President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Kyodo News President and Editor-in-Chief Masaki Fukuyama (Source: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – PresidentTran Dai Quang has lauded extended cooperation between Vietnam News Agency(VNA) and Japan’s Kyodo News over the past years, saying that it is in accordancewith the Vietnam-Japan extensive strategic partnership.
During a reception in Hanoi onApril 12 for Kyodo News President and Editor-in-Chief Masaki Fukuyama, PresidentQuang highlighted significant progresses in bilateral political and diplomatic tiesover the past 44 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1973.
Expressing support forcooperation plan between the two news agencies, the State leader said asofficial news agencies of Vietnam and Japan, VNA and Kyodo News should furtherpopularise each country’s culture, business environment and people,contributing to deepening mutual understanding and trust between the twopeoples.
At the same time, both sidesshould continue providing timely, comprehensive and objective coverage of achievementsin Vietnam-Japan ties in order to lift the bilateral extensive strategicpartnership to a greater height, he said.
On the APEC Year 2017 with nearly200 meetings and the 25th APEC High-level Week to be held in Da Nang, the hostsaid it enables the two news agencies to coordinate in news coverage tocontribute to the success of such events.
He told his guest that Vietnam isrefining mechanisms and administrative procedures, improving competitivenessand business climate, and prioritising industrialisation and modernisation,during which, the country is ready to provide all possible support for foreignenterprises, including those from Japan, to do long-term business here.
Amid the alarming tradeprotectionism trend, Vietnam backs global trade liberalisation, he said, addingthat countries need to accelerate the negotiations and signing of bilateralfree trade agreements to enhance economic, trade and investment links.
On regional and global issues ofshared concern, he said during meetings, Vietnamese and Japanese leaders underscoredthe need to work closely together at multilateral forums to maintain anenvironment of peace.
Fukuyama, for his part, briefedthe host of the outcomes of collaboration between VNA and Kyodo News over thepast years.
He said the Japanese people aswell as major corporations, groups and local companies are interested in businessopportunities in Vietnam so that Kyodo News holds an important responsibilityfor presenting a full and accurate coverage of Vietnam, its people, culture andbusiness climate.-VNA
General Director of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) Nguyen Duc Loi has given his support to the cooperation between the VNA’s Economic News Department and NNA Japan Co. as proposed by President of the Kyodo News Agency Masaki Fukuyama.
General Director of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) Nguyen Duc Loi and President and Editor-in-Chief of Japan’s Kyodo News Masaki Fukuyama have shared their delight at the fruitful partnership between the two sides through the exchange of news, especially those related to Vietnam and Japan.
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.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Kyodo News President and Editor-in-Chief Masaki Fukuyama (Source: VNA) 
