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Vietnam thanks global community for condolences over Party chief's passing

Vietnam has sent letters and messages to leaders of countries, international organisations, political parties and international friends to express gratitude for their heartfelt condolences over the passing of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Timor Leste President José Ramos-Horta set for State visit to Vietnam

Timor Leste President José Ramos-Horta will pay a State visit to Vietnam from July 31 to August 3, as both countries seek to deepen their historical ties and explore new areas of collaboration.

PM reflects on Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong's contributions to VN's development

PM Pham Minh Chinh has written an article to pay tribute to the legacy of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, saying that the country "has never had such fortune, potential, position and international prestige as it does today".

Biden remembers General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong with Nguyen Du's poem

On the evening of July 27, President To Lam, on behalf of the Party and State leaders, received US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who visited Vietnam to extend condolences and pay respects to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

US Secretary of State visits late General Secretary Trong's home to pay tribute

On the evening of July 27, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken led a delegation to visit the home of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong in Hanoi, offering condolences to his family on behalf of President Biden.

Over 252,000 mourners pay respects to General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

Memorial services for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong have drawn over 252,000 mourners, with services held in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and his hometown in Dong Anh.

General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong laid to rest forever

On the afternoon of July 26, after the memorial service at the National Funeral House, the coffin of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong was transported to Mai Dich Cemetery for burial.

Mourning ceremonies for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong held worldwide

Memorial ceremonies for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong have been held at various Vietnamese diplomatic missions worldwide, spanning regions from Africa and Oceania to Europe and the Americas.

Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong leaves imprint on “VN bamboo diplomacy”

The term “bamboo diplomacy” was first mentioned by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong during the first-ever National Conference on Foreign Affairs, held in Hanoi on December 14, 2021.

Welcoming ceremony held for Vietnamese Frigate Tran Hung Dao in Vladivostok

On July 24, the Vietnamese frigate Tran Hung Dao docked in Vladivostok, Russia, where it was met with a formal welcome by the Pacific Fleet. The crew will participate in cultural activities and explore the local maritime heritage.

President To Lam checks preparations for Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong’s funeral

On the morning of July 24, President To Lam visited the Mai Dich Cemetery in Hanoi to inspect the preparations for the state funeral of the late General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Cuban NA President to attends funeral of Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong

On July 24, the President of the Cuban National Assembly, Esteban Lazo Hernandez, and his delegation arrived in Hanoi to attend the funeral of Vietnam’s late General Secretary, Nguyen Phu Trong.

Eight key highlights of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's life and career

In memory of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, former Head of the Party Organization Department (Central Organization Committee) Nguyen Duc Ha shares eight remarkable points about the Party Chief's life and career.

State President’s order on promulgation of five newly-passed laws announced

The Presidential Office on July 23 continued to announce the State President’s order to promulgate five more laws passed by the 15th National Assembly at its recent 7th session.

Photos of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong evoke deep emotions

The books from the National Political Publishing House presents touching photographs of Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong, highlighting his genuine connection with the people and his significant moments in public and personal life.

Workshop talks Pope Francis’s 2023 letter to Catholic community of Vietnam

Participants exchanged views on how to help Catholics in Vietnam lead a better religious life and make more contributions to the society as well as the Church .

South Korean PM to attend funeral of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

The Office of the South Korean Prime Minister has announced that Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will visit Vietnam from July 24 to 25 to attend the funeral of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong.

Three provinces merge administrative units, reducing one district, 53 communes

On July 23, the National Assembly Standing Committee endorsed a major administrative overhaul for Nam Dinh, Soc Trang, and Tuyen Quang, aiming to streamline administrative units and address excess staffing issues.

US Secretary of State to attend funeral of Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong

The U.S. Department of State has announced that Secretary of State Antony Blinken will attend the funeral of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and extend condolences to the Vietnamese people.

Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong: Comprehensive and consistent views on human rights

General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has articulated a comprehensive and consistent view on human rights, asserting that socialism is the best system to ensure human rights for the Vietnamese people.