Vietnamese, Japanese Deputy Foreign Ministers hold talks in Hanoi
Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu held talks in Hanoi on March 11 with Komura Masahiro, Member of the House of Representatives, Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, who is in Vietnam for a visit from March 10-13.
Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu (R) meets Komura Masahiro, Member of the House of Representatives, Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs NguyenMinh Vu held talks in Hanoi on March 11 with Komura Masahiro, Member of theHouse of Representatives, Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, who is inVietnam for a visit from March 10-13.
Vu proposed the two sides maintain theexchange of high-level and all-level delegations in 2024, and Japan continue tocooperate and support Vietnam to promote industrialisation and modernisation inthe new context.
The Vietnamese official expressed hissatisfaction with the progress in bilateral economic cooperation, and inimproving Vietnam's investment in the environment as well as collaboration in such newfields as green transformation, digital transformation, and implementationof projects within the framework of Japan's Asian Zero Emissions Community(AZEC) initiative.
He also suggested the two countries boostlabour cooperation and training of skilled human resources to meet their demands,and create favourable conditions for Vietnamese labourers in Japan.
The Japanese official affirmed Vietnam has animportant position in Japan's foreign policy on theregion. Emphasising the importance of the two countries’ establishment of theircomprehensive strategic partnership and organisation of large-scale eventscelebrating the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations in 2023, Komurasaid that his ministry will maintain close coordination with the Vietnamese sideto successfully prepare visits and contacts by high-level leaders in the comingtime.
The two officials also exchanged views onthe world and regional situations; agreed to strengthen coordination andcooperation on international issues of mutual concern, and to actively contributeto peace and prosperity in the region; and affirmed to maintain mutual supportat multilateral forums and international organisations./.
Ho Chi Minh City commits to continuing exerting efforts for the promotion of the Vietnam - Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Bui Xuan Cuong said at a ceremony held by the Japanese Consulate General in the city on February 29 to celebrate Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s 64th birthday (February 23).
As many as 22 Vietnamese enterprises are showcasing their products at Foodex Japan 2024, one of the largest international food and beverage exhibitions in Asia, which kicked off in Tokyo, Japan on March 5.
The 9th Japan Vietnam Festival, themed “Hold hands together - From now on”, was held in Ho Chi Minh City on March 9-10, starting a series of cultural, sport, trade and tourism activities between the two countries.
A delegation from the Finance Ministry led by Minister Ho Duc Phoc on March 11 had a working session with Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki and representatives from Japanese partners to promote bilateral financial cooperation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip conveyed an important message that aligns with the event's theme -the spirit of entrepreneurship for a new era- aiming to maximise international resources in service of national development.
The attendance of the Vietnamese delegation headed by PM Pham Minh Chinh at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin carries importance significance, said a researcher on Vietnam.
Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his belief that Australian Ambassador Gillian Bird, with her extensive experience and deep understanding of the region, would make significant contributions to advancing the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership while receiving the newly appointed diplomat in Hanoi on June 26.
Speaking to reporters on June 26, Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated that Vietnam calls all parties involved to seriously comply with the agreement, creating conditions for peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.
The President also identified certain limitations in advisory work that require continued innovation and quality improvement to meet state leadership requirements.
The Law on Participation in United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Operations establishes the fundamental principles, roles, functions, and operational framework for Vietnam’s engagement in the UN peacekeeping missions.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on June 26 visited the Memorial Hall of the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and Pudong district, a development model in the new era of Shanghai as well as China.
The resolution on tuition exemption and support in the national education system was approved with 440 out of 441 deputies present voting in favour. It takes effect from the date of its adoption and will be applied starting from the 2025–2026 academic year.
An official of HCM City attributed achievements of the two countries' relations to not only efforts by both countries' governments but also perservering support from people's organisations, businesses, and dedicated individuals.
The two sides committed to adopting breakthrough measures to broaden the scope of cooperation and further boost trade turnover in a more balanced and mutually beneficial manner, towards better responding to fluctuations in global trade and contributing to ensuring a stable and sustainable supply chain.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed the city enhance exchanges with Vietnamese localities, particularly Ho Chi Minh City. He called for deeper, result-oriented cooperation in trade, investment, and strategic development — especially in sectors where Shanghai has strengths and Vietnam has demand, such as transport infrastructure, smart and green cities, and innovation.
President Luong Cuong appreciated the ambassadors' contributions to Vietnam's relations with their countries and called for continued efforts to help advance those ties.
PM Pham Minh Chinh called on the SSE and the Shanghai IFC to share their expertise with and provide technical support for relevant Vietnamese ministries and agencies during the process of building Vietnam’s own international financial centre.
According to the resolution, Nguyen Thi Thanh, a member of the Party Central Committee and Vice Chairwoman of the NA, was appointed Standing Vice President of the council and head of its personnel sub-committee.
PM Pham Minh Chinh has expressed his confidence that Asia has all the necessary foundations to continue rising, asserting its role as a pillar and driving force of the global economy.
In his closing speech at the 10th plenum of the Party Central Committee in September 2024, Party General Secretary Lam declared: “With the position and strength accumulated over 40 years of renewal, and with the unity of the entire Party, people, and army, alongside new opportunities under the sound Party leadership, we now possess the essential conditions to enter a new era."
Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu (R) meets Komura Masahiro, Member of the House of Representatives, Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan (Photo: VNA) 
