Vietnam, Israel seek measures to boost cooperation
Vietnam and Israel have agreed to strengthen their cooperation during the second meeting of the Vietnam-Israel inter-governmental committee for cooperation in economy, science, technology and other areas.
Minister of Science and Technology Chu Ngoc Anh (left) and Israeli Minister of Economy and Industry Eli Cohen. (Photo: VNA)
Tel Aviv (VNA) - Vietnam and Israelhave agreed to strengthen their cooperation during the second meeting of theVietnam-Israel inter-governmental committee for cooperation in economy,science, technology and other areas.
The information was released by VietnameseMinister of Science and Technology Chu Ngoc Anh, who co-chaired the meeting,during an interview with Vietnam News Agency’s correspondent in Tel Aviv,Israel, on the sidelines of the event.
The two sides noted with satisfaction thealready fruitful cooperation between the two countries, with two-way tradeincreasing significantly during 2010-2016, he said.
They also began negotiations for a freetrade agreement with three meetings and are preparing for the next round, hesaid, noting Israel has recognised Vietnam’s market economic status.
Both agreed that Vietnam and Israel hold alot of potential for cooperation as the two economies are reciprocal.
At the meeting, they agreed to work togetherto raise bilateral trade to 3 billion USD as agreed by the two countries’leaders and accelerate the signing of the trade deal, while seeking anagreement on labour cooperation.
The two sides also set forth measures toimplement a financial protocol.
Israel said the country stands ready toshare its experience in launching and promoting start-ups.
They also agreed on measures to step upcooperation in technology, agriculture, navigation and development.
Anh said Vietnam and Israel will mark the 25th anniversary of their diplomatic ties in 2018 and the two sides will coordinateto implement cooperation programmes for the interests of each side.
According to the minister, during his tripto Israel, the two countries’ ministries of science and technology signed amemorandum of understanding on scientific and technological cooperation.
Vietnam’s National Technology InnovationFund and the Israel Innovation Authority signed an agreement and will employmeasures to call for joint projects and technology innovation projects.
Anhnoted his hope that with Israel’s potential in technology, especiallyhigh-tech, and Vietnam’s capacity and preparations, bilateral scientific and technologicalcooperation will further develop.-VNA
Ambassador of Israel to Vietnam Meirav Eilon Shahar has stated that Israel, as a start-up nation, is willing to share experience as well as projects in start-up with Vietnam.
The Vietnam National Satellite Centre (VNSC) and the Israel Space Agency inked an agreement on cooperation in science and technology and peaceful use of outer space, in Hanoi on June 21.
A graduation ceremony has been recently held for 50 Vietnamese students who attended the International Course for Agriculture from 2016-2017 at Sedrot Negev Agriculture Centre in northern Israel.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology and its Israeli counterpart inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in science and technology in Israel on July 25.
Plans to strengthen cooperation between Vietnam and Israel were discussed at the second meeting of the Vietnam-Israel Intergovernmental Committee for Economics, Science and Technology in Tel Aviv, Israel from July 24-26.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly departed from Hanoi on August 10 morning for a four-day state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK), which is made at an invitation of RoK President Lee Jae Myung.
As part of the ASEAN Day celebrations, the Vietnamese embassy will also host the ASEAN Family Day 2025 in Ottawa to foster solidarity and community spirit among ASEAN members in Canada.
State President Luong Cuong’s trip once again reaffirmed the Party and State’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of relations. It also reflected the strong trend of enhanced cooperation among countries of the Global South in shaping a new, more multipolar, fair and equitable world order.
The outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam's visit will serve as a driving force and source of inspiration for the two countries to inherit, promote, and elevate their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, contributing to the national construction and development cause in each country, and to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 9 inspected the construction site of the new Phong Chau bridge, and surveyed a planned route for the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong railway section running through the northern province of Phu Tho.
Across print, broadcast, and online platforms, Angolan media portrayed State President Luong Cuong's visit as a warm and historic occasion, strengthening bilateral ties and boosting Vietnam’s presence in Africa through the AU.
The 500kV Lao Cai – Vinh Yen power transmission line has a total investment of over 7.41 trillion VND (282.5 million USD), and a total length of 229.5 km, passing through 31 communes in the two provinces, and comprising 468 transmission tower foundations.
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.
Minister of Science and Technology Chu Ngoc Anh (left) and Israeli Minister of Economy and Industry Eli Cohen. (Photo: VNA) 
