The Vietnamese Embassy in Russia on September 2 held a meeting in Moscow to mark the 75th anniversary of National Day, and offered incense to President Ho Chi Minh.
An overview of the ceremony in Argentina to markthe 75th anniversary of National Day (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Russiaon September 2 held a meeting in Moscow to mark the 75th anniversaryof National Day, and offered incense to President Ho Chi Minh.
Addressing the event, Ambassador Ngo Duc Manh affirmed thatthe success of Vietnam’s “Doi Moi” (renewal) cause since 1986 has helped ensurepolitical stability in Vietnam and lift it from a under-developed country to amiddle-income developing one with increasing foreign investment andstrengthened capacity in science, defence and security.
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnam has still recordedpositive economic growth, he noted.
Participants at the event highlighted Vietnam’s achievementsin various fields. Vietnam is among the top 20 countries in the world inmilitary capacity, population and Internet users. The country has maintainedpartnership with 220 foreign markets, while becoming the leading riceexporterand among the 25 biggest import-export countries globally.
The same day, the Vietnamese Embassy in Argentina held aceremony to mark the special occasion. Ambassador Dang Xuan Dung said thatVietnam’s efforts in fighting COVID-19 have been lauded by the internationalcommunity.
He said that Vietnam and Argentina are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their comprehensive partnership, with fruitful cooperation inall fields.
The ambassador affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to working withArgentina to promote the bilateral relationship for the benefit of both countries’people.
In a message sent to the event, Argentinean Deputy ForeignMinister Pablo Tettamanti extended greetings to Vietnam on the National Day,highlighting that the year of 2020 witnesses Vietnam’s outstandingcontributions in the world arena, especially in the role of ASEAN Chair andnon-permanent member of the UN Security Council.
He vowed that the Argentinean Government will continue tocoordinate with Vietnam to promote the cooperation between the two regions andcope with challenges in the multilateral system.
Meanwhile in Cambodia, the Vietnamese General Consulate inBattambang received a number of delegations who came to congratulate Vietnam onits 75th National Day, including those from Battambang and Banteay Meancheyprovinces.
The Vietnamese community in the province led by ConsulGeneral Le Tuan Khanh also offered incense to heroic martyrs at theCambodia-Vietnam Friendship Monument in Battambang./.
Overseas Vietnamese in Thailand’s Udon Thani province on September 2 held a ceremony to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Vietnam's National Day and an incense offering ceremony to commemorate late President Ho Chi Minh at the Ho Chi Minh relic site in Nong On hamlet in Chiang Phin commune.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela laid flowers at President Ho Chi Minh’s statue in Simon Bolivar Boulevard and the Monument and tomb of national hero Simon Bolivar in Caracas on September 1 on the occasion of Vietnam's 75th National Day (September 2).
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 23,203 VND per USD on September 1, up 8 VND from the day before the National Day (September 2) holiday.
Leaders of Cambodia, India, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), Japan, the Republic of Korea (RoK), the US, France, Italy, Canada and Australia have extended their congratulations to the Vietnamese Party and State leaders on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the country’s National Day (September 2, 1945-2020).
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.
An overview of the ceremony in Argentina to markthe 75th anniversary of National Day (Photo: VNA) 
