NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai (L) and First Deputy Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives Ahmed Saad El-Din Mohamed Abd El-Rehim (Photo: VNA)
Cairo (VNA) – A delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) led by its ViceChairman Nguyen Duc Hai paid a working visit to Egypt from November 25-29.
During the visit, Hai held talks with First Deputy Speaker ofthe Egyptian House of Representatives Ahmed Saad El-Din Mohamed Abd El-Rehimwho said that the two sides have supported each other at international forums inline with common stances in various issues such as human rights and disarmament.
He appreciated Vietnam’s backing for Arab problems, as wellas the country’s viewpoints at multilateral forums, especially at theUnited Nations Security Council (UNSC).
The Egyptian leader also expressed his wish that Vietnam will continue tosupport Egypt at international forums and in the Association of Southeast AsianNations (ASEAN), and suggested the two parliaments promote cooperation and exchange of delegations at all levels, and share legislative experience in order tocontribute to promoting the bilateral collaboration in the fields of economy,trade, education, tourism, culture and heritage conservation.
Hai affirmed that Vietnam always attaches importance to andwishes to strengthen the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation betweenthe two countries and the two legislative bodies in a comprehensive andpractical manner.
This visit aimed to continue consolidating and developing thegood bilateral friendship and cooperation, he said, adding that Vietnam always appreciatesthe important role and position of Egypt in Africa and the world, especially atregional and international multilateral organisations and forums such as the UN,the African Union (AU), the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
He asked the two countries’ ministries and sectors to soonhold the sixth meeting of the inter-governmental committee to review and putforward specific measures to improve multifaceted cooperation.
Hai proposed the two sides strengthen collaboration in culture and tourism, cooperationbetween localities, and people-to-people exchanges.
NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai works with Deputy Speaker of the Senate Bahaa El-Din Abu Shoqa
The NA Vice Chairman also worked with Deputy Speaker of theSenate Bahaa El-Din Abu Shoqa, during which they affirmed to continuestrengthening cooperation between the two legislative bodies; creatingfavourable conditions for businesses and investors; working together to addressglobal issues such as food security, water security and climate change response;and cooperating and sharing experience in digital transformation ande-parliament building.
Hai also worked with leaders of the EgyptianGeneral Authority for Investment and Free Zones and the Suez Canal SpecialEconomic Zone, and visited the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt./.
Deputy head of the Party Central Committee's Commission for External Relations Truong Quang Hoai Nam had meetings with Egyptian parliamentarians and representatives from political parties, during his visit to Egypt from September 27-29.
Vietnam and Egypt have a traditional relationship and have great potential to promote cooperation in various fields, saying that this is a solid foundation for Hanoi and Cairo to establish friendship and cooperative relations, Nguyen Van Phong, deputy secretary of Hanoi Party Committee, has said.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt has been actively and proactively promoting economic diplomacy to further boost bilateral economic, trade, investment and tourism ties, Ambassador Nguyen Huy Dung told Vietnam News Agency in a recent interview in Cairo.
A delegation from the Communist Review led by Deputy Editor-in-Chief Asso. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Ha recently held working sessions with the Egyptian Communist Party (ECP) and the Socialist People’s Alliance Party (SPAP) as part of their working trip to Cairo.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
Over the past five decades, the Vietnam - Angola relationship has grown steadily, marked by political trust and close bonds between their Parties, States, Governments, and peoples, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
President Luong Cuong called on the two countries to join hands to promote South – South cooperation, contribute to building a fair and equal global political and economic order, safeguard independence and sovereignty, and promote extensive and substantive international solidarity and cooperation.
President Luong Cuong called on the community to remain united, integrate well into local society, adhere to local laws, and continue contributing to both Angola’s development and Vietnam – Angola relations.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Angola Carolina Cerqueira agreed to continue strengthening political trust, boost high-level delegation exchanges via all channels, including the parliamentary one, and create favourable legal conditions for bilateral cooperation.
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço met with the press right after concluding their talks and witnessing the signing of seven cooperation agreements between the two countries in Luanda on August 7.
State President Luong Cuong stressed the fraternal ties between Vietnam and Angola as a shared invaluable asset. It serves as a solid foundation for both countries to enter a new phase of development, further foster political trust and mutual support between the two Parties and States, and deepen the solidarity and mutual understanding between their people.
At the dialogue, both sides expressed satisfaction with the intensive and extensive development of bilateral relationship since it was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year.
The robust collaboration between the Vietnamese National Assembly and Japan’s National Diet, particularly between the two nations’ parliamentary friendship groups, is a hallmark of bilateral relations, contributing to deepening the Vietnam-Japan comprehensive strategic partnership, said NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long received British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew in Hanoi on August 7, affirming education as a standout pillar in the Vietnam - UK Strategic Partnership.
NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai (L) and First Deputy Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives Ahmed Saad El-Din Mohamed Abd El-Rehim (Photo: VNA) 
NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai works with Deputy Speaker of the Senate Bahaa El-Din Abu Shoqa 
