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President Tran Dai Quang’s state visits to Ethiopia and Egypt from August 23-29 have created new momentum for bilateral relations between Vietnam and the two countries, and opened new opportunities for effective cooperation between Vietnam and African nations. Vietnam (L) and Ethiopia ink agreement on visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders  The two trips, made at the invitation of Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, have recorded positive outcomes regarding the exchange of content between all sides, successful documents signed, as well as President Quang’s sideline activities. At the end of the visits, Vietnam and the two countries issued joint statements chalking up major orientations to boost bilateral ties in the future. Vietnam, Ethiopia bring relations to new height In Ethiopia from August 23-25, President Tran Dai Quang held talks with Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome and also had separate … [Read more...] about Vietnam boosts traditional friendship with Africa

The United Nations (UN) should optimise its existing tools in preventive diplomacy and its intermediary role in supporting reconciliation, stated Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the UN. Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the UN Addressing a UN Security Council session on the mediation and settlement of disputes on August 29, the Vietnamese ambassador said it is necessary to promote the role of the UN Secretary-General and supporting agencies, as well as UN coordination with other regional and sub-regional organisations to help countries deal with the roots of disputes. The diplomat highlighted the leading role of the UN in preventing disputes and coping with them using peaceful measures. He also stressed the role of regional organisations in maintaining world peace and security. He noted that ASEAN has made active contributions to strengthening dialogue and mutual understanding, promoting a cooperative and … [Read more...] about UN should optimise mediation tools: Vietnamese ambassador

The Ministry of Finance has topped 19 governmental agencies with public services in the Vietnam ICT Index for six years in a row after earning 0.926 points this year. Ministry of Finance's headquarters. The ministry has topped Vietnam ICT Index for six consecutive years. The ministry ranks first in ICT human infrastructure (1.000 points), ICT applications (0.900), and internal ICT applications (1.000 points). It is followed by the Vietnam Social Security, the State Bank of Vietnam and the Ministry of Information and Communications. The last three positions are taken by the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources and the Government Inspectorate. Over recent years, the Ministry of Finance has taken many steps to apply information technology across its divisions in an effort to catch up with Industry 4.0. It has deployed Big Data Analytics and started to use social media and mobile technology to delivery public services online, such as e-Tax, e-Customs, … [Read more...] about Ministry of Finance tops Vietnam ICT Index for six consecutive years

Mekong River Commission to hold forum on Lao hydropower project Pham Tuan Phan, CEO at the MRC Secretariat The Mekong River Commission (MRC) will organise the first regional stakeholder forum on the Pak Lay hydropower project in Vientiane, Laos, on September 20-21, according to the MRC’s press release on August 30. Pak Lay will be the fourth hydroelectric facility to be built on the Mekong River as proposed by the Lao government, following Don Sahong, Xayaburi, and Pak Beng. The forum aims to provide information on the Pak Lay project and the MRC’s prior consultation process. Pham Tuan Phan, CEO at the MRC Secretariat, said the forum will create a platform to enable stakeholders to raise their legitimate concerns and give suggestions on the project and its activities.  This is also a unique opportunity for involved parties to share and take note of all concerns with MRC member countries, especially those proposing the construction of hydropower plants, in order to … [Read more...] about Government News 31/8

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his spouse hosted a banquet for ambassadors, charge d’affaires and heads of international organisations in Hanoi on August 30 on the occasion of the 73rd anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2). Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his spouse (R) host a banquet on National Day (September 2) On behalf of the Vietnamese Party, State, Government and people, the Prime Minister warmly welcomed the foreign diplomats and international friends to the celebration. He stated that on September 2, 1945, President Ho Chi Minh, the great leader of Vietnamese people, read the Declaration of Independence, declaring to the world the foundation of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. From that historical moment, Vietnam has entered a new chapter of development. “We always try our best to be a good friend and reliable partner of the international community for equal and win-win cooperation”, he … [Read more...] about Vietnamese Prime Minister hosts banquet on National Day