Singaporean minister highlights relationship with Vietnam
Singaporean Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng highlighted the close relationship between Singapore and Vietnam, while addressing a ceremony held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Singapore on September 19 evening to mark Vietnam’s 79th National Day (September 2).
Singaporean Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng speaking at 18th Singapore-Vietnam Connectivity Ministerial Meeting (Photo: VNA)
Singapore (VNA) - Singaporean Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng highlighted the close relationship between Singapore and Vietnam, while addressing a ceremony held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Singapore on September 19 evening to mark Vietnam’s 79th National Day (September 2).
He emphasised the three key aspects that Vietnam and Singapore are focusing on to enhance cooperation, namely human resources development, economic and investment relations, and strategic partnership. Specifically, Singapore is a leading supporter of Vietnam's human resources development through initiatives like the Singapore Cooperation Programme (SCP), the Potential Leaders’ Programme, and the Singapore-Vietnam Connectivity Ministerial Meeting. It is also Vietnam's second-largest foreign investor, contributing significantly to industrial and commercial zones, and creating hundreds of thousands of jobs.
Meanwhile, the emphasis on strengthening bilateral relations and the strategic partnership particularly spotlights the renewable energy sector, through joint ventures, technical cooperation, and carbon credits, as well as enhancing regional collaboration to improve energy development capabilities and support sustainable development.
The minister also stressed the importance of supporting ASEAN and international law, and committing to a peaceful and prosperous Southeast Asia.
Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador Mai Phuoc Dung said that after 79 years of national building and defence, Vietnam has emerged as a middle-income country with a stable and strong political system, and a new image and position on the international stage.
In its relations with Singapore, the two counties enjoy a robust, substantive, and effective cooperation across various areas, reflected through the upgrade of their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2023.
Within the multilateral framework, Vietnam and Singapore have closely collaborated with other ASEAN countries and partners to promote ASEAN's unity and centrality in꧙ regional issues, and in building a safe𝓡 and stable regional and international order based on the principles of international law./.
Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung paid a working visit to Singapore on September 18-19, on the occasion of the 18th Singapore-Vietnam Connectivity Ministerial Meeting.
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore Albert Chua co-chaired the 16th Vietnam-Singapore political consultation in Singapore on September 4.
On the occasion of the 79th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day (September 2, 1945-2024) and 55 years of implementing President Ho Chi Minh's testament, cadres from the Embassy and other agencies of Vietnam in Singapore, along with representatives of the Vietnamese community there laid flowers in tribute to the late leader at his statue at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) on September 1-2.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
