Vietnam, Singapore hold 12th defence policy dialogue
Vietnam and Singapore sought ways to strengthen their defence ties at the 12th defence policy dialogue held in the form of videoconference on October 12.
Vietnam, Singapore hold 12th defence policy dialogue. (Photo: qdnd.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Singapore sought ways to strengthen theirdefence ties at the 12th defence policy dialogue held in the form of videoconferenceon October 12.
The event was co-chaired by Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen.Lieut. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien, and Singapore’s Permanent Secretary for Defence ChanHeng Kee.
Chien thanked the Singaporean Ministry of National Defence for its support formilitary and defence activities and conferences within ASEAN 2020 when Vietnam servedas ASEAN Chair.
For his part, Chan congratulated Vietnam on its successful assumption of theASEAN Chairmanship last year.
The two sides shared the view that despite complex developments of COVID-19,the bilateral defence ties have been implemented in a flexible manner andreaped marked achievements.
Vietnam and Singapore have maintained the operation of the Joint Working Groupon Defence Cooperation and the defence policy dialogue, and personnel training,while closely coordinating in multilateral mechanisms and events.
They agreed to continue cooperation in delegation exchange, personnel training,mutual consultancy and support at ASEAN military-defence activities, and maintainASEAN’s stance on regional and international security issues.
Chien suggested the Singaporean defence ministry help its Vietnamesecounterpart with COVID-19 vaccines, treatment drugs and other medical suppliesto serve the pandemic combat.
The two sides also looked into regional and international security matters andother issues of shared concern, including the East Sea issue, and pledged tomake more efforts to contribute to promoting ASEAN’s centrality in the regionalsecurity architecture, and boosting dialogues and cooperation for peace andstability in the region and the world at large./.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and his Singaporean counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan on September 7 said the two countries should strengthen cooperation in politics, economy, trade, investment and education-training to promote their strategic partnership.
Minister of Public Security Gen. To Lam held online talks with Singaporean Minister for Communications and Information and Minister-in-charge of Smart Nation and Cybersecurity Josephine Teo on October 11.
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.
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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.
Vietnam, Singapore hold 12th defence policy dialogue. (Photo: qdnd.vn) 
