Military and defence achievements obtained during 30 years of renovation have significantly contributed to heightening Vietnam’s position and role on the international stage, heard a Defence Ministry’s conference in Hanoi on December 16.
Hanoi (VNA) – Military and defence achievements obtained during 30 years ofrenovation have significantly contributed to heightening Vietnam’s position androle on the international stage, heard a Defence Ministry’s conference in Hanoion December 16.
Therenovation policy adopted at the sixth Party Congress in December 1986 aimed toreform the country comprehensively, including the military and defence areas.
SeniorLieutenant General Luong Cuong, Chairman of the General Department of Politicsof the Vietnam People’s Army, underscored that the Party leadership over the militaryis an immutable principle, which ensures that the army stays firm in properpolitical-military orientations to accomplish successfully all assignments ofthe Party and State.
TheParty’s leadership over the military is absolute, comprehensive and direct inall fields, reflecting the close relations between the Party and the army,Cuong, who is also Secretary of the Party Central Committee, said.
Meanwhile,Lieutenant General Le Chiem, Deputy Defence Minister, said that over the past30 years implementing the nation-building and defence tasks, defence areas inprovinces and cities have been strengthened. The people-based defence has beendeveloped with close association with the socio-economic development to supportthe national construction and defence.
The people’s armed forces, especially the Vietnam People’s Army, have becomemore elite and modern with strong performance, contributing to firmlysafeguarding independence, sovereignty, national unity and territorialintegrity, and maintaining a peaceful and stable environment for the country tothrive, he noted.
Participantsat the conference also clarified lessons withdrawn during the 30-yearrenovation that are applicable to the building of military and defencereinforcement.
Accordingto Associate Prof. Dr. Dinh Quang Hai from the Institute of History Study, saidthat the integration of economic development and defence is an effective policyto develop the country and reinforce the military in peace time.
Hestressed the need to strengthen the national unity bloc and the relationshipbetween the Party and people and bolster the people’s trust in the Party andState.
Withhis practical experience in the building and operation of the Military Zone 2 inthe reform period, Major General Pham Duc Duyen, Vice Political Commissar ofthe Military Zone 2 held that it is crucial to focus on strengthening theleadership and direction over the building of strong defence areas in each zonewhile fostering the coordination among forces, sectors and localities duringthe implementation of military and defence tasks.
Healso underscored the importance of building pure and strong Party organisationsat all levels to enhance political firmness in military zones.-VNA
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A seminar on achievements and experiences over 30 years of military-defence reform is scheduled to take place in Hanoi on December 16, announced the Defence Ministry.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly departed from Hanoi on August 10 morning for a four-day state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK), which is made at an invitation of RoK President Lee Jae Myung.
As part of the ASEAN Day celebrations, the Vietnamese embassy will also host the ASEAN Family Day 2025 in Ottawa to foster solidarity and community spirit among ASEAN members in Canada.
State President Luong Cuong’s trip once again reaffirmed the Party and State’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of relations. It also reflected the strong trend of enhanced cooperation among countries of the Global South in shaping a new, more multipolar, fair and equitable world order.
The outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam's visit will serve as a driving force and source of inspiration for the two countries to inherit, promote, and elevate their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, contributing to the national construction and development cause in each country, and to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 9 inspected the construction site of the new Phong Chau bridge, and surveyed a planned route for the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong railway section running through the northern province of Phu Tho.
Across print, broadcast, and online platforms, Angolan media portrayed State President Luong Cuong's visit as a warm and historic occasion, strengthening bilateral ties and boosting Vietnam’s presence in Africa through the AU.
The 500kV Lao Cai – Vinh Yen power transmission line has a total investment of over 7.41 trillion VND (282.5 million USD), and a total length of 229.5 km, passing through 31 communes in the two provinces, and comprising 468 transmission tower foundations.
The visits reflected the elevated position of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the new era—aimed at not only advancing ties with key regional partners like Egypt and Angola but also delivering a strategic message about Vietnam’s commitment to deepening relations with African nations as a whole.
At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
Vietnamese border guards. Illustrative image (Source: VNA) 
