Reception held to mark Vietnam- Cuba diplomatic ties
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Herminio Lopez Diaz held a reception for Vietnamese officials and the diplomatic corps in Hanoi on December 9 to mark the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Cuba diplomatic ties.
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Herminio Lopez Diaz. (Source: vov.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) - Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam He♛rminio Lopez Diaz held a reception for Vietnamese officials and the diplomatic corps in Hanoi on December 9 to mark the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Cuba diplomatic ties.
The event was attended by National Assembly Vice Chairwoman and President of the Vietnam- Cuba Friendship Association Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc, Deputy Minister of Construction Le Quang Hung, Lieutenant-General Pham Hong Huong, deputy chief of General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army, among others.
At the ceremony, NA Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan expressed her delight at the significant changes and development the two Parties and peoples have made. She said the special traditional relations hold considerable potential for trade and investment cooperation between two nations.
For his part, the Cuban Ambassador extended his sincere thanks to Vietnam for its support over the past five decades.
He said he hopes the two countries will continue their efficient bilateral cooperation while promoting and expanding collaboration in a variety of fields.
On December 2, 1960, the Cuban and Vietnamese Governments established their diplomatic relationship, ushering in a new chapter of their friendship.
Bilateral cooperation has been expanded in numerous sectors such as agriculture, industry, construction, trade, investment, culture, education, science and technology.-VNA
The 33rd meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Inter-governmental Committee wound up in Hanoi on November 19 with a memorandum of understanding (MoU) inked to enhance bilateral cooperation across the board.
Vietnam and Cuba have committed to promoting technical cooperation in sport by exchanging coaches and specialists as well as sharing training materials.
Vietnamese leaders sent congratulations to their Cuban counterparts on December 1 on the 55th founding anniversary of the countries’ diplomatic relationship (December 2, 1960).
A photo exhibition entitled “Vietnam-Cuba, 55 years of solidarity and cooperation” was launched at the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) headquarters, 5 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hanoi on December 2.
The 55th anniversary of the Vietnam – Cuba diplomatic relationship (December 2, 1960 – December 2, 2015) was marked at a ceremony in HCM City on December 3.
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).
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Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Herminio Lopez Diaz. (Source: vov.vn)
