Vietnam attends extraordinary teleconference of communist and workers’ parties
A Vietnamese delegation led by Nguyen Thi Hoang Van, Vice Chairwoman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations, attended an extraordinary teleconference of the International Meeting of Communist and Workers’ Parties (IMCWP) held on December 10-11.
Hanoi (VNA) - A Vietnamese delegation led by Nguyen ThiHoang Van, Vice Chairwoman of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for ExternalRelations, attended an extraordinary teleconference of the InternationalMeeting of Communist and Workers’ Parties (IMCWP) held on December 10-11.
Addressing the event, Van reaffirmedVietnam’s consistent support for the just struggle of nations and called for strengtheninginternational solidarity among communist and workers’ parties and amongdemocratic, peace-loving and progressive forces in the world.
The Vietnamese official alsobriefed participants on the results of the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam andshared some socio-economic achievements that Vietnam has obtained after 35years of doi moi (renewal) as well as orientations and developmentperspectives of the country in the future.
This was the first time thatthe IMCWP has been held online after being suspended for two years due to theCOVID-19 pandemic. Representatives of communistand workers' parties at the meeting exchanged and assessed the currentinternational situation, especially complicated developments in politics andsecurity in Europe and the Asia-Pacific. They also emphasised the need to enhanceinternational solidarity in the communist and workers' movements and expressedsupport and solidarity with Cuba and Palestine.
The teleconference, co-organisedby the Communist Party of Greece and the Communist Party of Turkey, broughttogether representatives of 73 communist and workers' parties from 57 countries aroundthe world.
It touched upon ൩such issues as international economic, political andmilitary developments and the solidarity with Cuban and Palestinian people and all nations inthe fight against the sanction, conspiracies and belligerence of imperialism./.
The Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO) and the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association have sent a solidarity message affirming strong support for Cuban people in the context that the Cuban Revolution is facing the most difficult time during its 60-year history due to impacts of economic siege and embargos and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cuba has never felt alone thanks to the country’s time-tested solidarity with Vietnam, First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez has said in an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency.
Vice Chairwoman of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee's Commission for External Relations Nguyen Thi Hoang Van had working sessions with representatives of political parties in the UK and France within the framework of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visits to the two European countries.
Vietnam wishes to foster cooperation with Russia across fields and channels, including the traditional friendship with the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (KPRF), President Nguyen Xuan Phuc affirmed on December 2.
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.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
At the event. (Photo: VNA) 
