>>> Russian Prime Minister begins official visit to Vietnam The visit takes place at a time when the two countries will celebrate the Vietnam Year in Russia and Russia Year in Vietnam during 2019-2020, marking the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty on fundamental principles of Vietnam - Russia friendship and the 70th founding anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties. The official visit to Vietnam by PM Medvedev marks a new milestone in the bilateral relationship, contributing to further deepen the traditional friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia. Vietnamese people are happy to witness Russia’s achievements in all aspects in recent years, as its socio-political situation has gradually stabilised, the economy has recovered and showed signs of development. The role of the State and the Central Government of Russia has been strengthened, while the separatism trend has been pushed back and the people's life has been … [Read more...] about Lifting Vietnam – Russia comprehensive strategic partnership to new heights
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45th anniversary of Vietnam
Present at the event were Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, Japanese ministers and nearly 50 parliamentarians, leaders of Japanese political parties and Vietnamese nationals living in Japan. The presence of the Emperor and Empress indicated the special regard that Japan has given to the extensive strategic partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia with Vietnam. Speaking at the event, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh said since the establishment of bilateral diplomatic ties on September 21, 1973, Vietnam and Japan have gone a long way together to foster friendship, mutual trust and respect, and equality for shared benefits. President Tran Dai Quang (first, right) and his spouse (first, left) join Japanese Emperor Akihito (second, right) and Empress Michiko (second, left) in a ceremony to mark the 45th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (September 21) in Tokyo on June 1 He said both countries are now not only extensive … [Read more...] about 45th anniversary of Vietnam
Vietnam, Kuwait enhance economic cooperation
(VEN) - Vietnam Economic News’ My Phung spoke with Khaled Falah Al-Mutairi, Kuwaiti Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, about achievements in bilateral cooperation especially in economic ties between Kuwait and Vietnam, after 42 years of diplomatic relations. What are major achievements in bilateral cooperation between Kuwait and Vietnam after more than four decades of diplomatic relations? Kuwait and Vietnam established diplomatic relations in 1976 and we were one of the first countries to establish the relationship with your country after the unification. Since then, our bilateral relationship has been unceasingly developed and continued to make progress and boom at all levels. We are proud that Kuwait is the first country in the Gulf Region where Vietnam established its embassy in 2003. Kuwait also opened its Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City in 2007. In May 2016, His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Kuwait enhance economic cooperation
Vietnamese, Turkmen foreign ministries hold political consultation
Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Foreign Ministries of Vietnam and Turkmenistan need to continue bringing into full play their positive role and maintaining consultations and regular exchanges to help step up the two countries’ ties. The view was shared by Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and his Turkmen counterpart Vepa Hajiev at the political consultation between the two foreign ministries in Hanoi on April 2. The officials were delighted that the traditional friendship and cooperation between the two countries have enjoyed positive developments and agreed that the two countries should continue with exchanges at all levels, high-level visits, and contacts between ministries, sectors and businesses. The two countries also need to sign documents and agreements to provide a complete legal foundation for their cooperation, while tapping on their potential for cooperation in economy-trade, education-training, culture, … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Turkmen foreign ministries hold political consultation
Vietnam to attend international security conference in Russia
Lieutenant General Vu Chien Thang, Director of the Foreign Relations Department under the Ministry of Defence (Source: http://www.qdnd.vn/) Hanoi (VNA) - Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich’s upcoming attendance of the 7th Moscow Conference on International Security in Russia on April 4-5 aims to affirm Vietnam’s responsibility towards global and regional matters, a Vietnamese officer has said. Lieutenant General Vu Chien Thang, Director of the Foreign Relations Department under the Ministry of Defence, made the statement in a recent interview with Quan doi Nhan dan (People’s Army) newspaper. The event will take place in the context that Vietnam and Russia are witnessing the flourishing development of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and bilateral defence relations, Thang noted. Vietnam’s viewpoints on security and development issues will be expressed at the event, he said. On the sidelines of the conference, Minister Lich will … [Read more...] about Vietnam to attend international security conference in Russia