President: Russia - high priority in Vietnam’s diplomatic policy
President Tran Dai Quang hosted a warm reception in Hanoi on April 19 for Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov, assuring his guest that Russia is a high priority in Vietnam’s diplomatic pol
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – President Tran Dai Quang hoꦅsted a warm reception in Hanoi on April 19 for Russian Amba൲ssador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov, assuring his guest that Russia is a high priority in Vietnam’s diplomatic policy.
He informed the ambassador that Vietnam is working with Russia to prepare for the ASEAN-Russia Summit to be held in Sochi city in May.
In the annual list of priority tasks to boost Vietnam – Russia comprehensive strategic partnership, the President suggested focusing on the political-diplomatic, economic-trade, national defence-security pillars, particularly oil and gas, and nuclear power.
The host urged Vnukov to recommend that the Russian Government early sign a free trade agreement (FTA) between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) in which Russia is a member.
Amid the complicated developments globally, he also suggested Russia enhance cooperation with Vietnam in regional and global forums as well as in matters of shared concern.
Vietnam always supports and shares sympathy with Russia over the current embargoes and sanctions, he said.
On the occasion, he also extended his invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Vietnam in his convenience.
Vnukov, for his part, hailed Vietnam as a long-time and trustworthy friend which will be a priority in Russia’s external relations with Asia-Pacific.
He said the upcoming ASEAN-Russia Summit in Sochi is one of Russia’s major diplomatic events this year, adding that Russia is ready to welcome Vietnamese high-ranking leaders to the event.
The Russia parliament stands ready to approve the FTA between Vietnam and the EEU, he stated, expressing his belief that FTA member countries will adopt the deal in the foreseeable future to make it valid later this year.-VNA
The long term cooperation and the highly mutual trust between Vietnam and Russia allow the two nations’ oil and gas companies to strengthen cooperative ties.
Minister of Public Security Tran Dai Quang hoped for deeper cooperation between his ministry and the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation,contributing to maintaining social order.
Vietnam and Russia convened the second defence strategy dialogue at deputy ministerial level in Moscow on March 21 to discuss strengthening bilateral defence ties.
Vietnamese and Russian tourism businesses signed cooperation agreements to increase the exchange of tourists between the two countries and support each other in implementing tourism development plans.
Known as the “four pillars for Vietnam’s ascend”, the Pobiburo's Resolutions 57, 59, 66, and 68 focus on cultivating a robust national entrepreneurial spirit, unlocking resources for innovation across society, and accelerating the development of digital economy, knowledge-based economy, green economy, and circular economy, propelling Vietnam forward rapidly and firmly on the path of modernisation and international integration.
Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang cleared up deputies' concern regarding how to spur socio-economic growth, renew traditional growth motives and establish new momentum for development.
Vietnam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Vietnam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
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According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov (Source: VNA)
