Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc will attend the ASEAN Leaders’ Gathering (ALG) in Indonesia and visit the country from October 11-12. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc will attend the ASEAN Leaders’ Gathering (ALG) in Indonesia and pay a working visit to the country from October 11-12 at the invitation of Indonesian President Joko Widodo. PM Phuc’s visit to Indonesia affirms Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence diversification and mutilateralisation of international relations, and the importance that the country attaches to the relations with ASEAN member states and the strategic partnership with Indonesia. Also, the visit aims to promote cooperative opportunities in the fields of trade, investment, defence, security, agriculture, environment, climate change, among others, thus developing the Vietnam-Indonesia strategic partnership in a more comprehensive and practical manner. Vietnam and Indonesia set up diplomatic … [Read more...] about PM’s visit affirms importance of Vietnam-Indonesia ties
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Vietnam, Indonesia eye early EEZ delimitation
"We have agreed that the negotiation on the EEZ between the two countries could be enhanced, and I hope that this negotiation could be concluded soon, " Widodo said at a joint press conference with his Vietnamese counterpart, Tran Dai Quang, following their meeting in Hanoi. The two countries have so far held 10 rounds of talks on the delimitation of their EEZs. Also Tuesday the two countries signed a joint statement on their voluntary participation in international cooperation for combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and promoting bilateral sustainable fisheries management. The statement, based on a memorandum of understanding on fisheries cooperation and maritime affairs they signed in 2010, is a key document "of great importance, " Widodo said. The two presidents also welcomed the progress made in the ongoing negotiations for a Code of Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (COC), or the East Sea as Vietnam calls it. This contributes significantly in asserting … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Indonesia eye early EEZ delimitation
Vietnam, Indonesia agree to foster multifaceted cooperation
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) meets with Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on September 12 met with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, who is paying a state visit to Vietnam and attending the World Economic Forum on ASEAN (WEF ASEAN) 2018. At the meeting, President Widodo spoke highly of Vietnam’s careful preparations for the WEF ASEAN 2018, which served as a foundation for the success of the event. He added that it is an important event, offering huge opportunities for the development and application of creative industries and digital technology. The two leaders expressed their delight at the positive development of the Vietnam-Indonesia strategic partnership in the five years since its establishment. They also lauded the signing of an action programme on the implementation of the strategic partnership for the 2019-2023 period, towards celebrating the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Indonesia agree to foster multifaceted cooperation
Vietnam, Indonesia continue negotiations, eye early EEZ delimitation
"We have agreed that the negotiation on the EEZ between the two countries could be enhanced, and I hope that this negotiation could be concluded soon, " Widodo said at a joint press conference with his Vietnamese counterpart, Tran Dai Quang, following their meeting in Hanoi. The two countries have so far held 10 rounds of talks on the delimitation of their EEZs. Also Tuesday the two countries signed a joint statement on their voluntary participation in international cooperation for combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and promoting bilateral sustainable fisheries management. The statement, based on a memorandum of understanding on fisheries cooperation and maritime affairs they signed in 2010, is a key document "of great importance, " Widodo said. The two presidents also welcomed the progress made in the ongoing negotiations for a Code of Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (COC), or the East Sea as Vietnam calls it. This contributes significantly in asserting … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Indonesia continue negotiations, eye early EEZ delimitation
Vietnam, Indonesia look toward stronger strategic partnership
On August 13, Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Pham Vinh Quang presented his letter of credence to President Widodo in Jakarta. At a meeting with the Indonesian leader, Quang briefed him on the extensive and effective development of the strategic partnership established in 2013 and the implementation of the action programme for 2014-2018. With big populations and as major economies in the region, Vietnam and Indonesia boast huge potential for stronger economic cooperation, the Vietnamese diplomat said while affirming that the Vietnamese Government has always offered favourable conditions for long-term and effective operations of foreign investors, including those from Indonesia. He suggested the President and the Indonesian Government continue to incentivize Indonesian businesses to expand business and partnerships in Vietnam, thus making bilateral ties being on a par with its full potential. On the occasion, the ambassador wished Indonesia successful organisation of the ASEAN … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Indonesia look toward stronger strategic partnership