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Vietnamese PM receives leaders of major enterprises of Indonesia

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 4 received leaders of major Indonesian enterprises, namely Ciputra, Traveloka and Modena, on the sidelines of the 43rd ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Vietnamese PM meets with IMF Managing Director in Indonesia

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva on the sidelines of the 43rd ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Jakarta, Indonesia, on September 4.

Foreign leaders congratulate Vietnam on 78th National Day

On the occasion of the 78th National Day of Vietnam, leaders of Laos, China, Cambodia, Cuba, Russia, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines have sent congratulations to Vietnamese leaders.

Vietnam rejects all claims of China in East Sea: Spokeswoman

Vietnam strongly reiterates its consistent stance on the sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spartly), and resolutely rejects any maritime claims of China that are based on the “nine-dash line” in the East Sea.

Vietnam refutes untruthful information about Khmer people’s situation

Vietnam refutes groundless and untruthful information about the situation of the Khmer people in the country, spokeswoman of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has said.

Vietnam protests use of force against fishing boats

Vietnam opposes any use of force against its fishing vessels operating normally at sea, threatening the life and safety as well as causing damage to the property and interests of fishermen.

President hosts ceremony marking 78th anniversary of National Day

President Vo Van Thuong and his spouse hosted a ceremony in Hanoi on August 31 marking the 78th National Day of Vietnam (September 2,1945 - 2023).

Vietnamese, Singaporean PMs meet with students in Hanoi

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong as well as their spouses on August 29 had a conversation with outstanding students from the Vietnam National University - Hanoi (VNU) on various matters.

State leader welcomes new ambassadors of Ireland, Italy, RoK, Lithuania

President Vo Van Thuong received the newly accredited ambassadors of Ireland, Italy, the Republic of Korea (RoK), and Lithuania who came to present their credentials in Hanoi on August 29.

Singaporean PM posts images of Vietnam trip on Facebook

Despite a busy schedule during his official visit to VN, Singaporean PM Lee Hsien Loong was able to share several photos of his meetings with VN senior leaders and photos taken by himself at sightseeing spots around Hanoi on his Facebook page.

US President Joe Biden to visit Vietnam next month

US President Joe Biden will pay a visit to Vietnam from September 10-11, revealed spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on August 29.

Spouses of VN, Singaporean PMs visit handicraft facility of disabled people

The spouse of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Le Thi Bich Tran, and the spouse of Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Ho Ching, visited the Vun Art Cooperative in Ha Dong district, Hanoi on August 28 afternoon.

Vietnam resolutely opposes Taiwan’s live-fire drills in East Sea

The organisation of live-fire drills in the waters around Ba Binh island belonging to Vietnam's Truong Sa (Spratly) is a serious infringement upon Vietnam's territorial sovereignty over Truong Sa.

Vietnam, Singapore eye comprehensive strategic partnership

PM Pham Minh Chinh and his visiting Singaporean counterpart Lee Hsien Loong agreed to consider upgrading the relationship between Vietnam and Singapore to a comprehensive strategic partnership in the time ahead, at their talks in Hanoi on August 28.

Vietnam and Singapore sign seven cooperation documents in Hanoi

Vietnam and Singapore signed seven cooperation documents in Hanoi on August 28 during Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s ongoing visit to Vietnam at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh.

Singaporean PM strolling Hanoi streets, trying local food

Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong tried Hanoi’s cuisine and took a stroll on the pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake at the heart of the capital city on August 27 evening right upon his arrival.

Singaporean PM begins official visit to Vietnam

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and a delegation from Singapore arrived in Hanoi on August 27, beginning a three-day official visit to Vietnams at the invitation of his counterpart Pham Minh Chinh. ​

Vietnamese dance group performs at Japanese festival

Vietnam's Nakama Yosakoi dance group performed at the 21st Harajuku Omotesando Genki Matsuri Super Yosakoi which opened in Tokyo, Japan, on August 26.

Vietnam’s report on SDG implementation announced

VNR shows the progress of SDG implementation in Vietnam, as well as difficulties and challenges facing the country, and policy priorities to speed up the progress.

Vietnam spares no efforts to implement Convention against Torture: officer

Vietnam has taken actions to effectively implement the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT), with achievements recognised and hailed by the international community.