President Truong Tan Sang has requested Nghe An province to accelerate the application of science and technology in industrial production, and develop concentrated agricultural production models.
President Truong Tan Sang meets war veterans in Nghe An (Source: VNA)
President Truong Tan Sang has requested Nghe An province to accelerate the application of science and technology in industrial production, and develop concentrated agricultural production models in order to become an economic centre of the northern central region.
While meeting with local authorities on August 8 as part of his visit to Nghe An, the President acknowledged the province’s socio-economic development achievements, with per capita income expected to reach 29 million VND (1,329 USD) in 2015.
The new-style rural area building campaign has been implemented widely, with infrastructure facilities improved. In the first half of this year, Nghe An granted and adjusted investment licences to 107 projects worth over 33 trillion VND (1.52 billion USD).
However, the State leader asked the province to maintain focus on vocational training to develop a skilled workforce, as this is an important element during the industrialisation process.
It is necessary for Nghe An to efficiently use official development assistance (ODA) loans and avoid inappropriate investments and wastefulness, and connect more closely with other localities and businesses to make it strong enough for integration.
As a border locality, Nghe An should also pay more attention to improving the lives of locals and preventing migration, he added.
The same day, the State leader attended the second congress of the Nghe An association of former revolutionary prisoners, during which he requested local authorities to continue assistance for the families of former revolutionary prisoners, who are living in disadvantaged circumstances.
On August 7, the State leader joined National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and NA Vice Chairman Uong Chu Luu to attend the inaugural ceremony of the Truong Bon historical site in My Son commune, Do Luong district.
Addressing the ceremony, President Sang recalled unforgettable events from the war time in Truong Bon, a key transport hub from the north to the south where over 1,200 officers, soldiers, volunteers, transport workers and militia sacrificed their lives to ensure the transportation of aid to the southern front, contributing to the liberation of the south and national unification.
He noted the relic site’s significance in paying tribute to the fallen heroes for national independence and freedom and educating young generations on the nation’s patriotic and resilient tradition for the country’s prosperity and immortality.
He also offered incense at the Kim Lien relic site in Nam Dan district, which is late President Ho Chi Minh's hometown.-VNA
The outpost island of Mat off the coast of central Nghe An province will be home to a 22.6m flagpole serving as the country’s marine sovereignty marker as the construction of this facility was started on February 1.
The central province of Nghe An plans to concentrate on the development of key industries up to 2020, including the production and supply of cement, building materials, sugars, electricity and garments.
The central province of Nghe An is taking measures to build and upgrade its irrigation network to meet water demands for agricultural purposes, daily use and industrial production.
The visits reflected the elevated position of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the new era—aimed at not only advancing ties with key regional partners like Egypt and Angola but also delivering a strategic message about Vietnam’s commitment to deepening relations with African nations as a whole.
At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
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.
President Truong Tan Sang meets war veterans in Nghe An (Source: VNA)
