At a meeting with the Lao Minister, PM Dung highly valued results of talks between the two finance ministries, describing them as an important and practical contribution to strengthening the traditional Vietnam-Laos traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation.

The Vietnam-Laos special relationship is an invaluable treasure of both Parties, States and peoples, the PM said, adding that Vietnam spares no effort, together with Laos, to forge the two countries’ ties in a deeper, more practical and effective manner. In particular, he said the two sides will speed up the implementation of cooperation activities in agreed areas, and accelerate new cooperative programmes.

He welcomed cooperation between the two finance ministries in sharing experience and mutual assistance in personnel training.

Minister Phouphet Khamphounvong spoke highly of Vietnamese experts’ assistance to develop the Lao financial sector. 

He affirmed a commitment to effectively implement bilateral agreements, contributing to maintaining and promoting the Laos-Vietnam traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation.

While meeting with the Palestinian Minister of Home Affairs and National Security, the PM appreciated results of talks and agreements between the Vietnam Ministry of Public Security and the Palestinian Ministry of Home Affairs and National Security, which he said will contribute to boosting relations.

He congratulated Palestine on its recent achievements, particularly UNESCO membership, and voiced Vietnam’s support for the Palestinian people in their struggle for independence and for the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people.

He also affirmed support for Palestine’s policy of peaceful negotiations with Israel as acceptable for both sides.

The Vietnamese Government wants to enhance cooperation with the Palestinian Government in fields of their strength for mutual benefits.

For his part, the Palestinian Minister said the Palestinian people wish to seek a peaceful solution through negotiations with Israel, and want the international community to promptly recognise the state of Palestine.

He hoped that Vietnam will continue to support the Palestinian people’s just struggle and affirmed Palestine always considers Vietnam a traditional friend and wants to boost economic, cultural and security cooperation with the country.