Diplomacy

The two-day annual meeting discussed regional security and emerging challenges, thus putting forth policy recommendations to the upcoming ARF Ministerial Meeting. In his opening remark at the meeting, Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Quoc Dung said the event took place at a time when the region is being deeply impacted by the power-shifting process, policy changes undertaken by big countries, and more traditional and nontraditional security risks. Cooperation among ARF member countries, including the group of EEPs, plays an important role in addressing these impacts, he said, noting that the EEPs group has submitted several pieces of valuable advice, contributing to promoting preventive diplomacy in Asia-Pacific to maintain peace and stability and shaping the rule-based regional security architecture to be led by ASEAN and other ASEAN-led forums. Agenda of this year’s meeting focused on preventive diplomacy within the ARF’s framework, opportunities and … [Read more...] about ARF experts and eminent persons meet in Hanoi

Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) shakes hands with Timor-Leste’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation Dionisio Babo Soares PM Phuc congratulated Timor-Leste on the establishment of a new government headed by PM Mari Alkatiti, believing that under the leadership of the new government, Timor-Leste will maintain stability and strong development, thus contributing to peace, stability and cooperation in the region. Having hailed positive strides in Vietnam-Timor-Leste relations, the PM suggested the two nations further promote bilateral cooperation more comprehensively by increasing the exchange of delegations and setting up periodic exchange mechanisms, firstly the joint committee as agreed in the Frame Agreement on Technical and Economic Cooperation. He said ministries and representative agencies of the two countries need to work harder to regain the growth momentum in trade and investment, and expand cooperation in potential areas such as agriculture, … [Read more...] about WEF ASEAN 2018: PM receives Timor-Leste Foreign Minister

President Tran Dai Quang (R) at a meeting with Japanese Emperor Akihito  According to the NHK public broadcasting organisation, President Quang and his wife were warmly welcomed by Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. President Quang then reviewed the honour guard of the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force. Some 140 Japanese students waved flags to welcome the President and his wife. Afterwards, President Quang met with the Emperor and Empress, during which he highlighted their first-ever historical visit to Vietnam in 2017. The Emperor recalled the warm sentiments of Vietnamese people towards the Japanese royal couple. President Quang said many Vietnamese are learning and working in Japan, serving as a bridge to strengthen the relations between the two countries, he added. The same day evening, President Quang and his spouse attended a state dinner chaired by the Emperor at the Imperial Palace. Meanwhile, Japanese Asahi newspaper devoted its front page to the … [Read more...] about Japanese media highlights welcome ceremony for Vietnamese President

Receiving the delegation, leaders of the province said that Nghe An has maintained and developed the relations with localities of Laos such as Xieng Khouang, Bolikhamxay, Houaphanh, Savannakhet, Khamouane, Vientiane and Xaysomboun. So far, more than 90 Nghe An companies have invested in Laos with total capital of US$200 million. Besides, many residential areas along the border with Laos have established twinning relations with Lao counterparts. Leaders of Nghe An showed belief that the partnership between Vietnam and Laos as well as Nghe An and Lao localities in particular, will be fostered and expanded. For her part, Buaphoune Likhaida lauded Nghe An’s efforts in strengthening the traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries as well as between Nghe An and Laos’ border localities. She said she hope Nghe An will continue maintaining and developing all-round ties with Lao provinces. At the meeting, … [Read more...] about Lao NA committee for ethnic affairs delegation visits Nghe An

Gensuikyo Director Hiroshi Taka (L) at the meeting (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee, Ambassador Nguyen Van Huynh on November 18 received a delegation from the Japan Council against Atomic and Hydrogen Bombs (Gensuikyo). At the meeting, Huynh briefed the guests on Vietnam’s achievements in all fields, especially external relations. He highlighted Vietnam’s consistent external policy of being a friend of all countries, and considering people-to-people diplomacy one of the important pillars. Regarding Vietnam’s efforts to promote peace and solidarity, Huynh noted that over the years, Vietnam has joined many peace and friendship organisations in the world such as the Organisation of Solidarity with the People of Asia, Africa and Latin America. Meanwhile, the Vietnam Peace Committee has held various activities such as international conferences and commemorations in the field, he added. Huynh thanked the Gensuikyo and … [Read more...] about Delegations of Japan council against A&H bombs welcomed in Hanoi