The dialogue is held annually by the two countries to review bilateral economic and trade cooperation, discuss involved issues and set a plan for future cooperation. Head of the Party Central Committee's Commission for External Affairs Hoang Binh Quan (right) and Secretary of State attached to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne (second from the left) officially introduce the logo in celebration of 45 years of Vietnam-France diplomatic relations This year’s event is also seen as the opening of the program to mark the 5th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam-France strategic partnership and 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. At the meeting, the two sides expressed delight at the 2017 two-way trade growth rate of 11.6%, worth US$ 4.6 billion. The two chairmen highlighted potential opportunities, to be brought about by the Europe-Vietnam Free Trade … [Read more...] about Vietnam, France seek to boost trade cooperation to mark 45 years of diplomatic relations
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Winning logo to welcome 40th anniversary of New Zealand – Vietnam diplomatic ties
(CPV) - The official logo to brand the "New Zealand - Open to the new" season of events to celebrate 40 years of New Zealand - Vietnam diplomatic ties was announced on December 18th. Organizer received over 500 entries from corners of the Vietnamese public, many of them are very creative. Tran Giang Nam, a young designer, won the first prize, pocketing VND20 million in cash. His design is inspired by the fusion of highlights in the cultures of both nations. "The winning logo is inspired by the "Hongi", the traditional greeting style of New Zealand's Māori community. The Hongi involves the touching of two noses, clearly seen in Nam's design, and symbolizes the sharing of ones' life force through exchange of breath. We thought this was an excellent reflection of the relationship between our two countries, with its warm friendship and cooperation, and long-term commitment," said Mr Haike Manning, New Zealand Ambassador to Vietnam. Depicting the modern symbol of Vietnam's beautiful … [Read more...] about Winning logo to welcome 40th anniversary of New Zealand – Vietnam diplomatic ties
VN’s diplomacy: 70 years accompanying the nation
VGP - The following is an article by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Binh Minh in celebration of the 70th founding anniversary of the country's diplomatic sector. Exactly 70 years ago, in the seething revolutionary atmosphere in August, the Decree by President Ho Chi Minh dated August 28, 1945 to establish the Provisional Government of the Democratic Republic of Viet Nam officially gave birth to the modern diplomatic sector of Viet Nam. The diplomatic sector is extremely proud to be placed under the direct leadership and guidance of President Ho Chi Minh, the first Minister of the sector. This great honor has been observed right from the early establishment of the country, the Party and Uncle Ho attached much importance to the role of foreign affairs as an important weapon to protect national interests. Uncle Ho once said: "In art of war, to fight with scheme is the best, to fight through diplomacy is second, the third is with soldiers".1 The unforgettable … [Read more...] about VN’s diplomacy: 70 years accompanying the nation
Online dialogue on the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi and its traditional values
Dear readers, Today, the Communist Party of Vietnam Online Newspaper is holding an online dialogue on the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long - Hanoi and its traditional values. The dialogue will prolong three hours from 8.30 a.m to 11.30 a.m. This is a activity to provide information about the plan No 85-KH/BTGTW of the Party Central Committee's Commission on Propaganda and Education to implement a cooperation programme on propaganda on the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long - Hanoi between the Party Central Committee's Commission on Propaganda and Education and Hanoi City. Following are scientists and historians who will participate in the dialogue: - Prof. Dr.Sc. Vu Minh Giang, vice-director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi. - Assc. Prof. Dr.Sc. Nguyen Hai Ke, head of History Department, College of Social Science and Humanity, Vietnam National University, Hanoi. - Assc. Prof. of History Le Van Lan The Communist Party of Vietnam Online Newspaper organizes this online dialogue with … [Read more...] about Online dialogue on the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi and its traditional values
Thang Long – Hanoi: 1,000 Years Old
Hanoi has gone through historical moments marked with ten continuous days (October 1st - 10th, 2010) to celebrate the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long - Hanoi. During those days millions of people nationwide, overseas Vietnamese and international friends together looked towards the capital of Hanoi, with respect and pride of the capital with millennial culture. A soaring-dragon city The opening ceremony that began ten continuous days of the millennial anniversary of Thang Long - Hanoi was held on October 1st, 2010 at Ly Thai To Park near Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, along with the ceremony to receive UNESCO's certificate to recognize the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long as a World Cultural Heritage Site. On Hanoi's millennial birthday - October 10th, 2010, a grand meeting and parade was held at the historical Ba Dinh Square, the biggest ever with the participation of nearly 40,000 people that attracted special attention of people nationwide. A … [Read more...] about Thang Long – Hanoi: 1,000 Years Old