Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s attendance at the G20 Summit in Japan on June 28 - 29 aims to affirm the Party’s foreign policy of proactively participating in multilateral mechanisms.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (first row, centre) at the G20 Summit in Germany in 2017 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Prime Minister NguyenXuan Phuc’s attendance at the G20 Summit in Japan on June 28 - 29 aims toaffirm the Party’s foreign policy of proactively participating in multilateralmechanisms to promote Vietnam as a reliable and responsible partner in theinternational community.
Vietnam was invited to attend the G20 Summit forthe first time in 2010 as Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN).
As host of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC) Forum 2017, Vietnam was invited to attend the G20 Summit and relatedactivities in Germany.
At the event, PM Phuc suggested the G20 build anew global framework on promoting free trade and transfer of technology fordigital products and services, and consider setting up a global startup forumto share innovation experience.
Many of Vietnam’s initiatives were recognised atthe summit’s joint statement such as promoting international cooperation indealing with global economic issues, inclusive and sustainable development,agriculture and water resources security and jobs in the digital economy.
Vietnam also coordinated to promote the commoninterests of developing countries in global trade and international investment,climate change adaptation and economic-financial governance reform.
This year’s G20 Summit will take place in Osaka onJune 28 - 29.
The event will feature different themesincluding global economy, trade and investment, innovation, environment andenergy, employment, women’s empowerment, sustainable development, andhealth.
Established in 1999, the G20 consists of 19individual countries plus the European Union, accounting for two-thirds of theworld population, 90 percent of the global GDP and 80 percent of the worldtrade.
The 19 countries are Argentina, Australia,Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico,the Republic of Korea, South Africa, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the UK, andthe US.-VNA
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc received Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Kunio Umeda in Hanoi on June 20 to discuss measures to promote cooperation between the two countries.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his spouse will lead a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation to attend the G20 Summit and pay a visit to Japan from June 27 to July 1.
Vietnam will take an active part in the upcoming G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, where it will participate as a guest at the invitation of host Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam.
The upcoming visit to Japan by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc from June 27 to July 1 during which he will attend G20 Summit shows how important the two countries’ partnership is to Vietnam.
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.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (first row, centre) at the G20 Summit in Germany in 2017 (Photo: VNA) 
