President of the French Senate Gérard Larcher (Photo: VNA) 
The success of the Vietnam – Japan relations today comes as a result of efforts by generations of leaders from both nations, with Sugi Ryotaro making a significant contribution, said President Luong Cuong.
The US's continued practical and effective implementation of war aftermath settlement projects in Vietnam will contributing to strengthening bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation, and sustainable development.
The Vietnamese Ambassador to Cuba emphasised the commitment to serving as a bridge to promote collaboration between Pinar del Rio and Vietnamese localities and businesses, particularly in agriculture and fisheries.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a working session with leaders of major enterprises in Ba Ria-Vung Tau on March 20 to listen to their proposals for effective operations in the time to come.
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
PM Pham Minh Chinh, who is also head of the Inspection Team, applauded the proactive, creative, and determined efforts of the Party Committees’ Standing Boards of the three localities in leading, directing, and implementing the Party's resolutions, conclusions, and directives.
Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed that the Party and State of Vietnam consistently treasure and prioritise the development of the Vietnam-China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership as well as the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance, for the happiness of the two nations' people and for peace and progress of humanity.
Highlighting Vietnam's consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation, development, and diversification and multilateralisation of external relations, the diplomat underscored Vietnam’s desire to further promote and deepen its relationship with Mexico in the coming time.
Briefing the host of the outcomes of his working session with the National Audit Office of China, Tuan appreciated the effective cooperation between the two agencies over nearly two decades, particularly the maintenance of the annual joint seminars with topics aligned with international auditing trends.
State President Luong Cuong affirmed that Vietnam's consistent foreign policy is to continue to promote and strengthen relations with all countries, including those in Latin America and the Dominican Republic.
Many experts believe that to effectively implement this policy, a suitable roadmap and concerted solutions are necessary to ensure the rationality of the organisational structure, avoid overburdening local administrations, and guarantee the maximum legitimate rights and interests of the people.
In addition to official ASEAN activities, such as the ASEAN event at the Argentine Parliament, the Vietnamese Embassy will host cultural and social exchanges, including ASEAN Family Day, sports competitions, and culinary and cultural events. These activities seek to foster mutual understanding and uphold the traditional solidarity among ASEAN nations in Buenos Aires.
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
During the visit to these provinces, the delegation met with both provincial governors and head of local departments, organised market research discussions, and explored cooperation and investment opportunities in politics, economics, trade, tourism and cultural exchange.
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung highlighted Vietnam's ambitious goals to become an upper-middle income country by 2030 and a high-income developed nation by 2045, requiring the country to overcome challenges, particularly achieving double-digit growth rates through digital transformation, scientific-technological advancement, and developing the private economic sector as the most important driver.
While highlighted the history of Vietnam-China relations, Nghia stated that the Vietnamese Party and State always consider strengthening relations with China a strategic choice and a top priority in its foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation, and diversification of international relations.
Vietnam and Hungary will closely coordinate to fully tap opportunities brought about by the EU – Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) while facilitating the entry of their agricultural and aquatic products into each other’s markets.
The Vietnamese leader acknowledged Hungary as a steadfast friend that has provided valuable support for Vietnam over the past 75 years.
The Vietnamese ambassador suggested the two sides press on with collaboration in such areas as mutual legal assistance in civil and criminal matters, training of judicial workers, and management of lawyers and notaries.
President Luong Cuong commended and acknowledged the achievements, proactive efforts, and determination of the Party Organisation, administration, military, and people of Hung Yen in recent times.
