The meeting between Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira in Paris on June 8 (Photo: VNA) Paris (VNA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son met with officials of Brazil, France, the European Commission (EC), and Canada on the sidelines of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation Development (OECD) Ministerial Council Meeting 2023 in Paris on June 8. Meeting with his Brazil ian counterpart Mauro Vieira, he affirmed that Vietnam treasures and wishes to enhance the comprehensive partnership with Brazil, one of its most important partners in Latin America. Son suggested the two sides maintain high-level delegation exchanges as well as coordination and mutual support at international organisations and multilateral forums, especially the United Nations, the World Trade Organisation (WTO), and others of which both are members. He asked Brazil to support and push the launch of negotiations on a free trade agreement … [Read more...] about Vietnamese Foreign Minister meets officials of Brazil, France, EC, Canada in Paris
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ASEAN, Canada vow to bolster longstanding partnership relations
The meeting was jointly chaired by Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia and SOM Leader of Malaysia, Dato’ Sri Amran Mohamed Zin and Assistant Deputy Minister for Asia Pacific of Global Affairs Canada, Weldon Epp, with the participation of ASEAN Senior Officials, representatives of the ASEAN Secretariat, and Timor-Leste as an observer. At the event, Canada conveyed its unwavering support for ASEAN community-building efforts, assistance towards the region’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and commitment to ASEAN centrality through its active participation in ASEAN-led mechanisms. Both sides welcomed positive advancement made in the implementation of the ASEAN-Canada Plan of Action (2021-2025) and acknowledged the strengthening of cooperation between both sides across the three ASEAN Community pillars. They shared the significance of intensifying economic cooperation in key areas of trade and investment. Recognizing the economic potential, they … [Read more...] about ASEAN, Canada vow to bolster longstanding partnership relations
Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with UK, Hong Kong, Lithuania
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) meets with British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in Paris on June 7. (Photo: VNA) Paris (VNA) – Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son met with the UK’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of China’s Hong Kong Algernon Yau Ying-wah, and Foreign Minister of Lithuania Gabrielius Landsbergis in Paris on June 7. The meetings took place on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2023. Talking to British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, Minister Son expressed his delight at the progress in the two countries’ relations in multiple spheres, and suggested both sides increase mutual visits at all levels. He called on the British Government to continue financial and technological support, and assist Vietnam with capacity building within the framework of the Just Energy Transition Partnership to help the country realise the commitments announced at the 26th UN Climate Change … [Read more...] about Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with UK, Hong Kong, Lithuania
French-Vietnamese singer The Rodeo to perform in Hanoi
French musician and singer Dorothée Hannequin, alias The Rodeo likely captivates Hanoi audiences with her smooth vocals and meaningful songs. As part of her six-week tour in Vietnam this June, the talented French-Vietnamese singer and songwriter will give a special performance in Hanoi among five different places across the country. French- Vietnamese musician and singer Dorothée Hannequin, alias The Rodeo, will have a special performance in Hanoi. Photo: Showroomprive.com The special music night, featuring local bands Mac and The Odd Stones, will take place on June 21 at Polygon Music - Complex 01 in Hanoi. The event is part of activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and France. Born and raised in France to a French father and a Vietnamese mother, Dorothée is also known as a talented actress, costume designer, and film producer. The famous singer has performed on many major music stages … [Read more...] about French-Vietnamese singer The Rodeo to perform in Hanoi
Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with U.K., Hong Kong, Lithuania
The meetings took place on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2023. Talking to British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, Minister Son expressed his delight at the progress in the two countries’ relations in multiple spheres, and suggested both sides increase mutual visits at all levels. He called on the British Government to continue financial and technological support, and assist Vietnam with capacity building within the framework of the Just Energy Transition Partnership to help the country realize the commitments announced at the 26th U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP26). He also asked for the U.K.’s coordination with and support for Vietnam to successfully serve as co-chair of the OECD Southeast Asia Regional Program, with priority to promoting economic recovery, helping with economic reform, and aiding Southeast Asian countries to further approach OECD standards. Agreeing on Minister Son’s suggestions, Cleverly expressed the respect for Vietnam’s … [Read more...] about Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with U.K., Hong Kong, Lithuania
Man City and Inter Milan set for Champions League final showdown
The match at the 75,000-seat Ataturk Olympic Stadium, kicks off at 10:00 p.m. (1900 GMT) in the Turkish metropolis and brings the curtain down on a season that has stretched almost into mid-June after the long interruption for the World Cup. City have spent the last decade chasing this trophy having been transformed following an Abu Dhabi-backed takeover in 2008. Also-rans before Sheikh Mansour arrived, they are now England's dominant force, fresh from winning a fifth Premier League title in six seasons. Guardiola, chasing the third Champions League crown of his coaching career, has built a side that is playing arguably the finest football of any team since his great Barcelona of a decade ago. Now they are through to their second Champions League final in three seasons, two years after losing to Chelsea in Porto, and are hoping to complete a treble after securing the Premier League and FA Cup. The last English team to win that treble was Alex Ferguson's Manchester United, … [Read more...] about Man City and Inter Milan set for Champions League final showdown
Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – June 10
Catch up on the news in Vietnam today: Society -- The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade has set up an inspection team to oversee the power management and supply at state utility Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and other relevant units between early 2021 and June 2023 in a bid to clarify the cause of the ongoing shortage of electricity. The team was told to fulfill the duty within 30 days. -- Former Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam was forced to resign as a disciplinary measure for bribery charges by the prime minister. -- Police in Thua Thien Hue Province in central Vietnam said on Friday that they had teamed up with police in neighboring Quang Tri Province to detain a 47-year-old Chinese national for allegedly stealing gold necklace worth VND31 million (US$1,320) at a jewelry shop. -- The Education and Training Division of Ho Chi Minh City’s outlying district of Nha Be suspended a male teacher after he had been accused of sexually harassing a student in class … [Read more...] about Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – June 10