Vietnam’s President Tran Dai Quang and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi exchanged specific measures to enhance the bilateral cooperation in wide-ranging fields during their talks in Hanoi on September 6.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi chaired the international press conference (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s PresidentTran Dai Quang and Egypt’s PresidentAbdel Fattah el-Sisi exchanged specific measures to enhance the bilateralcooperation in wide-ranging fields during their talks in Hanoi on September 6.
The Vietnamese President informed the mediaabout the results of his talks with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, emphasisingthe importance of the guest’s State visit, which is the first of its kind sincethe two countries established diplomatic ties in 1963. The visit demonstrates the determination of Egypt to furtherdeepen its traditional friendship and cooperation with Vietnam over the pastdecades, he said.
Politically, the two Presidents affirmed toprovide mutual support for the prosperity of their people as well as regionaland global peace.
They agreed to increase all-level delegationexchanges, especially among high-ranking officials, while strengtheningcoordination at regional and international forums of the United Nations,Non-Aligned Movement, and Francophone International Organization.
The two leaders evaluated that the economiccooperation opportunities between Vietnam and Egypt are huge and supplementary.
They showed strong determination to increasetwo-way trade to 1 billion USD in the future and pledged to create allfavourable conditions for businesses to run investment in the fields of theirstrengths such as telecommunication, information technology, seaport,shipbuilding, consumer production, agriculture, and farm produce processing.
🤡 Vietnam is committed to facilitating the entryof Egyptian goods in Vietnam and welcomes the Egyptian President’s support forthe import of Vietnamese products, President Quang said.
He said that thesigning of the minutes of the Vietnam-Egypt Intergovernmental Committee’s fifthmeeting and other cooperation deals in investment, culture, tourism,transportation, fisheries and land use during the Egyptian President’s visitwill help complete a legal framework for bilateral partnership in the future. He expressed beliefthat with the firm foundation of the 54-year ties, as well as high collaborationpotential and efforts of the two sides, the traditional friendship andall-round affiliation between the two countries will expand in an intensive andeffective manner. For his part,Egyptian President Abdel Fattal el-Sisi noted that Egypt and Vietnam haveenjoyed close relations in politics, economics and culture. He affirmed thatEgypt wishes to beef up win-win economic partnership between the two countries. Highlightingmeasures to balance trade between the two countries, the Egyptian leaderbriefed on Egypt’s major projects that aim to create a good environment forinvestment and technology attraction, especially the Suez Canal areadevelopment project. Egypt hopes for newprospects in bilateral cooperation, meeting the aspiration of both Vietnameseand Egyptian people. On the occasion,President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi invited President Tran Dai Quang to visit Egyptat a convenient time to continue efforts to strengthen bilateral partnership.-VNA
A seminar on opportunities, challenges and prospect for cooperation between Vietnam and Egypt cooperation took place in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo on May 8.
Trade between Vietnam and Egypt could develop strongly from the current annual level of 400 million USD if the two sides make good use of cooperation opportunities.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi’s visit to Vietnam is considered an important milestone in Vietnam-Egypt cooperation, which is expected to boost the traditional partnership between the two countries in all fields.
The official visit to Vietnam of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi will create a momentum for the development of Vietnam-Egypt relations, stated Egyptian Minister of Investment and International Cooperation Dr Sahar Nasr.
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.
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.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi chaired the international press conference (Photo: VNA)
