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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.

UN Secretary-General backs Vietnam’s presidency of NPT Review Conference

Vietnam always values the UN’s support throughout its development and international integration, and looks forward to deepening cooperation across all pillars of the UN’s work, including peace and security, sustainable development and human rights.

RoK President, spouse conclude state visit to Vietnam

President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung and his spouse left Hanoi on April 24, concluding their successful 4-day state visit to VN at the invitation of General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse.

Top Vietnamese leader holds phone talks with Australian Prime Minister

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam on April 24 held phone talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.​

Vietnam, Argentina push for early preferential trade agreement with MERCOSUR

Bilateral trade stood at 4.27 billion USD in 2025, with Vietnam’s exports surging 68.7% to 876.7 million USD, while imports from Argentina fell 5.3% to 3.39 billion USD. Argentina is currently Vietnam’s third-largest trading partner in Latin America.

Top leader hosts friendship program for Korean President at Thang Long Citadel

General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse hosted a special friendship program at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel on April 24, marking the ongoing State visit to VN by President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea and his spouse.

Vietnamese, Korean leaders attend economic cooperation roundtable

It's time for Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) to elevate bilateral cooperation to a new level, from investment partners to partners in shaping the future together, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has said.

Vietnam stays ahead of fuel crisis to secure domestic supply: MoFA

VN has been actively rolling out a range of coordinated measures to ensure national energy security and prevent fuel shortages for production, business activities, and daily consumption, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

Vietnamese Embassy in Japan ready to take citizen protection measures

The Vietnamese Embassy in Japan is ready to take citizen protection measures following warnings of potential earthquakes and tsunamis, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said at a regular press briefing on April 23.

Vietnam, RoK seek more balanced 150 billion USD trade by 2030

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 23 suggested Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) coordinate in implementing measures aimed at lifting bilateral trade to 150 billion USD in a more balanced manner by 2030.

Vietnamese, Korean First Ladies visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

The Korean First Lady expressed her appreciation for the traditional Vietnamese 'ao dai' presented by Madame Ly, describing it as a graceful symbol of Vietnamese femininity and a fitting attire for cultural diplomacy engagements.

RoK First Lady experiences Korea Culture and Tourism Festival in Vietnam

First Lady of the Republic of Korea Kim Hea Kyung attended the Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2026 with a wide range of vibrant activities in Hanoi on April 23, as part of President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit to Vietnam.

Vietnam stays ahead of fuel crisis to secure domestic supply: MoFA

VN has been actively rolling out a range of coordinated measures to ensure national energy security and prevent fuel shortages for production, business activities, and daily consumption, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said.

Lao military collectives, individuals honoured with Vietnamese rewards

General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the VN People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence, attended a ceremony in Vientiane today to present the Independence Order & Friendship Order to Lao collectives & individuals.

Vietnam, Laos deepen cooperation in ethnic and religious affairs

Vietnam and Laos are advancing a new cooperation framework to strengthen collaboration in ethnic and religious governance.

Vietnam, Germany seek to strengthen labour cooperation

A workshop was held in Berlin on April 22 with a view to better connecting Germany’s strong demand for labour with Vietnam’s young and abundant workforce.

Minister calls for shift in leadership mindset across Party units

At a quarterly review conference in Hanoi, Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Dinh Khang stressed the need for Party committees to renew leadership thinking to meet rising demands.

Austria ready to cooperate with VN in strengthening UN peacekeeping capacity

Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang held a working session with Tobias Lang, Director of the Austrian Centre for Peace (ACP), in Vienna on April 23.

Vietnam, Russia review progress in archival cooperation

The Archival Committee of Saint Petersburg and the Archives Department of the CPV Central Committee Office held an online mid-term review to assess cooperation results since the signing of their partnership agreement in 2021.

Top leader holds talks with RoK President in Hanoi

General Secretary and State President To Lam held talks with visiting President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung in Hanoi on April 22, following a State-level welcome ceremony held for the guest.