Forging parliamentary cooperation in digital inclusion towards asean community 2025

Vietnam hosted AMRI 16 in Da Nang from September 20 to 23, under the theme “Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN.” During the press briefing, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam highlighted the significant achievements of AMRI 16. He noted that the ministers affirmed and redefined the role of the information sector in the new era, shifting from "information" to "knowledge." Information is now seen as a valuable tool for life-long learning, raising awareness, and enhancing digital literacy for ASEAN citizens. This transformation is an inevitable trend in the digital age, influenced by social media and new media platforms, as well as the development of artificial intelligence. ASEAN Information Ministers adopted several new documents and acknowledged the progress of cooperation in the information sector, such as: 1. The Vision Statement of AMRI themed "ASEAN 2035: Towards a Transformative, Adaptive, and … [Read more...] about ASEAN Adopts Joint Statement on Information and Communications

The conference, which will close on September 23, attracts the participation of representatives from nine ASEAN member states, Timor-Leste as an observer, and three partners of Japan, the Republic of Korea and China, under the theme “Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN.” Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vietnam’s Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan said that press and media information cooperation plays an important role in connecting and spreading values in the ASEAN community. In a changing world, it is essential to collaborate in promoting timely and accurate access to information based on digital capabilities to turn information into knowledge to support businesses, improve people's livelihoods and living conditions, and minimise the impact of negative information at all national, regional and international levels, including in ASEAN. Therefore, the AMRI-16 is an important forum for member states and other countries to dialogue, exchange and … [Read more...] about Da Nang hosts 16th Conference of ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information

Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam speaks at the press conference in Da Nang city on September 18. (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – The 16th ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) meeting, the 7th AMRI Plus Three meeting, and related senior officials' meetings are scheduled to take place in the central city of Da Nang from September 20 to 23. The events, hosted by Vietnam, will see nine other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) participate, Timor-Leste as an observer, and three partner countries – Japan, the Republic of Korea, and China, the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) told a press conference in Da Nang on September 18. The meetings, themed “Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN”, will discuss orientations for the ASEAN cooperation in information and communications. They will also develop a cooperation mechanism for coping with fake … [Read more...] about ASEAN, ASEAN+3 Information Ministers to gather in Da Nang

According to Deputy Minister of the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) Nguyen Thanh Lam, the meetings are themed “Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN.” The theme highlights the role and mission of communications in the new period in   building a self-reliant ASEAN and strengthening the grouping’s internal capacity, resilience, and adaptability. Main activities include 16th AMRI; 7th AMRI+3; 20th SOMRI and SOMRI+3, SOMRI+Japan; the official press conference of the 16th AMRI to announce the main results of the 16th AMRI and related conferences. Apart from meetings, an ASEAN forum on responding and handling fake news on cyberspace, an ASEAN seminar on digital transformation of journalism, a photo exhibition, and booths of Da Nang and seven digital technology businesses, and cultural exchanges and sightseeing programs will be held. According to a representative of the Department of International Cooperation, the 16th … [Read more...] about ASEAN Information Ministers to gather in Da Nang

At the ASEAN Workshop on Best Practices of Digital Transformation in Media. (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – The ASEAN Workshop on Best Practices of Digital Transformation in Media was held in the central city of Da Nang on September 21, in the framework of the 16th Conference of ASEAN Ministers Responsive for Information and related Meetings (AMRI). media , seen as a basis for the countries to continue discussion, devise initiatives and prioritise cooperation in the time to come. Delegates to the ASEAN Workshop on Best Practices of Digital Transformation in Media. (Photo: VNA) The 16th AMRI meeting, the 7th AMRI Plus Three meeting, and related senior officials' meetings are taking place in Da Nang City from September 20 to 23. The events, hosted by Vietnam, draw the participation of nine other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Timor-Leste as an observer, and three partner countries – Japan, the Republic of Korea, and China. … [Read more...] about Workshop looks for best practices of digital transformation in ASEAN media

The event was co-organized by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS), Lao Academy of Social and Economic Sciences (LASES), and Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC). Addressing the conference, VASS President Dr. Phan Chi Hieu said the promotion of the digital economy is considered one of the key tasks to accelerate the restructuring of an economy, associated with innovation in the growth model and the improvement of growth quality, aiming to help a nation escape the middle-income trap and move towards the goal of becoming a developed industrialized country. The trend comes with opportunities and challenges for nations involved, including Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, in their development and expansion of investment and commercial collaboration, he noted. LASES President Dr. Sonethanou Thammavong said the conference boasts an important theme, reflecting the countries’ readiness to build their digital-transformation-oriented socio-economic infrastructure. Laos' digital … [Read more...] about Int’l conference discusses Vietnam – Laos – Cambodia cooperation in digital economy

At the event, Luong Nguyen Minh Triet, Permanent Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee and Chairman of the municipal People’s Council briefed the guests on the city’s socio-economic development post COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, tourism is one of the development strengths of Da Nang. Since the beginning of this year, the city has welcomed nearly 5.4 million tourists, including 1.5 million foreigners, he said on September 22. Da Nang city is prioritizing the development of fields of its strength such as seaports, logistics, information technology, communications, electronics and telecommunications and focusing on developing the digital economy, the official noted. Triet said that the city has cooperative relations with seven localities in Laos, elaborating that the two sides have enjoyed comprehensive cooperation in all fields and regularly maintained the exchange of delegations to help realize collaboration. Da Nang city always pays attention to and appreciates the … [Read more...] about Da Nang promotes cooperation with Lao localities

NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (second from right) presents a gift to Muhammad Faruk Khan, Chairman of the Bangladesh Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Relations at their meeting in Dhaka on September 21. (Photo: VNA) Dhaka (VNA) – Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue received Muhammad Faruk Khan, Chairman of the Bangladesh Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Relations, and gave an important speech at the Foreign Service Academy of Bangladesh in Dhaka on September 21. Expressing his honour to welcome the NA leader and the Vietnamese delegation on an official visit to Bangladesh, Muhammad Faruk Khan said the trip will continue helping to intensify the traditional friendship between the two countries. He affirmed that the legacy left by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the Father of Bangladesh, and President Ho Chi Minh for the countries created an important condition for both sides to promote their relations. Chairman Hue … [Read more...] about NA Chairman meets senior parliamentary official, delivers remarks at academy of Bangladesh

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and US President Joe Biden at a joint press conference in Hanoi on September 10. (Photo: VNA) Jakarta (VNA) – The Vietnam visit by President Joe Biden is an historic event and the upgrading of the Vietnam-US relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership is very meaningful, stated US Ambassador to ASEAN Yohannes Abraham. In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency, the US diplomat said that the elevation of the US-Vietnam relationship to the highest level of Vietnam's diplomatic relationship shows the already strong, growing and enduring ties between the US and Vietnam. This is the foundation for a sustainable and win-win partnership with shared opportunities and joint efforts in coping with global challenges in the future, he said. Regarding the potential of cooperation between the US and Vietnam in the coming time, the ambassador said that leaders of the two sides have outlined a broad range of fields where the … [Read more...] about Elevation of relations with Vietnam helps promote US partnership with ASEAN: Diplomat

Vietnam and the U.S. have announced their intention to bolster cooperation in the fields of science, technology, digital innovation, semiconductor manufacturing, and chip production, creating ample opportunities for Vietnamese tech firms to establish a strong presence in global supply chains. This cooperation is poised to present significant opportunities for the development of Vietnam’s domestic semiconductor sector, Vo Xuan Hoai, deputy director of the Vietnam National Innovation Center (NIC), said in an interview with Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. The NIC has inked numerous memoranda of understanding with U.S. partners during Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s ongoing week-long visit to the U.S. for the high-level General Debate of the 78th United Nations General Assembly. Vietnam has identified science, technology, and innovation as the driving forces for its development. Consequently, collaboration with the U.S. is expected to hasten the transformation of Vietnam’s … [Read more...] about Cooperation with US to propel development of Vietnam’s semiconductor industry: expert