Speaking at a ceremony to celebrate the 68th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (January 18, 1950) in Hanoi on January 20, Trung said the Vietnam-China traditional friendship is a valuable asset of the two Parties, States and their people. He urged the two sides to work hard to nurture and foster the relations. The Deputy Foreign Minister highlighted positive development in the bilateral ties in 2017, especially visits by top leaders of the two Parties and States during the year. Cooperation between the two countries in economy, trade, investment, tourism and people-to-people exchange also recorded fruitful outcomes, he said. In its foreign policy of independence, multilateralisation and diversification of international relations, Vietnam attaches great importance to the traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation with China, Trung affirmed, adding that this is a consistent and long-term policy, and is a strategic choice and top priority in Vietnam’s foreign policy. He expressed his belief that with efforts made by both sides, the relations will be constantly strengthened and will make new strides forward, importantly contributing to peace, cooperation and development in the region. Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam Hong Xiao Yong also looked back at achievements in the Vietnam-China relations over the last 68 years in his speech. He affirmed China attaches important to developing the friendship with Vietnam and is willing to work with Vietnam in realising common perceptions reached by the two countries’ high-level leaders, towards deepening the Vietnam-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership.
A series of events will be held to mark the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK), reported the RoK Cultural Centre at the RoK Embassy in Vietnam in Hanoi on October 1. Park Nark Jong, Director of the RoK Cultural Centre, said that a lot of cultural and music exchanges are currently underway across both countries to celebrate the Vietnam - RoK Friendship Year 2012. The highlight in October is a classical concert in Hanoi, featuring famous Korean musician Sumi Jo and the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra. Additionally, a Korean language festival scheduled…... [read more]
NDO – A ceremony was held in Ha Tinh province, on August 30, to celebrate the 55th founding anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic ties (September 5, 1962-2017) and 40 years since the signing of the Vietnam-Laos Treaty on Amity and Cooperation (July 18-1977-2017).Speaking at the ceremony, member of Party Central Committee and Secretary of Ha Tinh provincial Party Committee Le Dinh Son reviewed the historical milestones of the wars against the imperialist invasion by the Vietnamese and Lao people.Over the past few years, Ha Tinh province has always created favourable conditions and supported Lao provinces to develop the relations between the…... [read more]
Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam Sun Guoxiang on January 18 held a banquet to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Vietnam-China diplomatic relations (January 18). Among the partcipants to the celebrations were National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Phu Trong and Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Sinh Hung. Addressing the event, the ambassador said the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between China and Vietnam are ushering in a new phase of development. Political relations between the two countries have become closer, economic and trade cooperation more diversified and cultural exchanges accelerated, the Chinese ambassador said. Lingering issues from history have been addressed step by step and…... [read more]
The Israeli Embassy in Vietnam, in conjunction with the National Academy of Music, held a performance in Hanoi on April 11 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Vietnam-Israel diplomatic ties (July 12) and the 65th Independence Day of Israel. At the event, Israeli Ambassador Meirav Shahar conveyed Israeli President Simon Peres' message to the Vietnamese State and people, which said that Israel highly values bilateral relations with Vietnam and will continue making every effort to strengthen and expand their relationship. Shahar said that in the time to come, the embassy will work closely with other authorised agencies to organise more…... [read more]
NDO/VNA – An international seminar featuring upcoming prospects in Vietnam-India ties is currently taking place in New Delhi, attracting nearly 50 delegates from Vietnam, Singapore and India.Co-organised by the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies and Delhi University’s Zakir Husain Delhi College, the event is part of activities to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Vietnam-India diplomatic ties.Speaking at the July 3-4 event, Vietnamese Ambassador to India Ton Sinh Thanh said Vietnam and India are not only trustworthy partners but also amicable countries which are willing to exchange views on bilateral and multilateral issues. Over the…... [read more]
