With its unique geographic significance, Hanoi proudly stands as the place where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked the longest. It is also where he authored and proclaimed many of his influential works, now part of both Vietnamese and global history. Moreover, Hanoi is home to numerous landmarks that trace his legacy.
Vietnam, guided by the principles of proactivity, positivity, and responsibility, has made significant contributions to ASEAN cooperation throughout its journey with the organization. These efforts exemplify Vietnam's consistent spirit of peace, harmony, and friendship, all aimed at fostering stability and mutual prosperity. The nation is always dedicated to building a strong and united ASEAN, enhancing its role and prestige at both regional and global stages.
On the occasion of the official visit to France by Party General Secretary and President To Lam on October 7, 2024, Vietnam and France issued a joint statement on upgrading their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. As of October 2024, Vietnam has Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with eight countries.
The visit to France from October 6-7 by Party General Secretary and State President To Lam takes place amid positive developments in the relations between the two countries. It demonstrates Vietnam’s high regard for the strategic partnership with France, and aims to deepen and make the ties more practical.
Vietnam's cooperation with the Francophone community has continued to develop positively. The Francophone community values Vietnam's role and contributions, viewing the country as a model for socio-economic development and a central focus in Francophone cooperation activities in the Asia-Pacific region.
Vietnam and Ireland have nurtured a cooperative friendship since establishing diplomatic ties in 1996. Both nations share significant historical and patriotic similarities, along with a resilient spirit and rich, diverse cultures. This foundation offers substantial opportunities for deepening mutual cooperation and development.
This is the first State visit to Mongolia by a Vietnamese President in 16 years, coinciding with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The visit reaffirms Vietnam's consistent policy of valuing its friendship with traditional partners, including Mongolia, and its desire to deepen and enhance relations with Mongolia in a substantive, effective, and meaningful way in line with the current context.
Recently, population work has received significant attention from the Party and the State, achieving many important accomplishments. The population growth rate has been successfully controlled. The replacement fertility level has been maintained for the past 16 years. The population structure has positively shifted, with a strong increase in the working-age population.
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