Vietnam hopes for UNIDO’s support in developing support industry: PM
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has proposed the United Nations Industry Development Organisation (UNIDO) launch projects to help Vietnam develop the support industry for automobile and garment sectors and push industry in a low carbon and sustainable direction.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) meets UNIDO Director Li Yong (Photo: VNA)
Da Nang (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has proposedthe United Nations Industry Development Organisation (UNIDO) launch projects tohelp Vietnam develop the support industry for automobile and garment sectorsand push industry in a low carbon and sustainable direction.
Meeting UNIDO Director Li Yong in the central city of Da Nang on June 27on the sidelines of the sixth Global Environment Facility (GEF)’s Assembly, theGovernment leader suggested UNIDO assist Vietnam in improving capacity inreceiving and transferring technology, increasing power efficiency anddeveloping human resources to serve production development.
The PM lauded the UNIDO leader’s participation in the GEF-6 when Vietnamand UNIDO are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their partnership.
He expressed delight at the achievements of both sides over the years, includingcooperation in boosting the growth of the processing industry and ruralindustries.
He lauded UNIDO’s support and effective policy consultation on buildingof industrial parks, power efficiency and waste treatment, reform of businessregistration, management of natural resources, environment, the evaluation ofmanufacturing skill training and building of a new industry strategy.
Vietnam is ready to cooperate with UNIDO in deploying the green energystrategy, he stated, calling for UNIDO’s assistance in infrastructure projectsconnecting China and ASEAN and Vietnam in particular.
For his part, Li Yong thanked Vietnam for supporting UNIDO’s activitiesover the years.
Reviewing cooperation outcomes between the two sides, including theproject to develop an eco-industrial park and transfer technology in central DaNang city, Li Yong pledged that UNIDO will continue coordinating withVietnamese agencies in researching and applying new technology for sustainable developmentin Vietnam.
Praising PM Phuc’s proposals, Li Yong stressed that Vietnam’scontributions to the UNIDO have aided the success and growth of theorganisation.
Noting that ties between Vietnam and UNIDO have thrived, Li Yong expressedbelief that the two sides will continue working closely in the future.-VNA
The Prime Minister has approved the portfolio of a project funded by UNIDO to assist the building of development policies and strategy for the industrial sector through capacity building.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has honoured the Head of Vietnam Office of the UN Industrial Development Organisation ( UNIDO ), Patrick J. Gilabert, for his contributions.
A workshop was held in the central city of Da Nang on June 24 to discuss strategies for food and cool chain development with the aim of enhancing adaptation to climate change.
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.
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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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) meets UNIDO Director Li Yong (Photo: VNA) 
