Jakarta (VNA) – Indonesian news agencies and newspapers have run articles highlighting the great contributions of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong to national construction and development in Vietnam.
Kompas research magazine on July 20 published an article hailing the outstanding role of General Secretary Trong and emphasising his imprints on Vietnam's development.
According to the article, the Party leader has been known globally for introducing the “bamboo diplomacy" approach, which is flexible and capable of responding to geopolitical winds in the world. While developing international relations, Vietnam bases on national values and stays open to all partner countries without losing its identity. The large-scale anti-corruption campaign initiated by the General Secretary is an unprecedented tough, effective measure. He is also a model of purity and corruption combat, winning the people’s trust. This is one of the key factors to create consensus in national development. The passing of the General Secretary is a great loss to Vietnam.
Meanwhile, Tempo newspaper reported that after nearly 60 years of working, General Secretary Trong made great and extraordinary contributions to the glorious revolutionary struggle of his Party and nation. His passing is a huge loss to the Party, State and people of Vietnam and his family.
"Nusantara Post" newspaper assessed that under the leadership of the Party leader, Vietnam has become a rising power in Southeast Asia, balancing historical relationships with a modern approach in international diplomacy. In addition, the Communist Party of Vietnam emphasised the importance of maintaining a socialist orientation and adapting to global economic changes through the Doi Moi (Renewal) policy.
Sharing the same views, Ipotnews and Indonesia Satu newspapers highlighted that General Secretary Trong led Vietnam to establish good and balanced relations with major countries, gathering national internal strength to maintain impressive economic growth over the past decade.
Other major newspapers and media agencies in Indonesia such as The Diplomat, CNN-Indonesia, Metro TV, RRI, and Liputan-6 also reported the passing of the Vietnamese leader and praised his role in the country's development./.
