Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam-Singapore Friendship Association (VSFA) marked its꧑ 10th anniversary in Hanoi on November 29.
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu highlighted the association’s significant contributions since its establishment in 2014, a year after the two countries elevated their ties to a Strategic Partnership. Over the past decade, Singapore has become Vietnam’s second-largest investor and fourth-largest trading partner in ASEAN. Notably, the 18 Vietnam-Singapore Industrial parks have played a crucial role in export growth and value creation, with VSFA’s efforts integral to this success.
The official attributed the association’s achievements to visionary leadership, a community-focused approach, and its ability to mobilise resources from diverse partners. He encouraged the VSFA to lead new strategic initiatives in green and digital connectivity, fostering innovative cooperation between Vietnam and Singapore.
Donald Tsang, Singapore's Chargé d'Affaires in Vietnam, commended the VSFA’s role in deepening the bilateral strategic partnership through people-to-people connections. He affirmed Singapore’s commitment to supporting it in advancing ties between the two nations in a new era.
VSFA Chairman Vu Viet Ngoan emphasised the association’s focus on strengthening economic and cultural understanding between the two nations.
Since its inception, the association has launched impactful initiatives, promoting economic collaboration and building a robust network that includes diplomatic agencies, business associations, and social organisations in both countries. Notable efforts include charity projects, innovation training for social enterprises, and support for underprivileged groups, earning the association recognition from both governments.
On this occasion, the VSFA was honored with a Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister for its outstanding contributions from 2019 to 2023, further solidifying its role as a bridge between Vietnam and Singapore./.
The upcoming official visit to Singapore by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, starting December 1, is to take place at a very important time, as Vietnam is entering the "era of nation’s rise" and Singapore is creating additional value by promoting its strengths through an investment cooperation strategy.
The second course of the Potential Leaders’ Programme for Vietnamese officials opened in Singapore on November 27, aiming to improve the their capabilities by sharing the host country's expertise in addressing challenges.
Vietnam and Singapore signed the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters at the headquarters of the Singapore Ministry of Law on October 28.
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.
