Việt Nam News

Switzerland is an important trading partner of Việt Nam in Europe, while Việt Nam is an important trading partner of Switzerland in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Both sides agreed to enhance coordination between the two Ministries of Foreign Affairs, and support each other at regional and international forums.

Notable achievements include high economic growth linked with macroeconomic stability, controlled inflation, and major balances guaranteed.

NA President Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed his confidence that the second session of the 16th legislature will fulfil its entire agenda to the highest possible standard.

Over 55 years of trust-building and cooperation, Việt Nam and Switzerland have maintained friendly relations while gradually expanding collaboration across a wide range of areas.

The parliament’s second session is scheduled to last until November 21. It is divided into two phases, with the first from Saturday, October 17, to November 14, and the second from November 20 to 21.

Singaporean leaders congratulated Việt Nam on its achievements in recent years, particularly in political system restructuring, economic growth, infrastructure development and human resources improvement.

Given the workload and limited time, NA President Trần Thanh Mẫn called for urgency without complacency, decisive action without oversimplification, and strong innovation without compromising quality.

The session will be held in person in two phases, from October 17 to November 14 and from November 20-21, with November 23 set as an alternative closing date.

During the meetings and talks, the Vietnamese Party and State leaders welcomed the visit, describing it as significant as the two Parties and States are actively implementing their respective Party congress resolutions.

Ambassador Đỗ Hùng Việt, Permanent Representative of Việt Nam to the United Nations called for ensuring the legitimate rights and aspirations of Palestinians in the process of stabilising and rebuilding Gaza, and respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.

Several localities, including HCM City, Hà Nội and Đà Nẵng, have gained experience in attracting and utilising talent. State-owned and private enterprises such as Viettel, VNPT, Vingroup, Phenikaa and FPT have also implemented relevant policies.

Việt Nam is ready to share its experience and work with CICA members on areas of common interest, and will keep building trust through concrete, practical action toward a peaceful, connected and prosperous Asia.

The Vietnamese minister expressed his belief that bilateral cooperation will continue to develop in a deeper, more practical and effective manner.

Ministries, agencies and local authorities were asked to review each target, identify delayed tasks and their causes, and take corrective action. Long-stalled projects that have resulted in waste must be addressed within the authorities’ respective mandates.

Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm provided guidance at the event, with over 2.7 million delegates joining from 40,074 venues across the country.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee and President Tô Lâm affirmed that Việt Nam always attaches great importance to and gives the highest priority to consolidating and developing bilateral relations.

NA President Trần Thanh Mẫn proposed maintaining regular exchanges between the two legislative bodies, as well as among their committees, specialised agencies, and parliamentarians, particularly regarding issues emerging during the implementation of each Party’s congress resolutions.