Libya wishes to strengthen multi-faceted cooperation with Vietnam
Mohamed Al-Menfi, President of the Libyan Presidential Council, said Libya wishes to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in the fields of economy, trade, investment, energy and infrastructure.
Mohamed Al-Menfi, President of the Libyan Presidential Council (right) and Vietnamese Ambassador to Libya (left) at the event. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Mohamed Al-Menfi, President of the Libyan Presidential Council, said Libya wishes to strengthencooperation with Vietnam in the fields of econ💦omy, trade, investment, energyand infrastructure.
He expressed the wish during a meeting on June 22 with the new Vietnamese Ambassador toEgypt and Libya, Nguyen Huy Dung, following the ambassador's presentation of his letter of credentials.
The Libya leader said that the situation in Libya will soon return to normal as people and businessesin the North African country have resumed economic activities.
For his part, the Vietnamese diplomat said he will do his utmostto contribute to promoting the two countries' relations towards multi-faceted cooperation in line with the aspir💯ations and interestsof their people.
He highlighted that the traditional friendship between Vietnamand Libya has been consolidated and developed over the past nearly 50 years, and noted that the two countries have a lot of potential and opportunities forcooperation in many fields, especially trade, investment, energy, and cultural and people-to-people exchanges. For the cooperation between thetwo countries to achieve practical results, the businesscommunities of Vietnam and Libya need to enhance connection and share cooperative opportunities,Dung said. Vietnam and Libya officially established diplomaticrelations on March 15, 1975. The two countries actively support each other inregional and international forums, especially within the framework of theUnited Nations (UN). Vietnam and Libya have great potential for cooperation invarious fields, especially economy, trade and investment. However, their bilateraltrade exchange is still modest and not commensurate with the cooperation potentialof the two sides./.
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on June 18 held an Arria-formula meeting via videoconference on foreign fighters and mercenaries' impact on the Sahel region, which was co-hosted by the “A3 plus one” (Kenya, Niger, Tunisia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines).
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, has welcomed recent positive developments in politics and security in Libya, and affirmed Vietnam’s support to a comprehensive political solution led and owned by Libyan people.
Ambassador Pham Hai Anh, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), has called on parties involved in Libya to speed up the transitional process in Libya towards holding successful and timely elections in the country.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
Mohamed Al-Menfi, President of the Libyan Presidential Council (right) and Vietnamese Ambassador to Libya (left) at the event. (Photo: VNA) 
