The elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and Australia in March last year has laid a solid foundation for advancing and deepening bilateral cooperation; and served as a crucial basis for both countries to enhance their roles and contribute to stability and development in the Asia-Pacific region and the world.
Vietnam and Australia currently enjoy a strong and growing trade and economic relationship, with Australia now among Vietnam’s top 10 trading partners.
Indonesia is committed to finalising the ratification process of the defence cooperation agreement that was agreed upon last year, and continuing discussions on ways to improve and enhance collaboration in this area, said Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
From 2023 to 2024, there was a 35% increase in Australian travelers heading to Vietnam. The nation was the ninth most popular destination of Australian travelers last year, when almost 450,000 Australians visited. That was an increase of almost 80% on the figures from a decade ago
The completion of the report not only represents progress in market access negotiation but also demonstrates Vietnam’s improving capacity in crop cultivation and plant protection to meet stringent international biosecurity standards. Australia's recognition of Vietnam's biosecurity compliance capabilities will open opportunities for the staple.
Sydney Build Expo is Australia’s largest annual construction and design trade show, backed by the Mayor of Sydney and Premier of New South Wales. The expo offers a valuable platform for Vietnamese firms to explore market trends, connect with distributors and contractors, and promote their products on the global stage.
PM Pham Minh Chinh suggested Vietnam and Australia capitalise on existing multilateral trade frameworks to overcome common challenges, affirming Vietnam's readiness to discuss a bilateral trade and investment agreement to achieve the goal of raising bilateral trade to 20 billion USD and doubling two-way investment.
Australia has successfully held the 48th federal election, and Anthony Albanese was re-elected Prime Minister of the country.
As Vietnam moves toward a new era of national rise, the lessons drawn from the country’s historic journey toward reunification remain deeply relevant in navigating the challenges of digital transformation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
Professor Chu Hoang Long, Director of the Vietnam Policy Research Centre at the Australian National University, said from a nation ravaged by war and once among the poorest in the world, Vietnam has risen robustly to assert itself as a dynamic and responsible nation on the international arena.
The ambassadors of Australia, the Dominican Republic, Algeria, and Angola came to present their credentials to the President of Vietnam on April 24.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence suggested Vietnam and Australia continue to effectively implement their agreed cooperation agenda, with a focus on increasing delegation exchanges and dialogue mechanisms, expanding training, especially in English language and military specialties for Vietnamese personnel and strengthening peacekeeping collaboration.
Reflecting on five decades of progress, Long highlighted Vietnam’s rise from the ashes of war to a dynamic nation with an increasingly important role in the region and the world, adding that officers of the Vietnam People's Army have actively participated in United Nations peacekeeping missions.
Vietnam must always be able to evaluate its own strengths and weaknesses while pursuing a long-term strategic vision. The country can learn from other countries, but it must always pursue its national interests. This requires unity among the population, political stability, constant adaptability and critical innovation.
Festival goers learned about Vietnamese folk games and dances, “ao dai” (Vietnamese traditional dress), and musical instruments, and enjoyed iconic Vietnamese dishes.
Indonesia and Australia will advance shared development priorities, strengthen people-to-people ties, and deepen cooperation in regional defence and security.
Vietnamese Ambassador Pham Hung Tam said that VASEA is not only a network for the Vietnamese expat community in Australia but also plays a crucial role in strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam commended South Australia’s role in fostering cooperation between the two nations, particularly in science and technology, innovation, information technology, and education.
For these young learners, mastering Vietnamese is more than just acquiring a new skill, it is a way back to their roots, a bridge connecting them to their ancestral homeland.
The centre, to be based at the prestigious Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Hanoi, will serve as a cutting-edge research hub, fostering collaboration between the two nations in strategic technologies and cybersecurity, including 5G and emerging 6G technologies.
Wong noted the ASEAN-Australia Centre’s initiatives support the implementation of Invested: Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 by fostering deeper community, cultural, and business ties between Australia, ASEAN member states, and Timor-Leste.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang affirmed that Vietnam views Australia as a key strategic partner in the region and noted that the recent upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in March 2024 has opened numerous cooperation opportunities, not only in traditional sectors but also in emerging fields.
They two sides agreed to further enhance cooperation in key areas outlined in the Comprehensive Partnership Action Plan, including human resources development, trade and investment, climate change mitigation, sustainable energy development, security, law enforcement, and other important areas.
Australian Assistant Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs Julian Hill suggested the two countries work closely on people-to-people exchange and promote tourism activities, noting with satisfaction the rapid increase in the number of Australian visitors to Vietnam and welcoming more Vietnamese tourists to the Australian shores.
The gathering provided an opportunity for Vietnamese expatriates to connect and foster community bonds, and deepen their connections to their homeland.