Vietnam “choosing justice, not choosing sides”
On the afternoon of May 11 (local time), in Washington, D.C., Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh gave an important speech at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).
Strengthen trust, increase responsibility
In his speech with the theme “Sincerity, Trust and Responsibility for a Better World”, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that sincerity, trust and responsibility play a particularly important role in solving the problem. solve problems facing the world today. The Prime Minister shared and affirmed Vietnam’s views on showing sincerity, strengthening trust and strengthening responsibility in cooperation with countries, regions and the international community.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the Center for Strategic and International Studies of the US (CSIS) Photo: Nhat Bac
First of all, Vietnam adheres to the foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, diversification and multilateralisation, is a good friend and reliable partner with the countries above. the world, is a responsible member of the international community.
Second, between independence and dependence, Vietnam always chooses independence with the spirit of “Nothing is more precious than independence and freedom” of the great President Ho Chi Minh. “In a world full of turbulence, strategic competition, and many choices, Vietnam does not choose a side but chooses justice, fairness, justice and justice on the basis of principles of international law, Charter of the United Nations (UN); equality, mutual benefit, all win” – Prime Minister stated.
Third, Vietnam is ready for dialogue and cooperation to handle differences and disagreements, and contribute to world peace, stability and development; at the same time, ensure the harmonization of interests and adequately address the concerns of partners, countries and the international community.
In settling disputes and conflicts in the region and in the world, including the East Sea – an important sea for countries inside and outside the region, Vietnam has always advocated maintaining peace and stability. ensure security, safety and freedom of navigation and aviation; protect legitimate rights and interests, settle disagreements by peaceful means, through dialogue, on the basis of respect for international law… To contribute responsibly to common international issues and the region, Vietnam actively participates in and promotes its role in multilateral mechanisms, especially ASEAN, the United Nations, regional and inter-regional cooperation mechanisms and the Mekong Sub-region in accordance with requirements, specific abilities and conditions.
Determined to respond to climate change
The head of the Government of Vietnam emphasized that despite many socio-economic difficulties and as a developing country, Vietnam has shown great responsibility and determination in responding to climate change. implementation of commitments under the Paris Agreement and COP26 in the UK. Vietnam has also been strongly promoting economic, trade and investment cooperation with most countries in the world; demonstrate its responsibility in the implementation of equality and free trade.
Regarding Vietnam-US relations, the Prime Minister said that the two countries have come a long way in showing sincerity and building trust with each other. “Sincerity, trust and responsibility are the keys for countries to resolve disagreements and differences in today’s volatile world. Sincerity, trust and responsibility have also been recognized. making an important contribution to the strong development of the Vietnam – US relationship over the past 30 years, I believe that these will also be the key factors in guiding, promoting and bringing the comprehensive partnership Vietnam and the US will reach new heights, in fact, be more effective in the coming time,” the Prime Minister stated.
On the same day, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with US Secretary of Finance Janet Yellen, US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo; received Mr. Axel Van Trotsenburg, CEO of the World Bank (WB) and leaders of a number of large US enterprises and corporations. The Prime Minister emphasized that in the current period, Vietnam prioritizes projects with advanced technology, new technology, high technology, clean, high added value, green transformation, digital transformation, which has a positive impact on the environment. spillover, connecting global production and supply chains.
On this occasion, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Minister of Trade Raimondo witnessed the awarding ceremony of cooperation documents between the ministries, sectors and businesses of the two countries in many fields such as energy, infrastructure, telecommunications. communication, digital technology, climate change response, contributing to support Vietnam to soon achieve its commitments set out at COP26.
* On the afternoon of May 11, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen.
Promote the establishment of a group of US congressmen friendly to Vietnam
On the same day, May 11, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Permanent Chairman of the Senate Patrick Leahy and a number of key senators from the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Reconciliation, Justice, Finance, Energy and Resources. nature US Senate. The Prime Minister welcomed and expressed his wish that the National Assembly of the two countries strengthen parliamentary cooperation; He proposed that Senate Permanent Chairman Leahy and his associates promote the establishment of a Group of US Congressmen friendly to Vietnam, and at the same time coordinate to promote the exchange of delegations at all levels as well as regular dialogue mechanisms between the United States and the United States. association of two countries.
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