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Party General Secretary To Lam (R) and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China Zhao Leji. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese Party chief hosts reception for visiting top Chinese legislator

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 31 for Zhao Leji, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China.

Zhao is paying an official visit to Vietnam where he will also attend a ceremony celebrating the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and Vietnam’s National Day (September 2) and co-chair the first session of the cooperation committee between Vietnamese National Assembly and the Chinese NPC.

General Secretary Lam conveyed his warm regards and best wishes to General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping and other senior Chinese leaders.

He said the Vietnamese Party, State, and people always remember with gratitude the great and heartfelt support from the Chinese Party and fraternal people. Despite profound global changes, both countries have maintained stability and development, with relations between the two Parties and countries achieving outstanding progress under the six major orientations. In particular, relations between the two legislatures have become increasingly substantive and profound.

The two countries must remain united and steadfast in advancing socialism together, the Party chief said, reiterating that Vietnam always considers the strengthening of bilateral relations an objective requirement, a strategic choice, and a top priority in its foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation, and its “four no’s” defence policy.

Chairman Zhao, for his part, extended the greetings and best wishes from Party General Secretary and President Xi and other senior Chinese leaders to the host leader. He congratulated Vietnam on the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and National Day, and its remarkable achievements over the past eight decades under the CPV’s leadership, which have elevated Vietnam’s international position and prestige, and improved the life of its people.

China attaches great importance to the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and the China – Vietnam Community with a shared future that carries strategic significance, considering it a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy, he said.

The top legislator also expressed China’s support for Vietnam’s successful organisation of the upcoming 14th National Party Congress, as well as the country's ongoing Doi Moi (renewal) process, and its push for industrialisation, modernisation, and socialism.

To further elevate and deepen bilateral relations in the coming time, General Secretary Lam called on the two Parties and countries to continue strengthening political trust and enhancing strategic coordination, while building a sincere and reliable political relationship between their top leaders.

The Party leader proposed improving the effectiveness of existing cooperation mechanisms across Party, Government, parliament, and Front channels, as well as in key and regular areas such as public security, defence, and foreign affairs. He also urged deepening ties between the two legislatures, stepping up exchanges of experience in legislation and supervision, and advancing the building of a socialist rule-of-law state under the Party's leadership.

General Secretary Lam expressed his hope that the legislative bodies of both countries will play a stronger role in fostering higher-level connectivity between the two economies, giving top priority to railway cooperation, and promoting balanced, sustainable trade while further opening markets to each other.

He also suggested expanding collaboration in science and technology, particularly in strategic fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, nuclear energy, 5G, and 6G. At the same time, he stressed the importance of intensifying people-to-people exchanges to strengthen the social foundation of the bilateral relations.

On the East Sea issue, General Secretary Lam proposed both sides continue to manage and better resolve differences, place themselves in each other’s position, respect each other’s legitimate interests, and work together to maintain a peaceful and stable environment so that the two socialist countries can focus on advancing a new era of national development.

Chairman Zhao welcomed and agreed with the views of General Secretary Lam, affirming that China is ready to work with Vietnam to implement the outcomes of the state visit to Vietnam by Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping, strengthen political trust, advance practical cooperation, enhance strategic connectivity between the two economies, and expand cooperation in culture, education, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges.

He also underlined China’s willingness to work with Vietnam to properly manage and resolve differences, jointly maintain peace and stability at sea, and create a favourable environment for each country’s development.

The top Chinese legislator stressed that during this visit, the two sides will jointly organise the first meeting of the cooperation committee between the Chinese NPC and the Vietnamese NA, marking a new milestone in legislative cooperation and making practical contributions to promoting stable, healthy, and sustainable development of the bilateral ties in the new era.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping at their meeting on August 31. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese Prime Minister meets with top Chinese leader in Tianjin

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 31 met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping as part of his working trip to Tianjin to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025.

PM Chinh conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes from Party General Secretary To Lam, State President Luong Cuong, and other high-ranking Vietnamese leaders to General Secretary and President Xi and Chinese leaders. He thanked China for sending a high-ranking delegation and a military contingent to Vietnam for attendance at the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification, and the 80th anniversary of National Day.

He congratulated China on its continued achievements under the leadership of the CPC Central Committee, with Xi as its core, highlighting China’s role as a leading driver of global economic growth and as a source of solutions and initiatives to pressing global challenges.

Welcoming the theme of this year’s expanded SCO Summit, the PM affirmed that Vietnam stays ready to work with China and other countries to uphold multilateralism, promote sustainable development, and contribute to addressing major global and regional issues.

General Secretary and President Xi welcomed PM Chinh leading a Vietnamese delegation to the SCO Summit, stressing that his presence reflects Vietnam’s strong commitment to advancing bilateral ties and its active support for conferences hosted by China. He extended cordial greetings to General Secretary To Lam and other Vietnamese leaders, while offering warm congratulations to the Vietnamese Party, State, and people on the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and National Day.

The Vietnamese PM reviewed six key positive outcomes in the bilateral relations in recent years, including strengthened strategic trust and exchanges, more substantive national defence-security cooperation, stronger strategic connectivity between the two economies, particularly in railway and aviation; strong growth in economic, trade, and investment ties; closer industrial and supply chain linkages; and a more solid social foundation.

Vietnam always considers the development of ties with China an objective requirement, a strategic choice, and a top priority in its foreign policy, he said, adding that Vietnam is ready to work with China to effectively realise the common perceptions reached between the two Party General Secretaries, translating strategic orientations into concrete outcomes that bring tangible benefits to the people of both countries.

Both sides vowed to further advance ties between the two Parties and nations under the six major orientations, strengthen strategic exchanges, expand comprehensive cooperation, deepen economic connectivity, particularly railway projects, and boost collaboration in science-technology and innovation.

PM Chinh suggested maintaining the exchanges and contacts in flexible forms between the two Party General Secretaries, while making defence and security cooperation more substantive. He called for the early convening of the first meeting of the Vietnam – China joint railway cooperation committee, prioritising Vietnam in Asia-Pacific railway industry development, and expediting work on concessional loan agreements, feasibility studies and railway workforce training, therefore helping Vietnam develop a railway industry complex.

On trade, the Vietnamese leader urged China to expand its import of Vietnamese high-quality agricultural products, accelerate the signing of quarantine protocols for Vietnamese pomelo, exploited seafood and meat products, approve additional durian planting areas, expand “smart border gate” models, and advance negotiations on the two sides’ cross-border economic cooperation zone.

He also proposed closer and more comprehensive energy cooperation, including clean energy and power trading, with increased capacity and output of Chinese electricity exports to Vietnam, early signing of a memorandum of understanding on Vietnam – China power connectivity and electricity exchanges at 500kV level.

Calling for practical joint work in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, PM Chinh sought China's support in technology transfer, institution and infrastructure building, and human resource training in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, quantum technology and low-orbit satellites. He welcomed scholarships from Tsinghua University for Vietnamese doctoral students in AI.

The Vietnamese PM also suggested stronger cultural and people-to-people exchanges, including the Year of Vietnam – China Humanistic Exchange, youth programmes such as the “red journey,” visa exemptions, and expanded commercial flights.

For his part, General Secretary and President Xi commended PM Chinh’s suggestions and contributions to the bilateral ties, affirming China’s support for Vietnam in successfully organising the 14th National Party Congress. He called for enhanced all-level and high-level strategic exchanges, effective outcomes in cooperation, and the successful organisation of the 17th meeting of the Vietnam – China Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation and the “3+3” strategic dialogue between the two countries’ foreign, defence and public security ministries in 2025.

The top Chinese leader underlined the promotion of infrastructure connectivity, especially railways, and agreed to early convene the meeting of the joint railway committee and accelerate steady progress on the Lao Cai – Ha Noi – Hai Phong railway feasibility study. He stressed the need to actively explore cooperation in mobilising and securing funding, providing railway workforce training, and accelerate the development of smart border gates and the cross-border economic cooperation zone.

General Secretary and President Xi expressed his wish to see well-organised activities marking the 75th founding anniversary of China - Vietnam diplomatic ties and ‘red journey’ study and exchange programme in China for Vietnamese young people.

The two sides also had candid discussions on maritime issues and agreed to seriously implement common perceptions of the top leaders of the two countries on the better control and settlement of differences, and the building and maintenance of an environment of peace, cooperation and development in the region.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of the Vietnamese community in China on August 31 morning. (Photo: VNA)

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of Vietnamese community in China

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with representatives of the Vietnamese community in China on August 31 morning on the occasion of his working trip to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 in Tianjin city.

Also attending the event were Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc, Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Vu Hong Thanh, leaders of ministries, departments, sectors, and central agencies, and about 270 overseas Vietnamese and students from Tianjin, Beijing, Shanghai, Shandong, Guangxi, and Hebei, along with officials and staff of the embassy, who represented the community of more than 100,000 Vietnamese people in China.

Vietnamese Ambassador to China Pham Thanh Binh reported that the Vietnamese community in China is a united, close-knit, dynamic, creative community with strong patriotism and national spirit, always looking towards the home country.

The Ambassador always strives to contribute to promoting the relationship between the two countries to make it deeper, more substantial, more effective and to well implement the policy of caring for the Vietnamese community abroad, he said.

Speaking at the meeting, PM Chinh sent warm regards, respectful greetings, and best wishes from Party General Secretary To Lam, and Party and State leaders to the Vietnamese community in China on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

Reviewing the great achievements in the country's socio-economic development in recent times, the PM said that the country is carrying out a revolution in "rearranging the country", focusing on developing science and technology and innovation, and promoting international integration.

He affirmed that in the country's overall achievements over the past 80 years, there have been very important contributions from the overseas Vietnamese community in general, and the overseas Vietnamese community in China in particular, as a bridge of friendship and people-to-people exchange with the host country, contributing to the Vietnam - China relationship in the current period.

The government leader affirmed that the Party and State always pay due attention to the overseas Vietnamese community, always listen to their thoughts and aspirations, resolve all difficulties and problems, facilitate their lives, and demonstrate the noble and sacred "national love and compatriotism".

Responding to the proposals and recommendations of overseas Vietnamese at the meeting, PM Chinh hoped that the community would always unite and integrate well, and that Vietnamese businesses operating in China would comply with local laws, promote national pride, and make positive contributions to the friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

He also hoped that Vietnamese students studying in China would actively learn Chinese knowledge and experience to contribute to the home country's construction and development. In meetings with leaders of the host country, the PM always asked the Chinese side to pay attention to and create favourable conditions for the overseas Vietnamese community, he noted.

The PM hoped that the Vietnamese community in China will always be proud of being Vietnamese, proud of having a culture imbued with national identity, and proud of the community's dedication and contributions to the Vietnam - China friendship, as both comrades and brothers "forever green, forever sustainable".

Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man (second, right) holds talks with Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China Zhao Leji. (Photo: VNA)

Top legislators of Vietnam and China hold talks in Hanoi

Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man held talks with Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China Zhao Leji right after hosting an official welcome ceremony for the latter in Hanoi on August 31.

Chairman Man welcomed Chairman Zhao, who is paying an official visit to Vietnam where he will also attend a ceremony to celebrate the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and National Day on September 2, and co-chair the first session of the cooperation committee between the Vietnamese NA and the Chinese NPC.

The visit is of important significance as it takes place during the Year of Vietnam – China Humanistic Exchanges and the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties, thereby contributing to further deepening ties between the two Parties, nations, and their legislative bodies, he said.

Congratulating China on its major achievements in recent years, he expressed his confidence that the CPC, with Party General Secretary and President Xi Jinping as its core, will lead the Chinese people in accomplishing the “Second Centenary Goal” of building a modern socialist power that is prosperous, democratic, culturally advanced, harmonious, and beautiful. Vietnam always treasures and gives top priority to developing relations with China, the NA Chairman said.

Chairman Zhao, for his part, extended congratulations to the Vietnamese Party, State, and people on their great, historic achievements over the past 80 years, stressing that as friendly neighbours, the two countries stood shoulder to shoulder in the struggles for independence and national liberation and have continued to learn from each other in the process of building socialism, forging a bond of brotherly friendship.

Both sides praised the positive progress in Vietnam – China relations in recent years, with inter-parliamentary cooperation playing an important role. Welcoming the first session of the cooperation committee between the Vietnamese NA and the NPC, the two leaders agreed to effectively realise high-level common perceptions, strengthen political trust, maintain regular high-level and multi-level exchanges, and enhance cooperation between their legislatures in a more substantive and practical manner. They also pledged to coordinate in building supportive legal frameworks and policies to facilitate exchanges and cooperation between their governments, businesses, and people.

Chairman Man proposed that parliamentary cooperation should become a key pillar of the bilateral relations, commensurate with the new level of mutual trust between the two sides. He called for the effective implementation of the cooperation agreement between the two legislatures, including holding meetings of the cooperation committee on a rotating basis every two years, increasing the exchange of delegations at all levels, including those by NA deputies and local People’s Council delegations, and supporting each other at global and regional inter-parliamentary forums.

He also suggested enhancing exchanges and sharing expertise on legislative activities to improve Party leadership methods, build a socialist rule-of-law state, and refine development policies and mechanisms in key areas.

Chairman Man proposed the Chinese NPC pay attention to and support the two countries in carrying out cooperation in key areas such as railways, trade facilitation, local investment collaboration, and stronger supervision of the implementation of signed cooperation agreements. He also urged NPC deputies to play an active role in promoting people-to-people exchanges, thereby consolidating the solid social foundation for the bilateral relations.

For his part, Chairman Zhao welcomed and endorsed the cooperation proposals by Chairman Man, affirming that China stands ready to work with Vietnam to concretise the common perceptions reached by the two Party General Secretaries and advance bilateral relations in line with the “six major orientations.”

Accordingly, China is willing to enhance political trust and maintain high-level exchanges; promote exchanges and experience sharing on Party building and state governance; improve the quality and effectiveness of practical cooperation, including connecting the Belt and Road Initiative with the “Two Corridors, One Belt” framework and cooperating in the construction of three standard-gauge railway lines linking the two countries; foster people-to-people and locality-to-locality exchanges to strengthen the social foundation; and step up coordination at multilateral inter-parliamentary mechanisms.

The two sides also exchanged views on maritime issues, agreeing to implement high-level common perceptions, properly handle matters at sea, and maintain a peaceful and stable environment.

After the talks, the two top legislators co-chaired the first meeting of the cooperation committee between the Vietnamese NA and the Chinese NPC. Both sides highly valued the significance of this inaugural meeting, held under the newly established bilateral inter-parliamentary cooperation mechanism, which vividly demonstrates the close, effective, and politically trustworthy ties between the two legislative bodies.

The two leaders shared the view that the meeting serves as an important mechanism for both sides to exchange experience and discuss parliamentary cooperation orientations aimed at facilitating and promoting the bilateral relations. They held in-depth discussions on legislative and supervisory work concerning major issues of common interest such as national security, and on fostering cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, science, and technology.

Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung (L) receives the ACW gavel from Thai Ambassador Suriya Chindawongse at the ceremony. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam assumes rotating chairmanship of ASEAN Committee in Washington D.C

Vietnam has officially taken over the rotating chairmanship of the ASEAN Committee in Washington D.C (ACW) from Thailand, with the handover ceremony taking place on August 29 (local time).

Over the final four months of the year, Vietnam will preside over a number of collective activities designed to strengthen cooperation and mutual understanding between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the US.

Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung praised Thailand for successfully hosting several key activities during its tenure, notably the commemoration of ASEAN Day on August 8. He affirmed that Vietnam will work to maintain the momentum of the ACW’s activities in the coming months and foster more substantive engagement with partners.

The Ambassador noted that Vietnam has already prepared several specific initiatives and will share further details in due course.

Among the upcoming highlights, September will see National Day celebrations of Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam, alongside a series of activities at the UN General Assembly and the welcoming of two new ambassadors from Laos and Indonesia. In October, the ACW is expected to mark Timor-Leste’s admission to ASEAN and co-host, with the Malaysian Embassy, a programme on artificial intelligence. November will feature a meeting with Secretary of the US Department of Transportation and Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy, while December will bring joint cultural promotion activities showcasing all ASEAN member states in Washington.

Dung concluded by expressing his hope for the continued cooperation of fellow ASEAN members throughout Vietnam’s ACW chairmanship.

The handover ceremony was rounded off with the symbolic transfer of the ACW gavel and the ASEAN flag, followed by a networking session with representatives of ASEAN embassies and local partners.

The two ICAPP leaders praise the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)'s contributions as a member of the ICAPP Standing Committee over the past two decades (Photo: baoquocte.vn)

Vietnam, ICAPP strengthen cooperation for peace, development in Asia

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Manh Cuong on August 31 held talks with a high-ranking delegation from the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP), during which both sides agreed that ICAPP should further promote dialogue, strengthen trust, and contribute to building an environment of peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.

The delegation, led by Chairman Chung Eui-yong and Co-Chairman Mushahid Hussain Sayed of the ICAPP Standing Committee, is on a working visit to Vietnam to attend a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

The ICAPP leaders spoke highly of Vietnam’s robust and comprehensive achievements in the fields of economy, culture, and society, stressing that the country has demonstrated itself as an active and responsible member of the international and regional community. They expressed their deep appreciation for Vietnam’s future orientations, particularly its “four pillars” and major development goals, voicing strong support and confidence that Vietnam will continue to grow stronger in its new era of development.

The two ICAPP leaders praised the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)'s contributions as a member of the ICAPP Standing Committee over the past two decades, noting that the CPV’s active and effective participation has helped foster peace, security, and development in Asia. They affirmed their wish to continue close cooperation with the CPV in realising ICAPP’s development vision, including expanding partnerships with multilateral political organisations in other regions.

Cuong commended ICAPP’s achievements as the world’s largest multilateral political party forum, which has contributed significantly to enhancing understanding among political parties in the region. He underscored ICAPP’s effective role as a bridge in facilitating cooperation among governments and parliaments across Asia.

During the talks, the two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of shared concern.

The Vietnamese official reaffirmed that Vietnam consistently pursues a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation, and development, as well as diversification and multilateralisation of relations, while building a comprehensive, modern diplomacy based on three pillars: Party diplomacy, State diplomacy, and people-to-people diplomacy.

Regarding Party diplomacy, Cuong highlighted ICAPP as one of the priority multilateral political forums in the CPV’s external relations, affirming that the CPV will continue to strengthen close cooperation with the ICAPP leadership and fulfill its role as an active and responsible member of the ICAPP Standing Committee.

Looking ahead, both sides agreed to further promote ICAPP’s unique value and pivotal role as a bridge for dialogue and consensus among political forces, thereby creating a political foundation for cooperation and development among governments, parliaments, and peoples. They also consented to step up concrete measures to deepen cooperation between the CPV and ICAPP in the coming time.

NA House, agencies' headquarters open for public during Independence Day celebration

The National Assembly (NA) House and relevant offices in Hanoi will be open to the public for the 80th anniversary of August Revolution and Vietnam’s Independence Day, the NA Office announced on August 31.

The move aims to offer the best possible experience to visitors flocking to Ba Dinh Square, a historic hub in the capital, during the festive holiday.

At No.1 Doc Lap street, the NA House will welcome guests from August 28 to September 2. They can wander its halls, snap photos, and make use of public amenities, including shelter from rains at Bac Son street and the first-floor lobby. The morning sessions run from 8:30 am to 11:30 am, while the afternoon hours will be from 2 pm to 4:30 pm.

Nearby, the NA agencies’ headquarters at 22 Hung Vuong street will also open their lobbies and gardens for facility use and rain shelter from August 31 through September 2. On August 31 and September 1, the doors will remain open from 8am to 9:30 pm. On September 2, the site will welcome visitors from 1 am until midnight.

To keep things safe, orderly, and clean, the NA Office asked visitors to strictly comply with instructions from security personnel and staff on duty.

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