Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong stressed the need to continue innovating, building and developing a modern, comprehensively strong diplomacy imbued with the identity of "bamboo diplomacy" in his remarks at the 32^nd National Diplomatic Conference that opened in Ha Noi on Tuesday.

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong speaking at the conference

Da Nang Party Committee Secretary Nguyen Van Quang chaired the city's broadcasting bridge point.

On behalf of the Party and government, the Party General Secretary recognised and highly praised the great and meaningful contributions of the staff working in foreign affairs in general and the diplomatic sector in particular.

Pointing to complex and unpredictable developments in the region and the world, he urged diplomats to keep a close watch on the situation to make accurate forecasts, especially those for external shocks.

The strength of the nation should go in tandem with that of the era, and the national interests should be in harmony with international missions and responsibilities, the national Party chief continued.

General Secretary Trong attached importance to solidarity and consensus within the entire Party, army and population, stressing that a sound foreign policy and the effective implementation of specific policies will contribute to creating high consensus in the political system, national unity, and international support.

He also underlined the necessity to stay consistent in principles and flexible in policies and strategies while performing diplomatic tasks.

He elaborated on the principles of national independence and socialism. He remarked that policies and strategies should be adjusted flexibly, noting Viet Nam stands ready to be a friend, and a reliable and responsible partner of all countries.

The Party leader noted that more attention should be paid to consolidating the apparatus and building a contingent of diplomats who must meet requirements in all terms of politics, morality and professional qualifications.

He expressed his belief that Viet Nam’s diplomatic sector will further grow in a modern and comprehensive manner, adhering to the “bamboo diplomacy” concept, and carry forward its pioneer role in national construction and defence.

Reporting by NGOC PHU - Translating by M.DUNG