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Ho Chi Minh City honors Swiss heroes of 1969 Notre Dame protest

In a historic gesture, Ho Chi Minh City recognized two Swiss citizens for their solidarity with Vietnam during the war, symbolized by a flag-raising at Notre Dame Cathedral.

Russia-US Summit likely to take place in Vietnam

A high-profile summit between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump could happen in Vietnam, according to Konstantin Sukhoverkhov, a Russian international affairs expert.

State President receives US-APEC Business Coalition delegation in Lima

State President Lương Cường received a delegation from the US-APEC Business Coalition in Lima on November 14 afternoon (local time), on the occasion of his attendance at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week.

VN leader highlights message about trust in bright future at APEC CEO Summit

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong delivered a message about firm confidence in a bright future, while addressing the APEC CEO Summit 2024.

President Luong Cuong meets Lima mayor, receives token key

State President Luong Cuong met with mayor of Peru's capital Lima Rafael Lopez Aliaga on November 14, as part of his official visit to the country.

VN attends 35th APEC Ministerial Meeting in Peru

The 35th APEC Ministerial Meeting (AMM 35) convened on Thursday in Lima, co-chaired by Peru’s Foreign Minister Elmer Schialer and Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism Desilú León.

Cutting-edge weaponry showcased at Vietnam Defense Expo 2024

From December 19–22, Hanoi’s Gia Lam Airport will host a large-scale international defense exhibition, welcoming visitors of all ages for 1.5 days.

Vietnam, Peru issue joint declaration

Vietnam and Peru on November 13 issued a Joint declaration on the enhancement of bilateral relations on the occasion of the official visit to Peru from November 12-14 by State President Luong Cuong.

13th Ocean Dialogue explores new frontiers of high, deep seas

The Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV), in collaboration with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Institute in Vietnam, hosted the 13th Ocean Dialogue under the theme “Exploring New Frontiers of the High and Deep Seas" on November 14.

State President delivers policy speech at University of Chile

State President Luong Cuong visited and delivered a policy speech at the University of Chile in Santiago on Tuesday morning (local time) as part of his official visit to the Latin American nation.

Inspection commission proposes discipline on Transport Ministry’s officials

The Party Central Committee’s Inspection Commission convened its 50th session in Hanoi from November 11-13 under the chair of its head Tran Cam Tu.

Is institutional reform a sensitive issue? experts weigh in

Amid growing public interest in reforming Vietnam’s institutional framework, experts clarify the meaning of institutional reform and discuss its implications for economic progress.

President Luong Cuong welcomed by Chilean President Gabriel Boric in Santiago

Following a ceremonial welcome in Santiago, President Luong Cuong and President Gabriel Boric engage in discussions to explore opportunities for cooperation across economic, cultural, and strategic sectors.

Vietnam’s e-government framework gets upgrade

In 2024, vital national databases covering population, enterprises and insurance were completed, while other essential databases are being fast-tracked.

Prime Minister puts forth six contents for ACMECS’s breakthroughs

Vietnamese PM Pham Minh Chinh on November 7 put forth six contents to make breakthroughs in the Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) in the coming time when he addressed the 10th ACMECS Summit held in Kunming, China.

PM meets Chinese major firms

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had meetings with leading Chinese enterprises operating in the aviation and agricultural sectors in Kunming city, Yunnan province, on November 6.

Vietnam's President Luong Cuong to attend APEC 2024 in Lima

President Luong Cuong is set to undertake his first official overseas visit, during which he will travel to Chile and Peru and participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2024 Leaders’ Week.

Vietnam's high-speed rail: Moving forward with bold vision and clear purpose

After years of hesitation, Vietnam is making strides toward launching its North-South high-speed rail, a project that leaders envision as essential to national growth, connectivity, and global competitiveness.

Ministry outlines key tasks to develop cultural industries

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on November 5 issued a plan to carry out the Prime Minister’s Directive No.30, dated August 29, 2024, on the development of cultural industries.

Party chief’ emphasises building of streamlined, effective political system

Party General Secretary To Lam has freshly penned an article on building an elite, streamlined, strong, efficient, valid and effective political system.