☀️ Morning digest September 4

The following is a list of selected news summaries reported yesterday by the Vietnam News Agency.

☀️ Morning digest September 4

Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a list of selected news summaries reported yesterday by the Vietnam News Agency.

- Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on September 3 held telephone talks with President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Yoon Suk Yeol, during which the two leaders discussed measures to further promote the Vietnam-RoK comprehensive partnership and shared ideas on issues of common concern.

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Party General Secretary and State President To Lam holds telephone talks with President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Yoon Suk Yeol on September 3. (Photo: VNA)

Yoon expressed his condolences over the passing of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, and his belief that the Party and State of Vietnam, led by General Secretary and President To Lam, will continue to reap greater successes, enhancing the position and reputation of Vietnam in the world arena. He affirmed that his country attaches importance to Vietnam in the implementation of policies on the region. Read full story

- Party General Secretary and State President To Lam held online talks with President of the Liberal Democratic Party and Prime Minister of Japan Kishida Fumio on September 3.

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Party General Secretary and State President To Lam (L) holds online talks with President of the Liberal Democratic Party and Prime Minister of Japan Kishida Fumio on September 3. (Photo: VNA)

Fumio said he believes that the Vietnamese leader will continue to play a crucial role in promoting and deepening the Vietnam-Japan relationship, stressing that Vietnam is an important partner of Japan in the region and the world. Read full story

- In the 21st century, leaders of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) not only state that they are guided by Marxist-Leninist ideology but also consistently realise tasks, whether large or small, to build a civilised and prosperous Vietnamese society based on the approaches and principles established by President Ho Chi Minh, said Pyotr Tsvetov, Russian researcher on Vietnamese studies, who has spent many years working in Vietnam.

In a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 79th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - 2024), the former reporter for the newspaper “Pravda” (Truth) of the Russian Federation Communist Party from 1991-1993 gave his evaluation on contributions by leaders of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), highlighting achievements of the Doi Moi (renewal) process initiated by the CPV in 1986. Read full story

- The newspaper “Pravda” (Truth) of the Russian Federation Communist Party has asserted the value of “bamboo diplomacy” policy in helping Vietnam build extensive and reputable international relations, as well as gaining prestige and trust in the international arena.

In an article published on August 30, the newspaper said since President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam) in 1945 in Hanoi, Vietnam has established diplomatic relations with 193 countries worldwide, including seven at the level of comprehensive strategic partnership. Read full story

- Chinese carrier Colorful Guizhou Airlines has chosen Hanoi as its first international destination by launching a direct air route between Guiyang city (China) and Hanoi.

The Guiyang-Hanoi route will be operated with a frequency of three round-trip flights per week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, using Airbus A320 aircraft. Previously, the journey from Hanoi to Guiyang took about 12 hours by road, but with the new direct flight, it now takes only about two hours. Read full story

- The promotion of green and sustainable financial development has created both new opportunities and challenges for the financial system in Vietnam, according to experts.

Nguyen Xuan Thanh, a lecturer of public policy and management at Fulbright University, said that Vietnam is lagging behind other countries in the region and the world in green and digital finance, with a lack of capital sources. Read full story

- Typhoon Yagi entered the East Sea on September 3, becoming the third storm in the sea so far this year, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHF).

As of 7am, the eye of the storm was at about 18.4 degrees North latitude, 119.8 degrees East longitude, in the northeastern area of the north East Sea. The velocity near its centre was 62-74 km per hour, heading west-northwest at a speed of about 20-25 km per hour./. Read full story

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Ambassador Nguyen Minh Tam leads the delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy, and other Vietnamese representative agencies, as well as the Vietnamese community in Laos, to pay their respects to President of the Lao National Assembly Xaysomphone Phomvihane (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese Embassy, community pay tribute to Lao National Assembly President

Writing in the condolence book at the memorial service, Ambassador Nguyen Minh Tam, on behalf of the Vietnamese Embassy, representative agencies, and community in Laos, expressed profound sorrow and conveyed his deepest condolences to the Lao Party, State, National Assembly and people, and the bereaved family.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Czech Republic Duong Hoai Nam speaks on Resolution No. 23. Photo: VNA

Resolution 23: Four networks connecting OV intellectuals, experts to be established

Overseas Vietnamese are regarded not only as an integral part of the Vietnamese nation but also as an important strategic resource contributing to national strength. They serve as a bridge between Vietnam and the world and participate directly in the cause of national construction, development and defence, according to newly-issued Politburo Resolution No. 23.

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and President To Lam (left) and Governor of New South Wales Margaret Beazley at their meeting on August 10. (Photo: VNA)

Top Vietnamese leader meets with Governor of New South Wales

Suggesting that Australia could explore growing Vietnamese coffee varieties, General Secretary and President Lam said the two sides should step up cooperation across a wide range of areas, particularly high-tech agriculture, biotechnology, agricultural processing, trade and investment.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam (right) receives prominent Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists who are members of the Vietnam-Australia Scholars & Experts Association (VASEA) in Sydney on August 10. (Photo: VNA)

Top leader receives Vietnamese intellectuals, scientists in Australia

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam urged Vietnamese intellectuals and scientists in Australia to further strengthen great national unity, promote Vietnamese cultural values, mentor younger generations and Vietnamese students studying in Australia, and help foster closer community ties.

Politburo member and Standing member of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu signs the condolence book in commemoration of Politburo member of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and President of the Lao NA Xaysomphone Phomvihane. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese Party, State leaders pay tribute to Lao National Assembly President

Writing in the book of condolences, the Vietnamese leaders expressed profound sorrow over the passing of comrade Xaysomphone Phomvihane, describing him as an outstanding and dedicated leader of the Lao Party, State, NA and people, as well as a close and loyal friend of the Vietnamese Party, State, NA, Government and people.

British researcher Kyril Whittaker (Photo published by VNA)

Vietnam’s four strategic shifts strengthen int'l partners’ confidence: British researcher

The four strategic shifts that General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President To Lam laid out at the recent third plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee suggest that Vietnam is seriously abiding by its commitments to the environment, economic growth and investment opportunities, the researcher said, adding they are creating new impetus for trade through large infrastructure programmes and showcasing Vietnamese talent and wealth to other countries.

Canadian friends highlight Vietnam’s values of independence, self-reliance

Canadian friends highlight Vietnam’s values of independence, self-reliance

CPC (M-L) member Margaret Villamizar noted that Vietnam’s long history of defending its independence and sovereignty has demonstrated the Vietnamese people’s organisational capacity, creativity and resilience. These qualities continue to be reflected in the country’s development and international relations today.

Vietnamese Ambassador to New Zealand Phan Minh Giang (Photo: VNA)

Top leader’s visit to inject fresh momentum into Vietnam-New Zealand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: diplomat

The upcoming state visit to New Zealand by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam is expected to provide further momentum for the Vietnam-New Zealand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to reach a new height, commensurate with the potential and stature of the two countries, bringing more practical benefits to their people and businesses, as well as contributing to the development goals of each country and to peace, stability and sustainable development in the region and the world.

National Assembly deputy Nguyen Thi Suu of Hue city speaks at a discussion during the first extraordinary session of the 16th National Assembly. (Photo: VNA)

Bill seeks more flexible, proactive grassroots mediation

Lawmakers are scheduled to discuss on August 10 two draft laws - the revised Law on Grassroots Mediation and a law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Contract-Based Vietnamese Guest Workers as part of their agenda of the first extraordinary sitting of the 16 National Assembly.