Vietnam and Indonesia on March 10 upgraded their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone in celebration of the 70th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.

This upgrade aims to serve the interests of both nations and contribute to peace, development and prosperity in ASEAN and the world.

The key directions are aimed at strengthening ASEAN's development, bolstering its central role in the regional structure.

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm’s visit to the ASEAN Secretariat underscores Việt Nam’s strategic commitment to ASEAN and reaffirms that ASEAN remains a key priority in Việt Nam's foreign policy in the new era.

The concert was a special event within the framework of Party General Secretary Tô Lâm's state visit to Indonesia and official visit to the ASEAN Secretariat.

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The 43rd session of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee will take place over 2.5 days as planned, from March 10 to 11 and on the afternoon of March 14.

Both Việt Nam and Indonesia boast attractive destinations, from stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage to famous attractions

Việt Nam's top leader commended the Vietnamese community in Indonesia who, though smaller than in some other countries, have worked diligently, achieved business success, and made positive contributions to their host society.

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The Committee, the Government, and the entire country are performing multiple key tasks, including streamlining the political system, promoting economic growth, drafting documents, preparing for Party congresses at all levels, and commemorating important national events, PM Phạm Minh Chính said.

The timing of the visit is particularly significant as the two countries are celebrating the 70th anniversary of their diplomatic relations this year, with Indonesia being the first Southeast Asian country to set up diplomatic ties with Việt Nam.

José Martí, born in January 28, 1853 in Havana, was the first Cuban to lay the foundation for the brotherhood between the people of Việt Nam and Cuba.

The relationship between Indonesia and Việt Nam not only contributes to the development and prosperity of both nations but also plays an important role in promoting the development and prosperity of the region, according to Indonesian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Armanatha Kristiawan Nasir.

The Deputy PM called for elevating Việt Nam’s diplomacy to new heights through a comprehensive and modern approach, aligning it with national objectives.

The Government leader expressed his belief that with a strong commitment to the rule of law and the goal of building and perfecting the socialist rule-of-law State, the law enforcement efforts -- through recent innovative, professional, and systematic approaches -- will continue to prove effective and responsive to practical demands.

Vietnamese top leader stressed that changes in mindsets and perceptions are essential to transform policies and actions towards the private economic sector, adding it is a must to continue eliminating all misconceptions and prejudices about this sector.

On March 5 afternoon, 37-year-old Nguyen Huu T. lost his life after being buried by a landslide while installing an underground agricultural water pipeline on a road in Toyama.

These countries include Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Russia, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.

The Solomon Islands' leaders praised the 29-year diplomatic relationship between the two nations, founded on mutual trust, respect, and shared benefits.