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Vietnam remains supportive and would serve as the bridge for the UK to expand its partnership with ASEAN, calling for the UK parliament to support ASEAN’s central role in the region, as well as Vietnam’s stance on regional security issues. Vietnam and the UK are seeking closer relations at a time when the bilateral strategic partnership has been at its best with strong progress in all spheres. Chairman of Vietnam National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue and Speaker of the House of Commons of the UK Lindsay Hoyle. Source: VNA The view was shared during a meeting between Chairman of Vietnam National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue and Speaker of the House of Commons of the UK Lindsay Hoyle in London today [June 29]. According to Hue, trade and investment cooperation between the two countries has benefited from the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) that took effect in early 2021. Hue expected both sides to continue taking advantage of the deal to boost bilateral trade … [Read more...] about Vietnam, UK seek closer relations

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (second, left) presents a gift to the Vietnamese expatriate community in the UK. (Photo: VNA) London (VNA) - The official visit to the UK by Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has come in a very opportune and important time, as the two countries are seeking ways to deepen their parliamentary and political dialogues, said Mr Wayne David MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Vietnam. Making his remarks in a virtual meeting with the Vietnam News Agency's correspondent in the UK ahead of the top legislator’s trip from June 28-30, Mr David said the visit is important not only symbolically, but in a very practical sense as well, because during the visit, the two sides will be talking about different issues important to both countries. According to the APPG Chair, Mr Hue will be meeting not only the Speaker of Commons and the Speaker of Lords, members of all political parties and the APPG, but also … [Read more...] about Top legislator’s UK visit comes in opportune and important time: APPG Chair

Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency on June 30. – Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on June 30 stressed the task of addressing shortcomings and filling in “vaccums” and “loopholes” so as to prevent corruption and negative phenomena. Speaking at a national conference held in Hanoi to review the 10-year combat against corruption and negative phenomena, the Party leader also said fighting corruption is a critically important but also extremely difficult and complicated task that requires resolute, persistent, continuous, and unceasing efforts from all levels and in all sectors and areas. Read full story National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (L) meets Speaker of the UK House of Lords John Mcfall (Photo: VNA) - Vietnam wishes to share experience with the United Kingdom (UK) in legislative affairs, especially in the building of the legal framework, policies and mechanisms to support the Government … [Read more...] about ☕ Afternoon briefing on June 30

The two leaders discussed the situation of relations between the two countries and the two parliaments with the hope that Vietnam and the U.K., especially the parliaments, will jointly set out new orientations and solutions to deepen bilateral cooperation in all fields. They stressed the need to enhance the comprehensive and substantive relations, both bilaterally and multilaterally, and agreed to maintain all-level delegation exchanges and contacts. Regarding trade and investment collaboration, Hue emphasized that the U.K. is currently Vietnam’s third biggest trade partner in Europe and its leading European investor. Showing their delight at progress in two-way trade as it hit USD 6 billion last year, both sides proposed the two countries continue bringing into full play the U.K.-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) to facilitate U.K. businesses’ expansion of investment in Vietnam, particularly in green finance, pharmaceuticals, health, digital technology, education, startup … [Read more...] about Vietnam hopes to enhance parliamentary ties with U.K.: Top legislator

Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a list of selected news summaries last night by the Vietnam News Agency. – President Nguyen Xuan Phuc appreciated Cao Dai followers’ contributions to the country throughout history while receiving leaders of the religion’s churches and organisations in Hanoi on June 29. He said Caodaism is a religion coming into being in Vietnam, and during its development process, it has helped diversify the country’s traditional culture and uphold solidarity when encouraging its dignitaries and followers to stand side by side with the nation. Read full story – National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and Speaker of the UK’s House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle discussed various issues regarding cooperation between the two legislatures during their talks in London on June 29 morning. The two sides also exchanged views on their cooperation at multilateral forums and on regional and global issues of mutual interest. They focused discussions on measures to further … [Read more...] about ☀️ Morning digest on June 30