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High-level policy dialogue marks 25th anniversary of ASEM

The Asia - Europe Meeting (ASEM) High-level Policy Dialogue in commemoration of ASEM’s 25th founding anniversary takes place both in person and via videoconference in Hanoi on June 22.

UK Foreign Secretary Raab arrives in Vietnam for ASEM policy dialogue

Dominic Raab, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom, arrived in Hanoi on June 21 evening as part of his Southeast Asia tour.

13th Asia-Europe Meeting delayed to late 2021

Cambodia has again delayed the 13th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) to the fourth quarter of this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Deputy FM highlights growing cooperation in ASEM

Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has written an article highlighting the potential of growing cooperation in the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM), on the occasion of its 25th founding anniversary on March 1.

Vietnam, proactive and responsible member of ASEM

Leaders of 26 Asian and European countries, including Vietnam, founded the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) on March 1, 1996 in Bangkok. 

Vietnam shows active contributions to global issues through ASEM meeting

The Vietnamese delegation’s active participation at the recent 14th ASEM Foreign Ministers’ Meeting highlighted the country’s reputation and responsible contributions to important regional and global multilateral issues, an official has said.

Vietnam raises proposals to help ASEM bolster multilateral cooperation

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh raised some proposals to help ASEM enhance its role in fostering multilateral cooperation, while addressing the 14th ASEM Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Madrid on December 16.

Vietnam, Cambodia hold sixth political consultation

The sixth political consultation between Vietnam and Cambodia was held in Phnom Penh on July 18.

PM talks to Japanese media on Japan visit, G20 Summit attendance

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has granted an interview to Japanese media on the occasion of his Japan visit and participation in the 14th G20 Summit at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe from June 27 to July 1.

ASEM calls for joint efforts by Asia, Europe to combat climate change

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam wants to enhance co-operation with the international community to promote renewable energy, invest in new technologies and implement projects for environmental protection, 

ASEF to boost co-operation in dealing with new challenges

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam has been one of the most dynamic and active members of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), hosting as many as 50 of its events since its establishment 20 years ago,

Germany to bring East Sea issue to 10th ASEM, Merkel says

German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced that Germany and other European Union member states will raise the East Sea issue at the 10th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) taking place in Milan, Italy on October 16-17.

PM highlights ASEM sustainable development

Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has suggested the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) define sustainable development as an important content of collaboration in coping with global challenges, with people playing a central role.

GOVERNMENT IN BRIEF 6/6

 Italian PM to visit; Vice President attends 24th Global Summit of Women; Vietnam proposes accelerating FTA talks with EU; National Assembly holds Q&A session, starting June 10

Vietnam hosts disaster prevention summit

VietNamNet Bridge – Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh yesterday called for ASEM countries to strengthen coordination to combat the increasing threat of climate change and natural disasters in the wake of storm Haiyan

Vietnam, Russia strengthen comprehensive cooperation

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung will pay an official visit to Russian Federation at the invitation of Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev from May 12-15

SOCIETY IN BRIEF 15/3

ASEM workshop to discuss water management; Hand-foot-mouth disease spreads; It’s time to improve work safety; Project to build more sustainable learning society

Vietnam, Australia mark 40 years of diplomatic ties

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Vietnamese Embassy in Australia held a ceremony to mark the 40 th anniversary of the Vietnam – Australia diplomatic ties in Canberra on February 25.