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Vietnam, UK strengthen cooperation in combating human trafficking

Vietnam considers combating human trafficking a crucial task to protect human rights in accordance with international law, including international conventions on human rights to which Vietnam is a signatory.

Vietnam-Singapore relations poised for new heights

With economic collaboration on the rise, Vietnam-Singapore trade is projected to grow by around 10% annually over the next three years, while increased investment from Singaporean enterprises is anticipated.

PM holds dialogue with businesses from ASEAN

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a dialogue in Hanoi on March 4 with businesses from ASEAN member countries that are operating in Vietnam.

Vietnam People’s Air Force and mission to protect national skies

Following this direction, on March 3, 1955, the Ministry of National Defence decided to establish the Airport Research Department, marking the formation of Vietnam's air force.

Kyrgyz Prime Minister Adylbek Kasimalyev to visit Vietnam on March 6-7

As Kyrgyz Prime Minister Adylbek Kasimalyev visits Vietnam, both nations seek to enhance collaboration in key sectors, including agriculture and aviation.

Vietnam, Sweden promote parliamentary cooperation

A delegation of the Swedish parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs is on a working visit to VN from March 2 to 5 to enhance dialogues on issues of mutual concern, promote parliamentary cooperation and share experiences in policy development.

Vietnam nominated as Chair of 35th meeting of State Parties to UNCLOS

The Group of Asia-Pacific states at the United Nations (UN) last weekend agreed to nominate Vietnam for the position of Chair of the 35th meeting of the States Parties to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (SPLOS).

PM Pham Minh Chinh awarded honorary professor title by Tsinghua University

Tsinghua University honors Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh with an honorary professor title, recognizing his contributions to Vietnam’s economic and diplomatic progress.

Vietnam’s General Secretary proposes National Housing Fund, duty-free port model

General Secretary To Lam has proposed creating a National Housing Fund for affordable housing and exploring a duty-free port model to position Vietnam as a global logistics hub.

China’s military drill in Tonkin Gulf takes place within Chinese domain

The Vietnamese foreign ministry said on Thursday that China's live-fire drills in the Gulf of Tonkin this week were carried out within Chinese waters.

Vietnam attends Islam-Buddhism Summit in Cambodia

Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Minh Vu participated in the Islam-Buddhism Summit in Phnom Penh on February 27.

Vietnam, China Coast Guards conduct joint patrol in Gulf of Tonkin

The joint patrol, spanning from Point 1 to Point 9 along the demarcation line of the Gulf of Tonkin, covered a distance of 120 nautical miles.

Foreign ministry confirms Vietnamese citizens rescued from scam rings in Myanmar

Vietnamese authorities have been collaborating with their counterparts to investigate and prosecute Vietnamese citizens involved in criminal activities abroad in accordance with laws of both Vietnam and host countries.

Vietnam supports disarmament, non-proliferation of nuclear weapons: Ambassador

Vietnam calls on member states to uphold a sense of responsibility and political determination, enhance cooperation, engage in substantive and flexible dialogue, promote the inclusivity within the CD.

Vietnam, China launch new border crossing to enhance trade

The ceremony was jointly organised by the People’s Committee of Cao Bang province's Ha Lang district and China’s Daxin administration.

New Zealand PM wraps up Vietnam visit

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon left Ho Chi Minh City on February 28 evening, concluding his three-day successful official visit to Vietnam.

Commune-level public security officers to handle more administrative procedures

As part of the ministry’s new structure, district-level division of public security will be dissolved, and the ministry will take over five key state management tasks from various ministries starting March 1

HCM City eyes multifaceted cooperation with New Zealand

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc expressed his hope that PM Christopher Luxon’s visit will accelerate investment cooperation from New Zealand enterprises in the coming time.

Hungary wishes to strengthen parliamentary cooperation with Vietnam

Hungarian National Assembly Speaker László Kövér has expressed his desire to further enhance parliamentary cooperation between Hungary and Vietnam, particularly in sharing legislative experience.

Party chief outlines policies for socio-economic development

Party General Secretary To Lam outlined ambitious economic growth targets of at least 8% for 2025, laying the groundwork for double-digit rates in the coming years. He also provided orientations for digital asset and currency management in Vietnam.