Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and leaders of ASEAN member states attended a retreat on global and regional issues on September 5, as part of the ongoing 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia.
During the event, PM Chinh emphasized the importance of maintaining ASEAN’s central role amid intense competition among major nations. He highlighted the need for internal unity, independence, self-reliance, and respect for the rule of law within ASEAN.
ASEAN must maintain a strategic balance with major countries and become a reliable bridge to regulate and balance relationships and interests. The bloc should also uphold its principled stance on issues related to regional security and development.
PM Chinh stressed the need for unity in ASEAN’s common stance on the East Sea (South China Sea) and urged partners to respect this stance. He emphasized the importance of self-restraint, peaceful dispute settlement, respect for international law, and the UNCLOS.
Regarding the situation in Myanmar, PM Chinh expressed support for proactive engagement to encourage peaceful dialogue and find a comprehensive and sustainable solution. He also pledged Vietnam’s cooperation with Laos, the future Chair of ASEAN, to advance the bloc’s goals.
PM Chinh and ASEAN leaders agreed to assist the Philippines in assuming the role of ASEAN Chair in 2026. Additionally, PM Chinh met with his Timor Leste counterpart to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including trade, investment, and rice trade.
PM Chinh invited his Timor Leste counterpart to visit Vietnam, and both leaders reiterated their support and effective coordination in regional and international multilateral forums.
The ASEAN Summit continued on September 6 morning with the ASEAN 1 Summits with China, the Republic of Korea, and Japan.
Painting contest held for buffaloes joining ploughing festival in Ha Nam
A buffalo painting contest for the Doi Son Tich Dien (ploughing) Festivalwas held on February 10, or the sixth day of the Lunar New Year in Doi Son commune, Duy Tien district, the northern province of Ha Nam.
Pho Hien folk cultural festival kicks off in Hung Yen
The Pho Hien Folk Cultural Festival opened in the northern province of Hung Yen on April 21.
Sam Son sea festival slated for April 21
The 2018 sea festival of Sam Son city of the north central coastal province of Thanh Hoa will take place on April 21, heard a press conference held in the city on April 12.
Ha Long Carnival opens in Quang Ninh
The Ha Long Carnival, a highlight of the Ha Long – Quang Ninh tourism week 2019, opened in Bai Chay and Hon Gai tourism area in the northern province of Quang Ninh on April 28.
Tam Chuc Pagoda – Ancient beauty amidst majestic scenery
Covering 5,100 ha, Tam Chuc complex is a perfect combination of ancient beauty and the mighty of the immense mountain.
