Vietnam Partners with American Jewish Committee in Policy Research
On March 19 in Hanoi, Chairman of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son held a meeting with Shira Loewenberg, Director of Asia Pacific Institute, American Jewish Committee (AJC). The two sides discussed future opportunities for cooperation in foreign policy research.
At the meeting, Chairman of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son suggested that the two sides actively exchange information to explore opportunities to coordinate in developing research programs and discussing international and regional political issues.
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| Chairman of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son (right) and Shira Loewenberg, Director of Asia Pacific Institute, American Jewish Committee (AJC) at the meeting (Photo: Dinh Hoa). |
The host also introduced to the guest about the country's development policy and foreign policy, the structure, functions and tasks of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the activities of the Vietnam - America Friendship Association.
According to Shira Loewenberg, this business trip to Vietnam aims to enhance exchange and cooperation with ministries, branches and relevant agencies working. According to the information gathered from the trip, a proposal for a working visit of AJC leaders and members to Vietnam at the end of 2024 will be prepared.
| The American Jewish Committee (AJC), established in 1906, by a small group of American Jews. The AJC members are determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples are accorded respect and dignity. In addition to its New York headquarters and Office of Government & International Affairs in Washington, D.C., AJC has regional offices and independent affiliates across the U.S. and overseas in addition to a multitude of global partnerships. |
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