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PM welcomes diplomatic corps to Lunar New Year banquet

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse welcomed diplomatic corps to a banquet in Hanoi on January 13, sharing the best wishes in anticipation of the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Vietnam eyes collaboration with Rosatom for nuclear development

In a meeting with Rosatom’s Alexey Likhachev, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted Vietnam’s ambition to restart nuclear energy projects and strengthen its nuclear science capabilities.

Vietnam welcomes Russia’s PM Mishustin for landmark visit

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin has arrived in Hanoi, marking his first official visit to Vietnam as part of a two-day trip at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Historic visit by Russian prime minister aims to boost bilateral relations

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will make his first official visit to Vietnam on January 14, marking a symbolic milestone in the 75-year diplomatic relationship between the two nations.

Vietnam and Russia to sign cooperation documents this week

Vietnam and Russia are expected to sign some cooperation documents following talks and meetings between Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin and Vietnamese leaders during his official visit to Hanoi on January 14-15.

Vinh Phuc Party Secretary receives warning, two others expelled

The Politburo has issued a warning to Duong Van An, Secretary of the Vinh Phuc Provincial Party Committee, for misconduct during his tenure in Binh Thuan, while two other officials were expelled from the Party.

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Vietnam in January

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin is set to visit Vietnam from January 14 to 15, 2025, following an invitation from Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Vietnam and Laos launch 3-hectare Friendship Park in Vientiane

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone led the groundbreaking ceremony for the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Park, symbolizing decades of close ties between the two nations.

Vietnam considers joining BRICS based on alignment with foreign policy

Vietnam is evaluating potential BRICS membership to ensure compatibility with its foreign policy goals and national capacities, according to a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson.

Lunar New Year event bridges homeland with global Vietnamese community

President Luong Cuong and his spouse will lead traditional Lunar New Year activities with overseas Vietnamese as part of the Homeland Spring 2025 celebration.

Vietnam and Laos set sights on $5 billion bilateral trade target

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone co-chaired a landmark meeting in Vientiane, strengthening ties across trade, investment, and education.

Disciplinary action recommended for Vinh Phuc Party Secretary Duong Van An

The Central Inspection Commission has recommended disciplinary action against Duong Van An, citing violations of anti-corruption laws and Party regulations during his tenure as Party Secretary of Binh Thuan Province.

Khanh Hoa chairman and other officials face disciplinary action for misconduct

The Central Inspection Committee has disciplined Khanh Hoa Province Chairman Nguyen Tan Tuan and several other officials for violating Party and state regulations, emphasizing the importance of accountability.

General Secretary’s spouse hosts ASEAN women diplomats for cultural gathering

Mrs. Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of General Secretary To Lam, hosted a heartfelt New Year gathering with the ASEAN Women’s Circle in Hanoi, fostering solidarity and cultural exchange.

General Secretary To Lam affirms Vietnam's commitment to strengthening US ties

During a meeting on January 7, General Secretary To Lam praised U.S. stakeholders for their contributions to fostering Vietnam-US relations.

VN's unemployment insurance fund ready to support 100,000 affected employees

Vietnam Social Security confirmed that the unemployment insurance fund is sufficient to address benefits for public employees amid nationwide organizational reforms.

Vietnam People’s Army welcomes two new Deputy Chiefs of General Staff

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has appointed Lieutenant Generals Thai Dai Ngoc and Nguyen Quang Ngoc as Deputy Chiefs of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army, marking significant promotions for the commanders of Military Regions 5 and 3.

UN official praises Vietnam’s rise as a global technological power

During a meeting with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amandeep Singh Gill commended Vietnam’s leadership in science, technology, and innovation.

Vietnam to cut at least one-fifth of public workforce in major overhaul

The Vietnamese Government plans to reduce the civil service workforce by at least 20% as part of an ongoing administrative reform initiative aimed at streamlining the state apparatus while maintaining the quality of services.

National Assembly plans unlimited session time for key reforms in February

The National Assembly of Vietnam will convene its 9th extraordinary session in February without time constraints, prioritizing legal reforms to streamline government structures as directed by General Secretary To Lam and the Politburo.