NA Chairman's Visit to Cambodia: A Boost for Strategic Trust and Cooperation
	Vietnam Always Treasures Traditional-neighbourly Relationship with Cambodia

Chairman Tran Thanh Man commended the achievements of the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, the Association of Vietnamese People in Cambodia, and the Association of Vietnamese Entrepreneurs in Cambodia.

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man speaks at the meeting with the staff of the Vietnamese Embassy, and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Cambodia. (Photo: VNA/VNS)

The Vietnamese top legislator shared updates on Vietnam's socio-economic situation in 2024. He highlighted the continued stability of the macroeconomy, controlled inflation, ensured social welfare, and strengthened foreign relations, contributing to Vietnam's rising international stature. Anti-corruption, wastefulness, and negative practices remain priority areas with no exemptions.

Chairman Tran Thanh Man noted that during the ongoing 8th session of the National Assembly, several significant measures are being deliberated to boost Vietnam’s development. These include policies on high-speed rail investment along the North-South axis and adjustments to the investment plan for the Long Thanh International Airport project.

He emphasized the country’s efforts to fulfill the 2021-2025 socio-economic development plan and implement the resolutions of the 13th National Party Congress. Preparations for the 14th National Party Congress and the 16th National Assembly elections, along with elections for People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, are also underway.

Informing them of the homeland’s socio-economic situation, the Chairman mentioned that recently, Party General Secretary To Lam had written an important article on preventing wastefulness and reforming the organizational apparatus within the entire political system. The Politburo has discussed and prepared to implement the streamlining of the apparatus from the central to local levels, to reduce spending from the state budget to invest in the country's development.

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man at the meeting with the staff of the Vietnamese Embassy, and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Cambodia. (Photo: VNA/VNS)

Regarding the Vietnamese community in Cambodia, which comprises over 100,000 members and is facing significant challenges, Chairman Tran Thanh Man reaffirmed the Party and State's recognition and appreciation of their role. He expressed sympathy for their difficulties and assured that he had raised concerns during meetings with Cambodian leaders. Key issues included advocating for favorable conditions for legal, stable livelihoods, arranging resettlement for those living on waterways, and expediting naturalization for eligible individuals.

Chairman Tran Thanh Man encouraged the Vietnamese community in Cambodia to uphold solidarity, comply with Cambodian laws, and strive for self-reliance. He also praised the efforts of the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia for their contributions to fostering the enduring “good neighborliness, traditional friendship, and comprehensive, sustainable and long-term cooperation” between Vietnam and Cambodia.

During the visit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc met with the Vietnam-Cambodia Business Association (VCBA) to receive concerns and challenges faced by Vietnamese enterprises in Cambodia.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ho Duc Phoc met with the Vietnam-Cambodia Business Association (VCBA). (Photo: VNA)

VCBA President Oknha Leng Rithy highlighted the association’s efforts as a bridge for Vietnamese enterprises, enabling deeper market penetration in Cambodia. He emphasized the association's contributions to economic cooperation and proposed that both governments continue supporting enterprises through favorable policies, preferential credit packages, and investment facilitation.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc commended Vietnamese businesses, such as the Vietnam Rubber Group, Viettel Cambodia (Metfone), and the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) in Cambodia, for their significant achievements. Their contributions generate economic benefits, strengthen Vietnam-Cambodia relations, and foster local socioeconomic development.

The Deputy Prime Minister urged Vietnamese businesses to continue serving as key bridges, enhancing the country's image, and fostering, consolidating, and strengthening the friendship and cooperation between the two countries and their peoples.

The VCBA comprises approximately 50 member businesses with a total investment of nearly US $3 billion, creating jobs for about 100,000 local workers and effectively contributing to Cambodia's socio-economic growth.

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