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Hanoi to host ASEAN Future Forum 2026 in mid-June

The third ASEAN Future Forum 2026 is scheduled for mid-June in Hanoi under the theme “Shaping a Shared Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred Development,” spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Pham Thu Hang said.

Vietnam affirms proactive, pesponsible, constructive spirit

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-level delegation of Vietnam arrived in Hanoi late on May 8, concluding their participation in the 48th ASEAN Summit held in Cebu, the Philippines on May 7–8.

VN puts forward proposals to address multidimensional challenges at ASEAN Summit

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung put forward three major proposals to help ASEAN effectively respond to increasingly interconnected and multidimensional nature of current challenges while addressing the 48th ASEAN Summit Plenary in Cebu, the Philippines.

Vietnam calls for stronger ASEAN unity, coordination ahead of 48th Summit

Deputy FM Dang Hoang Giang, Head of ASEAN SOM Vietnam, led a Vietnamese delegation to a series of ASEAN foreign ministerial meetings in Cebu, the Philippines on May 7 which finalised preparations for the 48th ASEAN Summit.

Vietnam seeks stronger cooperation with ASEAN nations, ADB

During meetings with ASEAN leaders, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern.

Prime Minister arrives in Cebu for ASEAN Summit

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Mactan-Cebu International Airport in the coastal city of Cebu, the Philippines, at noon on May 7, beginning their attendance at the ASEAN Summit.

Prime Minister leaves Hanoi for ASEAN summit in Cebu

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Hanoi on the morning of May 7 to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, from May 7 to 8.

VN enters the group of regional leaders in broadband telecom infrastructure

Vietnam has entered the group of regional leaders in broadband telecommunications infrastructure, driven by strong progress in 5G deployment, rapid broadband expansion and effective spectrum planning policies.

Vietnam assumes ASEAN Committee chairmanship in Copenhagen

Vietnam has officially assumed the rotating chairmanship of the ASEAN Committee in Copenhagen (ACC) for a one-year term starting May 2026.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung to make first overseas trip

At the invitation of Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr, Chair of ASEAN 2026, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will lead a high-level Vietnamese delegation to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, from May 7 to 8.

Vietnam co-chairs 14th ASEAN–New Zealand Joint Cooperation Committee meeting

Vietnam encourages New Zealand to continue its active engagement in both ASEAN–New Zealand frameworks and ASEAN-led mechanisms.

Gia Lai province hosts ASEAN Plus Photonics Symposium

Nearly 40 international scientists gathered at the ASEAN Plus Photonics Symposium on April 8 in Gia Lai province to exchange the latest research advances, emerging trends and future prospects in photonics and light–matter interactions.

ASEAN opens new export momentum for Vietnam

ASEAN is increasingly seen as a key pillar for Vietnam’s agricultural exports amid rising logistics costs and growing uncertainties in global transport.

Hanoi summit advances operation of ASEAN product safety portal

The Online Product Safety Summit in Hanoi on March 18, with participation from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and major e-commerce platforms, helped accelerate the rollout of an product safety portal for the bloc.

Vietnamese coffee chains emerge among Southeast Asia’s largest

Vietnam’s chain coffee has secured a position among Southeast Asia’s leading market, ranking third by value at an estimated 725 million USD and posting one of the region’s fastest growth rates at 27%.

Vietnam attends Cambodia–ASEAN Business Summit 2026

Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Minh Vu attended the Cambodia–ASEAN Business Summit (CABS) 2026 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from March 3–4.

Quy Nhon wins ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026

Quy Nhon in Gai Lai province has been honoured with the ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award 2026, marking the third time it has received this prestigious regional recognition.

Vietnam becomes RoK’s key export market in ASEAN

Vietnam has emerged as the Republic of Korea’s (RoK) key export market in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as the East Asian country seeks to diversify trade and reduce its reliance on the US and China amid global volatility.

ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting adopts Hanoi Declaration on digital cooperation

The 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN) has approved the Hanoi Declaration on digital cooperation, reaffirming the bloc’s goals and principles as outlined in the 1967 Bangkok Declaration and the ASEAN Charter.

Vietnam delegation joins opening of SSEAYP 49 with Japanese Prime Minister

The 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program opens in Tokyo, fostering dialogue and cooperation among over 180 young leaders.