Vietnam attends high-level dialogue on Indo-Pacific cooperation
A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs To Anh Dung attended the High-Level Dialogue on Indo-Pacific Cooperation in Jakarta, Indonesia, on March 20.
The dialogue sees the presence of foreign ministers and senior officials from 10 ASEAN nations and its eight partner countries along with representatives of some South Pacific countries. (Photo: VNA)
Jakarta (VNA) – A Vietnamesedelegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs To Anh Dung attended theHigh-Level Dialogue on Indo-Pacific Cooperation in Jakarta, Indonesia, on March20.
The event saw the presence of foreign ministersand senior officials from 10 ASEAN nations and its eight partner countries, namelyAustralia, China, India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, New Zealand, Russia andthe US, along with representatives of some South Pacific countries.
Themed "Towards a Peaceful, Prosperous, andInclusive Region," the dialogue offered an opportunity for the countriesto exchange cooperation initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region and seek win-winpartnerships.
Indonesian Vice President Jusuf Kalla emphasisedthat building the Indo-Pacific into a peaceful, stable, cooperative, andprosperous region has significant meaning not only for countries in the regionbut also others beyond.
Indonesia proposed the countries focus on threepriority fields, namely marine cooperation, infrastructure and connectivity,and sustainable development.
At the discussion on March 20 morning,representatives of the 10 ASEAN countries and the eight partner countriespresented their views on cooperation in the Indio-Pacific region, as well assuggested orientations and measures to boost collaboration.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs To Anh Dung calledon the countries to join hands to realise the target of building a peaceful,stable, cooperative, developed, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
The diplomat recommended taking peace, stabilityand prosperity as the common goal while respecting independence, sovereignty,and self-determination right of the countries.
He described dialogue and cooperation as keytools in relations between the countries and suggestedpromoting comprehensive and effective multinational cooperation and increasingthe role of ASEAN to orient cooperation based on the existing cooperationprogrammes and plans as well as the cooperation mechanisms and frameworksfounded and led by the bloc.-VNA
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Ngo Xuan Lich has urged all countries to reinforce cooperation institutions and mechanisms, particularly multilateral ones, to better manage international security.
The United States, Japan, India and Australia have agreed to promote a free, open, rules-based and inclusive Indo-Pacific region that fosters trust and confidence.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
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 dialogue sees the presence of foreign ministers and senior officials from 10 ASEAN nations and its eight partner countries along with representatives of some South Pacific countries. (Photo: VNA)
