Thời sự toàn cảnh tối 30/10: Huế, Đà Nẵng lũ xuống dần, Nghệ An-Quảng Trị nguy cơ lũ dâng cao |VTV24

Key Concepts

• Việt Nam - Anh Strategic Partnership: The elevation of bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership, marking a significant milestone.
• Climate Change and Green Energy: Focus on cooperation in green energy transition, sustainable development, and net-zero emission commitments.
• Economic Cooperation: Aim to double trade turnover, enhance e-commerce, and financial services.
• Security and Defense: Collaboration on illegal immigration, peacekeeping forces, and training.
• International and Regional Issues: Emphasis on peace, stability, freedom of navigation, and peaceful dispute resolution in the Asia-Pacific, including the South China Sea.
• APEC Summit: Vietnam's active participation and proposals for AI ethics, inclusive development, and international cooperation.
• Natural Disasters in Central Vietnam: Severe flooding and landslides causing significant damage and loss of life.
• Disaster Relief Efforts: Mobilization of military transport, aid distribution, and rescue operations.
• International Fraud and Cybercrime: Vietnam and the UK signing a Memorandum of Understanding on combating international fraud and enhancing cooperation on migration issues.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI): Discussions on ethical AI development, its role in economic growth, and potential applications.
• Global Economic Trends: Insights into economic growth, technological innovation, and international trade.

Bilateral Relations: Vietnam and the United Kingdom

High-Level Diplomatic Engagements

• Official Visit of General Secretary Tô Lâm: The General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Tô Lâm, paid an official visit to the United Kingdom.
• Meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer: A formal reception was held at the UK Prime Minister's office, where Prime Minister Keir Starmer affirmed the visit as a significant milestone in strengthening traditional friendship.
• UK's Recognition of Vietnam's Achievements: Prime Minister Starmer congratulated Vietnam on its economic achievements under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam, recognizing Vietnam as a dynamic economy with a high degree of openness and a crucial role in the Asia-Pacific.
• Vietnam's Appreciation of UK's Achievements: General Secretary Tô Lâm praised the UK's economic and social development, acknowledging its position as the sixth-largest economy globally and a leading financial center. He expressed confidence in the UK's continued growth under Prime Minister Starmer's leadership.

Key Areas of Cooperation and Agreements

• Strategic Partnership Elevation: The leaders jointly issued a declaration officially upgrading Vietnam-UK relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. This declaration outlines principles and future directions for enhanced cooperation.
• Pillars of Cooperation: Vietnam expressed readiness to cooperate closely with the UK to elevate relations across key pillars:
  • Politics and Diplomacy
  • Defense and Security
  • Science and Technology, Digital Transformation
  • Finance and Banking
  • Education and Training
  • Environment and Climate Change Response
  • Culture and People-to-People Exchanges
• Vietnam-ASEAN Bridge: Vietnam, as an ASEAN member, is willing to act as a bridge to promote UK-ASEAN cooperation and serve as a gateway for the UK to access the Southeast Asian market.
• Economic and Energy Transition: Both sides identified significant potential for cooperation in the new phase, particularly in green and sustainable economic and energy transitions, digital technology industry development, and high-quality human resource training.
• Trade and Investment:
  • Doubling Trade Turnover: A mutual agreement to double trade turnover in the coming period.
  • Free Trade Agreement (FTA): The UK Prime Minister expressed a desire to develop comprehensive bilateral relations within the framework of the Vietnam-UK FTA and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
  • E-commerce and Financial Services: The UK Prime Minister requested Vietnam's support for cooperation in e-commerce and financial services under the CPTPP.
• Climate Change Commitment: The UK government pledged to support Vietnam in achieving its net-zero emission commitment by 2050 and encouraged UK businesses to increase investment and cooperation in Vietnam. The UK also committed to supporting Vietnam in implementing the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).
• Security and Defense Cooperation:
  • Diversification of Cooperation: Agreement to diversify cooperation and jointly address illegal immigration.
  • Peacekeeping and Training: Enhanced cooperation in defense related to peacekeeping forces and training.
• International and Regional Issues:
  • Peace and Stability: Emphasis on maintaining peace and stability in the region.
  • Maritime and Aviation Security: Ensuring security, safety, and freedom of navigation and overflight.
  • South China Sea: Peaceful resolution of disputes in the Asia-Pacific, including the South China Sea, in accordance with international law, particularly the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea 1982.
• Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): The Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security and the UK Home Office signed an MoU on cooperation in combating international fraud and a plan to enhance cooperation on migration issues.
• Invitation to Visit Vietnam: General Secretary Tô Lâm extended an invitation to Prime Minister Keir Starmer to visit Vietnam, which was accepted.

Parliamentary Engagements

• Meeting with Lord Speaker John McFall: General Secretary Tô Lâm met with the Lord Speaker of the UK Parliament, John McFall.
  • Parliamentary Cooperation: The Lord Speaker welcomed the visit and emphasized the growing, practical cooperation between the two parliaments, contributing to deepening bilateral relations.
  • Support for Cooperation: General Secretary Tô Lâm requested the House of Lords' support for expanding cooperation between the parliaments, governments, and localities of both countries.
  • Education and Training Initiatives: Emphasis on implementing bilateral cooperation initiatives in education and training, encouraging UK institutions to open branches and collaborate in Vietnam.
  • Parliamentary Oversight: Both sides highlighted the crucial role of parliaments in overseeing the implementation of bilateral agreements and promoting academic exchanges.
• Meeting with Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle: General Secretary Tô Lâm also met with the Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle.
  • Parliamentary Role: General Secretary Tô Lâm affirmed the importance of the parliamentary channel in promoting and overseeing intergovernmental agreements.
  • Implementation of Agreements: He urged the House of Commons to monitor the effective implementation of the Vietnam-UK FTA, JETP, and cooperation programs in education, training, scientific research, innovation, and human resource development.
  • UK Support for Cooperation: The Speaker expressed admiration for Vietnam's achievements and the House of Commons' support for strengthening UK-Vietnam cooperation, particularly in education, healthcare, climate change, and people-to-people exchanges.
  • South China Sea Stance: General Secretary Tô Lâm requested the UK Parliament to maintain an objective stance and support ASEAN's position on resolving disputes peacefully based on international law.
• Invitation to Visit Vietnam: General Secretary Tô Lâm conveyed greetings and an invitation from Chairman of the National Assembly Trần Thanh Mẫn to Lord Speaker McFall and Speaker Hoyle to visit Vietnam.

Engagements with UK Government and Political Figures

• Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy: General Secretary Tô Lâm met with UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lamy.
  • Action Plan for Cooperation: General Secretary Tô Lâm proposed the development of an action plan to consolidate existing cooperation mechanisms and establish new ones to enhance political trust and achieve the target of $15 billion in bilateral trade.
  • Key Cooperation Areas: The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted economic and trade cooperation, defense and security, energy, innovation, and aviation as priorities.
  • Visa Facilitation: The Deputy Prime Minister affirmed support for facilitating visas for skilled workers.
• Meeting with the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Vietnam: General Secretary Tô Lâm met with the APPG on Vietnam.
  • Appreciation for APPG's Contribution: He thanked the APPG for its contributions to bilateral relations, particularly in culture, education, and people-to-people exchanges.
  • Four Priorities for Future Relations: General Secretary Tô Lâm outlined four priorities:
    1. Boosting trade and investment cooperation.
    2. Strengthening science and technology collaboration.
    3. Enhancing education and training.
    4. Developing an international financial center to contribute to the prosperity of both nations.
  • Proposals for APPG: He suggested the APPG continue with delegation exchanges and thematic workshops on legislative development, especially regarding the development of an international financial market in Vietnam.
• Meeting with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Britain, Robert Griffiths: General Secretary Tô Lâm met with Robert Griffiths.
  • Appreciation for Support: General Secretary Tô Lâm expressed gratitude for the support from British communists and progressive people for Vietnam's struggle for independence and national construction.
  • Strengthening Party Relations: Both sides agreed to consider theoretical exchanges, information sharing on regional and global issues, and closer coordination at political party forums.
  • Ho Chi Minh's Legacy: General Secretary Tô Lâm requested the Communist Party of Britain's assistance in researching and collecting traces of President Ho Chi Minh's activities in the UK and materials related to the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
• Meeting with Tony Blair, Former UK Prime Minister and Chair of the Tony Blair Institute: General Secretary Tô Lâm met with Tony Blair.
  • Promoting Bilateral Relations: General Secretary Tô Lâm acknowledged Tony Blair's efforts in promoting Vietnam-UK relations during his tenure as Prime Minister and as Chair of the Tony Blair Institute.
  • Key Cooperation Pillars: Vietnam prioritizes cooperation with the UK in digital transformation, renewable energy, innovation, and governance.
  • Support for Initiatives: Vietnam is ready to facilitate specific and practical cooperation initiatives aligned with national development goals.
  • Policy Advice: Tony Blair expressed his and the Institute's readiness to provide policy advice on building a financial center, green energy strategies, and enhancing state governance through AI.

Natural Disasters in Central Vietnam

Severe Flooding and Landslides

• Unprecedented Rainfall: Central Vietnam is experiencing historic rainfall and flooding, with water levels exceeding previous records from 2020 and even the major flood of 1964.
• Impacted Areas: Cities of Hue and Da Nang are particularly affected, with widespread inundation of approximately 90 communes and wards.
• Casualties and Damage: As of the evening of the report, 22 people have died or gone missing, 22 have been injured, and extensive damage to rice paddies, crops, livestock, and infrastructure has occurred.
• Specific Flood Levels:
  • Five out of twelve flood monitoring stations have surpassed historical flood levels.
  • The flood on the Thu Bon River has exceeded the level of the 1964 "Great Flood."
• Causes of Flooding: A combination of weather patterns, including easterly disturbances, cold air, and the intertropical convergence zone.
• Infrastructure Damage: Numerous sections of the Ho Chi Minh Highway passing through Hue and Da Nang have experienced landslides and flooding, causing traffic disruptions.
• Shifting Rainfall Patterns: Heavy rainfall has shifted northward, with significant rainfall recorded in Ha Tinh (up to 394 mm), causing flooding in Vung Ang.
• Forecasted Rainfall: Heavy rain is expected from Nghe An to northern Quang Tri from November 1st to November 3rd, with rainfall ranging from 200-400 mm, and in some areas, exceeding 700 mm, potentially accompanied by other hazards.

Disaster Relief and Rescue Operations

• Military Mobilization: The Air Defense-Air Force Command mobilized transport aircraft from Brigade 918 to deliver relief supplies to flood-affected areas.
  • Aircraft Used: Casa C295 and Casa NC212i aircraft, with a payload capacity of over 9 tons, were utilized.
  • Relief Supplies: Over 5 tons of high-nutrition, water-resistant dry rations were transported to Da Nang Airport.
• Helicopter Support: Three search and rescue helicopters from Regiment 916 were prepared for deployment.
• Road Clearing Efforts: Heavy machinery is being used to clear landslides on National Highway 40B, but progress is slow due to the large volume of debris and ongoing landslides.
• Isolation of Communities: Thousands of ethnic minority households in the mountainous areas west of Da Nang are isolated due to landslides.
• Humanitarian Aid Delivery: Efforts are underway to deliver food and essential supplies to isolated communities, with soldiers and local forces carrying supplies on foot.
• Emergency Response in Hue: The Chairman of the People's Committee of Hue City issued an urgent directive to enhance drowning prevention and safety measures.
• Boat Accidents: Several boat capsizing incidents have occurred in Hue City, highlighting the dangers of navigating flooded areas.
• Rescue Operations: Military and police forces are conducting rescue operations, evacuating residents to safer locations and delivering food and clean water to those who cannot be moved.
• Specific Rescue Cases:
  • Six individuals stranded in a flooded area were rescued by police in Dan Dien commune.
  • Six people trapped in a melaleuca forest in Hieu Giang commune, Quang Tri province, were rescued by police after being isolated for over two days.
  • A woman suffering from high blood pressure in Hue City was transported to the hospital by police through flooded streets.
  • Two individuals were transported to the hospital by a specialized crane vehicle through flooded areas.
  • Three seriously injured individuals in Tra Tan commune, Da Nang, were carried by rescuers through 10 landslide points on National Highway 40B to a medical center.
  • Three people whose boat capsized in Da Nang were rescued by the Central Mobile Police Regiment.
• Community Support: Volunteers, teachers, and local residents are providing meals and support to displaced families, demonstrating solidarity and mutual assistance.
• Floodwater Levels: Floodwaters on the Vu Gia and Thu Bon rivers in Da Nang are above alert level 3 and are expected to recede. In Hue, floodwaters on the Bồ and Hương rivers are receding slowly.
• Future Flood Forecast: A new flood is expected on rivers from Nghe An to Quang Tri from November 1st to November 3rd, with potential for levels to reach alert level 2 to alert level 3, and in some cases, above alert level 3.

International Affairs and Global Developments

Vietnam-UK Relations: A Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

• Historic Upgrade: The official upgrade of Vietnam-UK relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership signifies a new era of cooperation.
• Shared Values and Interests: Both nations share common ground on many international and regional issues and actively coordinate their positions in international forums.
• Future Outlook: The partnership is built on mutual respect, mutual benefit, and a forward-looking approach, with a strong emphasis on key areas like trade, investment, climate action, and security.

APEC Summit and Vietnam's Role

• APEC CEO Summit: President Lương Cường attended the APEC CEO Summit in South Korea.
• Ethical AI Development: He called for businesses to adhere to ethical values in AI application, emphasizing that AI's sustainability depends on societal trust and a human-centric approach.
• Key Discussion Points:
  • Lessons from industrial revolutions.
  • The responsibility of the Asia-Pacific region.
  • The role of the APEC business community.
  • Vietnam's development path in the new era.
  • Opportunities for cooperation with Vietnam.
• Vietnam's Contributions: President Lương Cường highlighted Vietnam's commitment to international integration, strengthening its internal capacity, and proactively contributing to global development. He assured businesses of a stable, safe, and conducive environment for investment and success in Vietnam.
• Areas of Cooperation: Vietnam is open to cooperation in AI, digital technology, energy, biotechnology, and smart cities.

International Crime and Fraud

• Online Fraud Ring Dismantled: Vietnamese police, in coordination with Cambodian authorities, arrested 59 individuals involved in an online fraud ring.
  • Modus Operandi: The group impersonated delivery personnel, police, and military personnel, using threats and sensitive video clips to extort money.
  • Scale of Operations: The ring defrauded over 8,000 people nationwide, with an estimated 300 billion VND (approximately $12 million USD) in stolen assets.
• Investment Scams:
  • Dak Lak Province: 26 individuals were prosecuted for defrauding over 140 billion VND from more than 1,000 people through online investment schemes.
  • Khanh Hoa Province: Five individuals were prosecuted for defrauding investors through a cryptocurrency investment platform named Bacomas.
• Impersonation Scams: A student in Hanoi was nearly defrauded by individuals impersonating Ministry of Public Security officials. The quick action of a gold shop owner alerted the police, preventing the scam.
• UK-Vietnam Cooperation on Fraud: The MoU between Vietnam and the UK on combating international fraud aims to strengthen collaboration in this area.

Global Events and Trends

• Hurricane Melissa: The hurricane caused significant damage and at least 29 fatalities across the Caribbean, including Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba.
• Gaza University Reopens: Al-Azhar University in Gaza reopened its doors to students for the first time since the ceasefire, offering a glimmer of hope for revival after years of conflict.
• Louvre Museum Theft: Five new suspects were arrested in connection with the theft of jewelry worth approximately 88 million euros from the Louvre Museum in Paris.
• US-China Trade Talks: The first direct meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded without a joint statement, but with agreements on tariff reductions, soybean imports, rare earth supply, and crackdowns on fentanyl.
• Russia's Poseidon Nuclear-Powered Drone: Russia successfully tested its nuclear-powered unmanned underwater vehicle, Poseidon, marking a significant advancement in its national security capabilities.
• Artificial Rain in India: New Delhi experimented with cloud seeding technology to combat severe air pollution, but the effectiveness remains a challenge.
• Thai Herbal Oil Recall: Over 200,000 bottles of Hong Thai herbal oil were recalled due to contamination with dangerous bacteria.
• Overwork in Japan: A Japanese government report highlighted the issue of overwork leading to thousands of mental health disorders annually, with the healthcare and social welfare sectors being the most affected.
• Biometric Technology in Brazil: Brazilian stadiums are implementing biometric technology (facial and fingerprint scanning) to prevent ticket scalping and enhance security.

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