PM attends third Mekong River Commission Summit

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has suggested the Mekong River Commission (MRC) give priority to fully and effectively implementing the 1995 Mekong Agreement and promoting its monitoring and coordinating role in performing the commitments of the MRC member countries. 

 

Trial begins for 6 on subversion charges

Six defendants, including members and leader of the Hội anh em dân chủ (Brotherhood for Democracy) went on trial today in Hà Nội for alleged attempts at overthrowing the Government.

Concerns abound over special zone’s autonomy: NA

The latest revision on the draft law for special administrative and economic zones are considered to have properly absorbed feedback and made changes to several items including planning and special development mechanisms or organisation of the special zone’s government.

VN aids sustainable growth on Mekong

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc will lead a Vietnamese delegation to attend the third Mekong River Commission (MRC) Summit in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from April 4-5 at the invitation of Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen. 

Deputy PM talks trade with Chinese Foreign Minister

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Phạm Bình Minh has asked China to make it easier for Việt Nam to export its advantageous goods to the Chinese market and develop bilateral trade in a balanced and healthy manner. He also requested help in the effective implementation of China’s aid packages for Việt Nam.

Quang hails consolidated ties with Mongolia

President Trần Đại Quang praised efforts to boost the traditional friendship and economic, trade and investment ties between Việt Nam and Mongolia as he met with Amarjargal Gansukh, Secretary of the National Security Council of Mongolia in Hà Nội yesterday.

6.7% GDP growth targeted for 2018: Gov’ meeting

The decade-high GDP growth of 7.38 per cent achieved in the first quarter may not be easy to replicate for the rest of the year. The government, however, will strive towards a year-on-year growth rate of 6.7 per cent.

President receives Chinese Foreign Minister

The Party, State and people of Việt Nam always stand ready to boost the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership with the Party, State and people of China, President Trần Đại Quang told State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China Wang Yi during a reception in Hà Nội on April 1.

Mekong countries seek closer links

Leaders of the Greater Mekong countries have called for strengthening co-operation and connectivity in the sub-region and a commitment to stay open for regional and global trade.

Seminar spotlights VN’s candidacy for non-permanent UNSC seat

 Việt Nam’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reflects the country’s determination to pursue a foreign policy of diversification and multilateralisation as well as its active and responsible participation in international forums and organisations.

PM: Measures needed to lift Việt Nam-Thailand trade to $15 billion

Việt Nam and Thailand should seek measures to raise two-way trade to US$15 billion before 2020 as the two nations still hold great potential for trade and investment cooperation, Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc told his Thai counterpart Prayut Chan-ocha in Hà Nội on March 30.

PM: Việt Nam wants to foster cooperation with Chinese localities

Việt Nam welcomes capable businesses from China to take part in major projects in the country, especially those within the framework of “Two corridors – one economic belt” and “Belt and Road” connectivity initiatives, said Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc.

VN, Cuba issue joint statement

Việt Nam and Cuba have issued a joint statement on the occasion of the State visit to Cuba by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyễn Phú Trọng from March 28-31.

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