Vietnam Expressed Invitation to Speak in “Diamond Quartet” Expansion



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Vietnam talked about being invited to speak at the
Spokesperson for the Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs at a press conference on the afternoon of May 14.

Unofficial phone

On the afternoon of May 14, at the Foreign Ministry’s regular press conference, Foreign Ministry spokesman Le Thi Thu Hang answered questions to confirm Vietnam’s information in recent talks with other countries. India, United States, Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand (expanded “Diamond Quartet”) recently.

Ms. Hang said that, in the context of the Covid-19 epidemic, which continued to be complicated worldwide, causing serious negative impacts in almost all countries, being responsible members of In the international community, with the desire to joining efforts and contributing to the common effort to combat the disease, Vietnam has been actively cooperating with other countries and regional organizations, especially ASEAN and United Nations organizations; Participate in many exchange mechanisms in various forms and at different levels, such as international and regional conferences, bilateral or multi-party conference calls of senior leaders, ministers, vice-ministers, etc.

In this spirit, Vietnam has recently made informal phone calls with the United States, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia and New Zealand.

In particular, Vietnam and other countries focus on updating the epidemic situation in the country, in the region and in the world; share experiences and disease prevention measures, as well as effective forms of cooperation in citizen protection, supply of medical equipment, coordination in forms of humanitarian aid, maintenance of trade and commerce, as well as the creation of the most favorable conditions to open and restore the post-Covid-19 economy.

Vietnam believes that through cooperation, exchange and telephone exchanges in a constructive and responsible spirit, countries and the world community will work together to control and reverse the disease at the same time. restore socio-economic development.

Previously, information in the international press said that the United States plans to establish a “Prosperous Economic Network” with a dialogue by the group “Diamond Quartet” (QUAD Group), including the United States, Australia and Japan. , India and invited three other countries, Vietnam, South Korea and New Zealand, called the “Extended Diamond Quartet” (QUAD Plus).

What reasons to reopen flight routes with other countries?

Also at the press conference, responding to the plan, when to reopen flights to South Korea and other countries, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said: “As you all know to avoid Covid-19, as well as many countries and territories Across the world, Vietnam has made some adjustments to immigration policy. Vietnam appreciates the understanding and wishes to continue receiving close cooperation from countries in the implementation of these measures. “

Ms. Hang emphasized that Vietnam will closely monitor the situation of domestic and international epidemics and make appropriate adjustments to actual conditions.

Speaking more about Vietnam’s measures to attract foreign investment in the context of the complex development of the Covid-19 epidemic worldwide, the spokesperson stated, despite the outbreak of the Covid-19 epidemic. In many countries of the world and in the region, but with the drastic implementation of effective measures to prevent and control epidemics, Vietnam has basically controlled and repelled the epidemic. This is a very important foundation to strengthen the confidence of the business community, domestic and foreign investors in Vietnam.

In addition to effective prevention of epidemics, the Government constantly advocates promoting socio-economic development to strengthen the foundations, enhance resilience and adaptation of the economy.

With this policy, Vietnam has been synchronously implementing many policies and measures to recover the economy during and after the Covid-19 crisis, such as ensuring the maintenance of supply chains, trade in goods and services in the country. as well as between Vietnam and abroad; continue to improve the business investment environment, reduce procedures and costs for companies, develop infrastructure, logistics …; actively deploy free trade agreements (FTAs) with partners; supporting companies and investors to overcome the difficulties caused by the Covid-19 epidemic to continue deploying investment projects in Vietnam, creating the conditions for highly skilled experts and workers to enter Vietnam. Men work but still ensure prevention.

There is no intention of extending the mandate of the President of ASEAN of Vietnam

Regarding the information that Vietnam wants to keep the rotating ASEAN presidency for one more year to make up for the time affected by the Covid-19 epidemic, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said Vietnam is now focusing on making a good role. ASEAN 2020 President.

In the past, despite the difficulties caused by the complicated development of the Covid-19 epidemic, Vietnam has been promoting its role as President in promoting solidarity and the proactive adaptation of ASEAN to the epidemic. Maintain the momentum of cooperation, effectively implement priorities in 2020.

In ASEAN, there were no proposals to extend the presidency of Vietnam.

Phương Thảo



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