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Christopher Luxon’s visit to Vietnam: A milestone in bilateral relations

As New Zealand and Vietnam celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit is set to enhance cooperation in trade, education, and security, reinforcing a long-standing partnership.

Vietnam – Europe ties maintain growth momentum amidst global turmoil

As Vietnam and Europe continue to strengthen their partnership, both sides remain committed to building on their achievements while embracing new cooperation opportunities for peace and stability in the region and the world.

Vietnam firmly committed to multilateralism, international solidarity

Vietnam calls on the international community to reaffirm and strengthen its commitment to multilateralism, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN) has said.

Vietnam, Russia set cooperation directions at Hanoi political consultation

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang and her Russian counterpart A. Rudenko co-chaired a political consultation in Hanoi on February 21.

Vietnam, Russia celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties in Far East

The Vietnamese Consulate General in Vladivostok, Russia held a ceremony on February 21 to mark the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (January 30).

Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian PMs meet in HCM City

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Cambodian PM Hun Manet, and Lao PM Sonexay Siphandone reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening coordination in ensuring national security, national constsruction and development.

Truong Huy San to stand trial for abuse of freedom, democracy rights on Feb. 27

Between 2015 and 2024, Truong Huy San, born in 1961, gathered information and documents, drafted, and posted numerous articles on his personal Facebook page - Truong Huy San (Osin Huy Duc).

VN announces baseline for determining territorial waters width in Gulf of Tonkin

The Vietnamese Government issued on February 21 a declaration establishing the baseline for measuring the breadth of Vietnam's territorial waters in the Gulf of Tonkin.

Disciplinary warning given to Ha Nam’s former leader

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 21 signed a decision imposing a warning against former Chairman of the Ha Nam provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Xuan Dong for his violations and shortcomings in performing his duties.

New Zealand-Vietnam relations set to deepen as PM Luxon visits Hanoi

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will pay an official visit to Vietnam from February 25-28 at the invitation of PM Pham Minh Chinh. His visit coincides with the ASEAN Future Forum 2025, where he will deliver a keynote speech.

Delegations established to inspect Government, NA’s Party Committees

In a new directive, the Politburo has established inspection teams to oversee the Party Committees of the Government and the National Assembly, appointing top officials to lead the process.

Vietnam, Canada hold 3rd defence policy dialogue in Hanoi

The 3rd defence policy dialogue between Vietnam and Canada was held in Hanoi on February 20.

Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico assists 11 citizens after kidnapping

The Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico has provided support for 11 Vietnamese nationals recently rescued by Mexican police in a kidnapping incident that took place in Chihuahua state, near the US border.

Nguyen Van Duoc elected Chairman of HCM City People's Committee

Nguyen Van Duoc has officially taken on the role of Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee after securing 98.8% of the votes from council members.

VN & China to fast-track Hai Phong – Quang Ninh – Mong Cai railway construction

Officials from Quang Ninh and Guangxi held discussions to accelerate infrastructure development, including the strategic railway link that will enhance trade and regional connectivity.

Merging provinces&removing district-level administration: The path to progress?

Experts argue that eliminating district-level governance and consolidating provinces could create stronger economic zones and streamline government functions, aligning Vietnam with global trends.

VN prioritises strengthening ties with Cambodia: Prime Minister

The two leaders discussed a range of bilateral issues, including cross-border crime, citizenship for individuals of Vietnamese origin in Cambodia, and efforts to enhance border security and cooperation.

State President receives Cuban Foreign Minister

Cuban FM Bruno Rodríguez stated that the Party, State, and people of Cuba treasure the unwavering solidarity as well as spiritual and material support from their Vietnamese counterparts.

Vietnam, Cambodia reinforce security ties with 2025 cooperation plan

Border security remained a key focus, with both countries working closely to address border-related incidents and facilitate demarcation efforts along their shared land boundary.

VN advocates strong linkages between Indian Ocean, the Pacific, & East Sea

The increasing interdependence among nations poses an urgent need for joint efforts to deal with both traditional and non-traditional challenges, a Vietnamese diplomat noted.