessions in France. Head coach Didier Tholot will test out his squad in this preseason match, and Quang Hai will be given the opportunity to play his first match in Pau FC's jersey. This game is among four friendlies scheduled by French club Pau FC ahead of Ligue 2’s 2022 - 2023 season. Pau FC will later play Toulouse FC, Angouleme Charente FC and Niortais FC on July 12, 15 and 23, respectively. Quang Hai, 25, has recently joined the French squad under a two-year contract. The Vietnamese player scored a goal and claimed an assist during recent training sessions. First established in 1920, Pau FC finished 10th in Ligue 2, France’s second division, in the 2021-2022 season. Ligue 2’s 2022 - 2023 season is scheduled to start on July 30. … [Read more...] about Quang Hai to make Pau FC debut in friendly on July 8

Projected GDPs for ASEAN+3 countries. Vietnam is forecast to be the second fastest-growing economy in the region this year. (Photo amro-asia.org) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) – Vietnam is expected to come out second only to the Philippines in terms of projected GDP for 2022 and on top for 2023, according to a recent Quarterly Update of the ASEAN + 3 Regional Economic Outlook. Specifically, the country was projected to achieve a growth rate of 6.3% this year and 6.5% next year, well above the region-wide figures which were estimated at 4.3% and 4.9% respectively. Compared to the previous update, Vietnamese growth rates were revised downwards to reflect the lower growth forecasts for China and the US, its major trade partners. The country was expected to top the list with growth rates of 6.5% and 7.0% in the April update. “Vietnam is a much more open economy and very exposed to the US and Chinese economies. Because we are expecting reductions in growth rates in these countries and … [Read more...] about Vietnamese economy to perform well: AMRO