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Vietnam proposes Canada recognize Vietnamese as an official minority group

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urges greater recognition for Vietnamese Canadians and stronger bilateral ties during high-level talks in Hanoi.

Party leader calls for decisive legislative breakthroughs for development

General Secretary To Lam has urged Vietnam’s National Assembly to be bold in confronting unprecedented issues and lead institutional reform to spur national development.

The General Secretary’s 10-word formula for fighting corruption and waste

Waste is no longer just an economic issue - it’s a political one. Vietnam takes a comprehensive approach to tackle it.

From policy to results: Vietnam's leadership pushes for real action in 2026

General Secretary To Lam has declared 2026 a year of "breakthrough action and tangible results" - a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s reform journey.

China and Vietnam enter a ‘second golden era’ of diplomatic relations

Ambassador He Wei describes 2025 as a transformative year, ushering in a 'second golden era' for China and Vietnam.

From defense to education, US–Vietnam cooperation expands in 2025

US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper has released a year-end message reflecting on 2025, spotlighting significant cooperation between the United States and Vietnam in a year that celebrated the 30th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations.

Vietnam urges citizens to reconsider travel to Venezuela amid crisis

In light of the escalating and unpredictable situation in Venezuela, Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a strong advisory urging citizens to reconsider any travel to the country at this time.

Vietnam supports Philippines with rice aid amid natural disaster recovery

Vietnam donates 2,000 tons of rice to the Philippines to support disaster recovery efforts, as Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosts Ambassador Montealegre for farewell meeting.

Vietnam voices concern about developments in Venezuela

Vietnam expressed concern over the situation in Venezuela and called on all parties to exercise restraint and resolve disputes and differences based on international law.

VN sets remittance record of over $16 billion in 2025, says Foreign Minister

In a year of robust international engagement, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung announced that remittances sent to Vietnam exceeded $16 billion in 2025 - a historic record and vital resource for national development.

Vietnam’s National Assembly breaks records in 2025 with landmark reforms

A breakthrough year for Vietnam’s parliament: 89 laws passed, new national programs launched, and major reforms underway.

Ho Chi Minh City faces 101 unresolved issues in 2026, Party watchdog warns

City leaders urged to settle high-priority challenges post-merger, as Party discipline tightens.

Vietnam’s top leader issues three strategic questions for 2026 reform

As Vietnam moves into 2026, Party General Secretary To Lam has laid out a bold roadmap for the nation’s digital and technological transformation, calling for decisive execution and real-world outcomes - not bureaucratic procedures.

Hanoi to host 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers’ Meeting in January

The 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers Meeting (ADGMIN) is scheduled to take place in Hanoi from January 12-16, 2026, according to the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Fourteen new laws, one ordinance made public

The Presidential Office held a press conference on December 31 to announce the State President’s order promulgating 14 laws and one ordinance adopted by the 15th-tenure National Assembly and its Standing Committee.

Vietnamese female officer makes history with UN security post

For the first time, a Vietnamese female officer has been selected for a post at a United Nations liaison office, marking a historic milestone in Vietnam’s growing role in global peacekeeping.

Party chief’s conclusion on science-technology, digital transformation announced

After one year, both awareness and action across the political system have improved, underscoring the Resolution’s timeliness and effectiveness in removing bottlenecks and driving development.

Remains of Vietnamese fallen soldiers, experts repatriated from Laos

The remains were repatriated from Oudomxay province through Tay Trang International Border Gate to Dien Bien province.

VN forges ahead confidently into new era with wisdom, resilience: Party chief

Combating corruption, wastefulness and negative practices is a crucial task, essential for preserving the Party’s credibility, upholding the rule of law, and, most importantly, maintaining the trust of the people, Party chief said.

Vietnam, Russia exchange invitations for official visits in 2026

Leaders of both nations have extended mutual invitations, signaling deeper ties in the coming year.