Vietnam, Thailand look to raise trade to 25 bln USD
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Thailand Don Pramudwinai agreed to implement measures to raise bilateral trade to 25 billion USD soon during their phone talks on May 19.
Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Deputy PrimeMinister and Foreign Minister of Thailand Don Pramudwinai agreed to implement measures to raise bilateraltrade to 25 billion USD soon during their phone talks on May 19.
Don Pramudwinai spoke highly of Vietnam’s fight against COVID-19, socio-economicdevelopment, significant external achievements, success in its role as ASEANChair 2020, a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council(UNSC) and UNSC Chair in April.
He affirmed that Thailand attaches importance to the enhanced strategicpartnership with Vietnam.
Son, for his part, lauded𝓡 the efficiency𝓀 of bilateral collaboration invarious areas, adding that Thailand remains Vietnam’s largest trade partner inASEAN and the ninth largest investor despite the pandemic.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Thailand Don Pramudwinai (Photo: VNA)
Both sides consented to closely work to celebrate the 45th anniversaryof bilateral diplomatic ties (August 6), continue facilitating the exchange ofdelegations at all levels, effectively carry out bilateral cooperationmechanisms, including the fourth Joint Cabinet meeting co-chaired by the twoPMs, the fourth Inter-Committee on Bilateral Cooperation at ministerial level,and the eighth political consultation at deputy ministerial level.
They agreed to soon sign an action programme to realise enhancedstrategic partnership for the 2021-2025 period, work closely together to copewith the pandemic and access safe and effective vaccines.
Minister Son suggested Thailand mitigate trade barriers and shareinformation related to export-import procedures and regulations.
On regional and global issues of shared concern, they affirmed ASEAN’scentral role in helping Myanmar overcome existing challenges.
The two sides pledged to partner with ASEAN to push forward Myanmar’simplementatiꩲon of “Five-point consensus” adopted at the ASEAN Leaders’ Summitin April./.
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Quoc Dung and Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Thailand Thani Thongphakdi exchanged views on cooperation between the two countries and ministries, along with regional and international issues of shared concern, during their online talks on February 24.
Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha affirmed his country will continue to closely cooperate with Vietnam, both bilaterally and multilaterally, for the benefits of the two nations.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held phone talks with his Thai counterpart Prayut Chan-o-cha on May 12, during which they agreed to coordinate closely in further developing the enhanced strategic partnership between the two countries.
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.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (Photo: VNA) 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Thailand Don Pramudwinai (Photo: VNA) 
