Mr. Lam, who is also head of the Central Steering Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Integration, chaired the first meeting of the Committee’s Standing Board in Hanoi on Monday.
The top leader directed relevant agencies to prioritize strategic forecasting, improve the effectiveness of foreign affairs activities, and translate commitments into tangible projects, products, and market opportunities. Furthermore, he called for unified coordination and thorough preparation for upcoming tasks, including preparations for APEC 2027.
During the meeting, National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man underscored the importance of parliamentary diplomacy, which he said must be coupled with robust oversight of the implementation of international agreements, ensuring that high-level commitments are honored through concrete projects and tangible outcomes.
Meanwhile, Standing Member of the Party Central Committee Secretariat Tran Cam Tu stressed that foreign affairs and international integration must maintain strategic proactiveness and strengthen the nation’s strategic autonomy. He noted that various foreign affairs channels should continue to complement one another, creating further space for national development.
