Party Chief called for combined efforts to fulfill national targets

He praised the remarkable achievements recorded in 2013 in spite of domestic and global difficulties and challenges, which showed the true strength of the great national unity bloc.

It is imperative we build on what has already been achieved to stabilize the macro-economy, control inflation, ensure social welfare, recover growth and improve the quality, efficiency and competitiveness of the national economy, Trong said.

Last year was also an eventful year for foreign relations, helping raise the country’s position and prestige in the international arena. In addition, progress was seen in the building of the Party and the political system and the fight against corruption and wastefulness, he said.

On this occasion, the Party Chief extended his deep gratitude to senior revolutionists, heroic mothers, Party officials and members, soldiers and people at home and abroad for their great contributions to the revolutionary cause of the nation over the past years, especially in 2013.

Trong also extended his best wishes to the population, reaffirming determination to build a stronger nation in which the people can enjoy a better life.