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Held to mark the 50th anniversary of the nations’ diplomatic ties, the event was co-organized by the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). In his opening speech, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Hoang Van Nghia, head of the HCMA’s international cooperation department, praised Japan's role in Vietnam's multifaceted economic development. Japan's contribution has helped Vietnam maintain a trajectory of stable growth, driven by the far-reaching impacts of foreign direct investment (FDI). Projects with Japan's support in terms of finance, experts and technology have assisted Vietnam in switching from a model heavily reliant on capital and labor to one with a robust export-oriented structure. Sugano Yuichi, Chief Representative of JICA in Vietnam, said the symposium is part of the JICA CHAIRS program, which has been executed since 2020 to disseminate valuable lessons and experience garnered from Japan's socio-economic development journey. … [Read more...] about Symposium discusses Vietnam – Japan economic cooperation growth

She made the remark in a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic ties (September 21, 1973 - 2023). She said that over the last 50 years, the countries have developed relations in all fields thanks to tireless efforts by predecessors. One of the most important milestones of bilateral ties, which are now in their prime, was the elevation of relations to the “extensive strategic partnership” in 2014. Since then, Japan and Vietnam have been building strategic connections in more areas, Kamikawa went on, adding that from focusing only on economic affairs like official development assistance (ODA) provision, bilateral cooperation has been fostered in such fields as security, energy, and human resources development in Vietnam, helping enhance mutual trust between the two countries. The official noted that in this year, which marks the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties, the two countries have … [Read more...] about Friendship, mutual trust drive Vietnam – Japan relations: Japanese Foreign Minister

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko arrived at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on Wednesday afternoon, commencing their official visit to Vietnam until Monday next week. Their visit is aimed at marking the 50th anniversary of Japan – Vietnam diplomatic ties. Crown Prince Akishino, 58, is the younger brother of Emperor Naruhito. Akishino was declared first in line to the chrysanthemum throne in 2020. This is the third time the Japanese crown prince has visited Vietnam. His previous visits were made in 1999 and 2012. Akishino is set to attend a welcome ceremony hosted by Vice-State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan at the Presidential Palace on Thursday morning, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The two top Vietnamese and Japanese officials will hold talks after the ceremony. Akishino and Kiko will also visit late President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house and fish pond. As part of their Vietnam trip, they will sit in on a ceremony to celebrate … [Read more...] about Japanese Crown Prince, Princess arrive in Vietnam

Vietnam had a good start in men’s football at the 19th Asian Games tournament in China with a 4-2 victory against Mongolia in their opening match in Hangzhou on Tuesday. Vietnam applied pressure against their opponents right from the outset of the game and netted an early goal in the third minute. Capitalizing on a well-executed long pass from his teammate, Nguyen Quoc Viet took advantage of a Mongolian defender’s error to break free and took a shot that ultimately bested goalkeeper Batmagnai Sereekhuu. The momentum then continued to strongly favor Vietnam. In the 31st minute, Quoc Viet’s powerful long-range shot from over 22 meters away sent the ball directly into the goal, leaving goalkeeper Batmagnai Sereekhuu with no opportunity to make a save, extending Vietnam’s lead to 2-0. Just four minutes later, Mongolia managed their first significant chance when midfielder Nergui Sainbuyan unleashed an impressive long-range shot from beyond the penalty area. However, Vietnamese … [Read more...] about Vietnam open Asian Games football campaign with Mongolia victory

The EC representative also said the EC wants to assist Vietnam in becoming a model of sustainable fisheries development and anti-illegal, unreported, and unregulated ( IUU ) fishing in the world. Hoan said Vietnam has clearly identified sustainable fisheries development as the key to addressing the EC's yellow card warning. He suggested that the EU quickly remove the warning for Vietnam. The Vietnamese minister also had working sessions with officials of the EC Directorate-General for the Environment and Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries. During the meetings, he underscored the Vietnamese Government's commitment to transforming agriculture in an eco-friendly and sustainable direction and developing a transparent and sustainable farming industry as the nation steers towards becoming a major global supplier of food products./. VNA … [Read more...] about EC pledges support for Vietnam in developing sustainable fisheries

E.C. Commissioner for the Environment, Oceans and Fisheries Virginijus Sinkevičius made the remarks at a meeting with Vietnamese Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan in Brussels on September 18. The E.C. representative also said the E.C. wants to assist the Southeast Asian nation in becoming a model of sustainable fisheries development and anti-illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the world. In the meeting, Hoan told Sinkevičius that Vietnam saw the yellow card of the E.C. not only as a challenge but also an opportunity for the local fisheries sector to switch from a small-scale, tropical, multi-sector, multi-species industry to a responsible and sustainable one. A comprehensive plan with specific goals and solutions has been developed and implemented across all levels, especially in coastal localities, with an active participation of authorities, organizations, fishing communities, associations, and seafood businesses. So far, with … [Read more...] about E.C. pledges support for Vietnam in developing sustainable fisheries

Vietnamese military officers depart for UN peacekeeping mission (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Japan gave a focus to gender equality while mapping out plan for the Competency Evaluation Programme for Prospective United Nations Peacekeepers (CEPPP), according to Matsuzawa Tomoko, Director for Defence Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific Region at the Defence Ministry of Japan. Women have an increasingly important role to play in peacekeeping activities, she said, highlighting Vietnam and Japan, co-chairs of the CEPPP, arranged an array of scenarios within the framework of the programme to promote women’s participation. She added that the female blue-berets have engaged in the theoretical classes as well as field exercises in which they cast in the role of conflict victims or military observers. The CEPPP, an activity under the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts’ Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations (PKO-EWG) Cycle 4, is taking place in Vietnam on … [Read more...] about Gender equality – a focus in peacekeeping evaluation programme: officer

The two sides shared delight at the positive progress in the relations between the two parties and countries over the years, while discussing and agreeing on measures to strengthen the friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and China in all fields, including collaboration between the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) and the CPPCC. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh conveyed regards from Vietnamese high-ranking leaders and VFF Central Committee President Do Van Chien to Wang, underlining that Vietnam and China have enjoyed a close neighborliness, and the two parties, countries and peoples have given each other priceless support during the past struggle for national independence and current socialism building cause. Vietnam always attaches great importance to maintaining and developing the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership with China, taking it as a consistent, strategic and long-term policy as well as the leading priority in the country’s external policy. Prime … [Read more...] about Prime Minister meets leader of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference

Non-communicable diseases are still on the rise in Vietnam, and thus more choice and more modern answers are required, Photo: Le Toan Pfizer plans to bring numerous innovative medicines to Vietnam over the next four years. This is in line with its global strategy, as the company has made significant progress towards launching 19 new products over an 18-month span, having executed 11 launches so far. According to Pfizer, the company continues to build momentum, recently attaining key milestones for several products, including the US launches of Prevnar 20 in paediatric patients; as well as US approvals and launches of several other key medicines Darrell Oh, country manager of Pfizer Vietnam, told VIR, “Pfizer Vietnam will continue focusing our business where we believe we can have the greatest impact on patients and society – pursuing what we believe to be the most innovative biopharmaceutical therapies and vaccines.” “More than ever, we believe that the innovative industry … [Read more...] about Innovative medicine sales top the list for multinationals

Hanoi's top priorities include the construction of ring roads, urban railway and satellite cities. China's coastal city of Shenzhen is willing to partner with Hanoi to promote decentralized relations in trade, investment, economic activities, 5G technology, new energy vehicles, and renewable energy, said Qin Weizhong, mayor of Shenzhen. Nguyen Manh Quyen, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee (right), meets with Shenzhen Mayor Qin Weizhong this week. Photo: The Hanoi Times Shenzhen is China's third-largest economy after Beijing and Shanghai, with a GDP of US$500 billion by 2022, Mayor Qin said at a meeting with Hanoi People's Committee Vice Chairman Nguyen Manh Quyen this week. The city is also home to substantial development of large high-tech enterprises such as Huawei and Tencent, he said, adding that 11 of the world's top 500 companies are headquartered in the city. Among ASEAN countries, Vietnam is Shenzhen's largest trading partner, and … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Shenzhen eye partnerships in urban and public transport development