Uruguayan Ambassador to Vietnam Raúl Juan Pollak Giampietro noted that although the two countries have yet to formally establish a comprehensive partnership, the foundations of bilateral cooperation have been steadily strengthened and expanded, particularly in the fields of economy and trade, science and technology, agriculture, and people-to-people exchanges.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay Ngo Minh Nguyet highlighted the sound relations between Vietnam and Uruguay over the past more than 30 years, particularly the ties between the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and left-wing parties in Uruguay, including the Communist Party of Uruguay and the MPP, both members of the FA coalition.
Nghia expressed gratitude for the solidarity and support of progressive political parties and the Uruguayan people during Vietnam’s past struggle for national independence and reunification, as well as in the present renewal (Doi moi) process, particularly their profound sentiments towards President Ho Chi Minh.
Vietnam has maintained strong relations with regional and global partners, actively engaged in the ASEAN Community, and developed close relations with major powers, thus expanding its external relations and attracting investment and technology for sustainable development, said a Uruguayan expert.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Uruguay (PCU) and Minister of Labour and Social Security Juan Castillo congratulated the Vietnamese Party, State, and people on the historic event, stressing that the country’s great achievements over the past eight decades are the result of its people’s resilient struggle, self-reliance, and aspiration to build a fair, democratic, and civilised society.
The two sides agreed to boost bilateral connections by stepping up high-level mutual visits, effectively implementing the existing cooperation mechanisms, and perfecting legal frameworks for cooperation in various fields.
Csukasi said Uruguay considers Vietnam as a priority strategic partner and is committed to expanding bilateral ties based on shared interests and values, particularly in defending multilateralism and mutual respect.
Both sides affirmed their determination to further advance the strong ties between the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), the Communist Party of Uruguay, and the FA, contributing to the broader development of the Uruguay - Vietnam relations.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed the two sides soon negotiate and sign an agreement on investment promotion and protection, an agreement on visa exemption for ordinary passport holders, and an agreement on cooperation in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Jose Mujica, who was known as the world's "poorest president" because of his modest lifestyle, passed away on May 13 after a period of struggling against esophageal cancer.
Communist parties across Latin America have affirmed the global significance of Vietnam’s April 30, 1975 victory that led to the liberation of the South and national reunification.
Vietnam has undergone a remarkable social evolution throughout its history, shaped by significant cultural changes.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Uruguay Juan Castillo stressed that Vietnam's struggle for independence and freedom under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) has served as a shining example for his country.
Vietnam is developing sustainably and is an incredibly attractive market for South American countries, particularly Uruguay, said Dr. Ignacio Bartesaghi, Director of the International Business Institute of the Catholic University of Uruguay and Programme Coordinator of the ASEAN-MERCOSUR Chair.
Uruguay and Vietnam still hold vast potential to deepen their cooperation across a variety of areas, affirmed Secretary General of the Communist Party of Uruguay Juan Castillo.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina and Uruguay Ngo Minh Nguyet recently presented her credentials to Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou.
President Ho Chi Minh, a hero of Vietnam, is one of the most important revolutionary leaders in the history of humanity, stated Secretary General of the Communist Party of Uruguay (PCU) Juan Castillo.
Uruguay will take the role as President of the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and continue to support Vietnam’s negotiations of a free trade agreement (FTA) with the bloc, Uruguayan Minister of Foreign Affairs Omar Paganini has said.
The El Popular newspaper, the mouthpiece of the Communist Party of Uruguay, on May 7 reported on Vietnam’s commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory.
Uruguay's Grupo R Multimedio newspaper on May 7 published a series of three articles on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, affirming it as a brilliant milestone in the history of Vietnam.
