Both sides hailed the effective defence cooperation between the two countries, describing it as a key pillar in the bilateral ties, and lauded the implementation of the US$100 million credit package to support Vietnam’s border forces in building high-speed patrol boats. They consented to maintain the frequent exchange of visits and meetings at all levels, as well as people-to-people exchanges between the two countries, and effectively carry out existing cooperation mechanisms and look for new measures to promote bilateral relations. The leaders asked concerned ministries and sectors to hold dialogues to explore possibilities of opening up their markets, especially for goods of their strength. PM Phuc thanked Indian leaders, especially Prime Minister Modi, for their goodwill and willingness to discuss solutions to ease trade protection, thereby protecting the interests of Vietnamese enterprises. He was appreciative of India's investment in fields of its strengths and … [Read more...] about Vietnam, India strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership
President hosts banquet for Indian counterpart
President Nguyen Phu Trong and Indian his Indian counterpart Ram Nath Kovind raise their glasses to the fruitful bilateral ties (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Nguyen Phu Trong hosted a banquet for Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and his entourage in Hanoi on November 20. In his speech delivered at the event, Trong hailed his guest’s visit to Vietnam as a vivid proof of Vietnam – India traditional friendship and fruitful comprehensive strategic partnership. Noting that the two nations’ cultural connection dates back nearly 2,000 years, President Trong said the Cham towers within the My Son sanctuary that the Indian leader visited the day before reflect the age-old cultural, religious and historical links between Vietnam and India. Trong recalled the historical meeting between the then President Ho Chi Minh and Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Hanoi 64 years ago, which … [Read more...] about President hosts banquet for Indian counterpart
Indian President concludes State visit to Vietnam
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee (CPVCC) and President Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and Indian President Ram Nath Kovind (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Indian President Ram Nath Kovind on November 20 wrapped up his three-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee (CPVCC) and President Nguyen Phu Trong. During his trip, the Indian leader held talks with Party General Secretary and President Trong, met with Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc, National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, and Secretary of the Party Committee of Da Nang city Truong Quang Nghia. He delivered a speech at the Vietnamese NA, attended the Vietnam-India Business Forum, and met with Indian expats living, working and studying in Vietnam. He toured Da Nang city and the world cultural heritage My Son Sanctuary in the neighbouring province of Quang Nam. He also laid wreaths at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum … [Read more...] about Indian President concludes State visit to Vietnam
More than 50 killed by suicide bomber in Afghan capital
Najib Danish, a spokesman for the interior ministry, said more than 70 other people were injured in the attack. "A suicide bomber detonated his explosives inside a wedding hall where Islamic religious scholars had gathered to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Mohammad," Danish said. There were no immediate claims of responsibility for the blast. … [Read more...] about More than 50 killed by suicide bomber in Afghan capital
Project to help Vietnamese startups access North America markets
Illustrative image (Source: internet) HCM City (VNA) - A project called “Zone Startups Vietnam” was officially launched in Ho Chi Minh City on November 20, aiming to helping Vietnamese entrepreneurs access North America markets. The event was jointly organised by Ryerson Futures Group of Canada and Vietnamese partners namely UniBrands, VinaCapital, Trung Thuy Group and TalentNet. Once put into official operation, the project is hoped to provide more opportunities for Vietnamese startups, especially in accessing capital, thus accelerating their business and production. According to Mohamed Lachemi, President of Ryerson University of Canada, the project will begin with Next big Idea - a programme for startups to reach potential North American markets, especially Toronto (Canada), which is the fourth largest city in North America and also one of the fastest growing technology centres in the world. He said in India, Next big Idea has helped more than 30 companies expand … [Read more...] about Project to help Vietnamese startups access North America markets