Vietnam politics

>>> 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

Welcoming Dutch Ambassador Els Beth Akkerman, the Acting President affirmed that the Vietnamese people always keep in mind the sentiment and support from the Dutch people during the war years, especially the doctors from the Medical Committee Netherlands-Vietnam, which still operates effectively to this day. She emphasised that the Vietnamese Government’s decision to award the Friendship Order to the committee demonstrates Vietnam's appreciation of its active contributions to the care of Vietnamese people's health, as well as the nation’s poverty reduction and sustainable development. Acting President Thinh asked the two sides to continue to closely and effectively coordinate in their strategic partnership, while calling for support from the Netherlands to promote the early signing and approval of the EU Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), and strengthening cooperation in the field of sustainable development. Dutch Ambassador Els Beth Akkerman said that the two countries … [Read more...] about Acting President welcomes newly-accredited ambassadors to Vietnam

The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) hold the eighth theoretical exchange workshop, themed “the Vitality of Marxism today,” in Can Tho on October 16. (Photo: VNA) Can Tho (VNA) – The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the Japanese Communist Party (JCP) held the eighth theoretical exchange workshop, themed “the Vitality of Marxism today,” in the Mekong Delta City of Can Tho on October 16. The Vietnamese delegation was led by Nguyen Xuan Thang, Secretary of the CPV Central Committee, Chairman of the Central Theoretical Council and Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics. The Japanese side was headed by Tanaka Yu, member of the Standing Executive Committee and Deputy Head of the JCP Central Committee’s Secretariat. In his opening remarks, Thang said the eighth theoretical exchange workshop between the two parties takes place at a time when the Communists and Marxists around the world are … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Japan communist parties hold theoretical exchange workshop

The statement was made by Vietnamese Ambassador to Belgium and Head of the Vietnamese Mission to the EU Vu Anh Quang in an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency, on the occasion of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc's visit to Belgium and the EU from October 16-19. The Ambassador said that during the PM's four-day visit, he will attend the 12th ASEM Summit (ASEM 12) in Brussels on October 18-19 alongside heads of States and Governments of 51 member countries. Vietnam attaches special importance to the role of ASEM and the country hosted the ASEM Summit in 2005. PM Phuc will deliver a speech at the first working session of this year's Summit which will highlight Vietnam's initiatives and proposals to boost cooperation and linkages between Asia and Europe. The Vietnamese Government leader is also scheduled to hold a series of meetings with PMs and leaders of other countries to foster the bilateral relations. The PM will also pay an official visit to Belgium on October 16-17 and is … [Read more...] about Vietnam fosters comprehensive relationship with Europe