Plenty of room to Vietnam, Belgium to expand ties: Diplomat
There are still plenty of room for Vietnam and Belgium to expand cooperation in various areas, Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao told Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D’Hose in Brussels on October 13.
Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao (left) meets with Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D’Hose in Brussels on October 13. (Photo: VNA)
Brussels (VNA) – There are still plenty ofroom for Vietnam and Belgium to expand cooperation in various areas, VietnameseAmbassador Nguyen Van Thao told Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D’Hose inBrussels on October 13.
Welcoming Thao, Stephanie D’Hose congratulated him on hisappointment as Vietnamese Ambassador to Belgium and wished him a successfulterm of office to take the two countries’ relations to a new height.
She expressed her delight at the development of the tiesbetween the two countries and two parliaments particularly, reflected by avisit of Vietnamese Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue to Belgiumlast year.
The Belgian official highlighted the significant role ofthe parliaments at the time of COVID-19 and the ever-changing global situation.She proposed the two nations to further beef up inter-parliamentary partnershipand expected to pay a visit to Vietnam in the coming time.
Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao said there are still plenty of room for Vietnam and Belgium to expand cooperation in various areas during the meeting with Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D'Hose in Brussels. (Photo: VNA)
She also highly spoke of what Vietnam and Belgium haveachieved to boost their economic cooperation over the previous years andpledged she will give a further push to the ratification of the EU-VietnamInvestment Protection Agreement (EVIPA).
She later suggested the two sides seek opportunities forexpanded partnership in culture, education and people-to-people exchange.
Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao emphasised hewill try his best to deepen the bilateral ties in all areas.
Looking ahead to the 50th anniversary of theVietnam-Belgium diplomatic ties (1973 – 2023), Thao forwarded the invitation ofVietnamese leaders to leaders of Belgium's parliament to visit Vietnam in the near future.
He said there are still plenty of room for the twocountries to strengthen cooperation in the fields of mutual interest, such asrenewable energy, smart agriculture, seaport, logistics, digital economy,climate change and smart cities.
He asked Belgium to soon ratify the EVIPA and promote other EU members to do the same so this can open more opportunities for Belgian and EUenterprises to do business in Vietnam and expand their presence in neighbouringareas.
He underscored that priority should also be given tocultural and student exchange, and education cooperation to enhance the mutualunderstanding between the two countries' people./.
Relations between Vietnam and the Wallonia-Brussels General Delegation in the country will continue to be reinforced and diversified in the time ahead, according to Nicolas Dervaux, Representative of the Governments of the French-Speaking Community of Belgium and the Walloon Region in Vietnam.
A friendly golf tournament named “Vietnam Ambassador’s Cup 2021” was held at the Hulencourt golf course in Belgium on September 27 to raise funds for Agent Orange/dioxin victims in Vietnam.
Vietnamese families living in Brussels and surrounding areas gathered in the Belgian capital city on October 10 for the annual Vietnam Family Day, which is intended to strengthen the bonds among the Vietnamese community in the European country.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
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 Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao (left) meets with Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D’Hose in Brussels on October 13. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Van Thao said there are still plenty of room for Vietnam and Belgium to expand cooperation in various areas during the meeting with Belgian President of Senate Stephanie D'Hose in Brussels. (Photo: VNA)
