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Vietnamese team surveys hardest-hit area in Venezuela earthquakes

The Vietnamese rescue and relief mission comprising personnel from the military and public security forces arrived at its base in La Guaira state, the area most severely affected by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, on June 29 (local time).

Foreign affairs should better serve national development: Top leader

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam chaired the first meeting of the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration in Hanoi on June 30.

Tac Say beatification highlights Vietnam's spirit of harmony

Vietnam is set to host its first-ever Catholic beatification ceremony, with church leaders calling it a powerful symbol of national unity, religious harmony and hope for the future.

Hanoi vows swift action to deliver its 100-year development vision

Hanoi has unveiled its 100-year master plan alongside an ambitious investment promotion program, pledging faster implementation, better governance and stronger support for investors.

Australia pledges nearly A$100 million in aid to Vietnam

Australia will provide nearly A$100 million in development assistance to Vietnam during the 2026-2027 fiscal year, Ambassador Gillian Bird announced during a meeting with Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 29.

Minister presents gifts to ethnic minority households in Khanh Hoa

Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Dinh Khang visited respected community figures and disadvantaged ethnic minority households in Cam Hiep Commune, Khanh Hoa Province, during an official working trip.

Vietnam eyes harsher criminal sanctions for food safety violations

The Politburo has outlined a broad overhaul of Vietnam's crime prevention strategy, including proposals for harsher penalties for food safety offenses and stronger early-warning systems.

Vietnam dispatches special relief flight to earthquake-hit Venezuela

A special Vietnam Airlines flight departed early on June 29 carrying rescue personnel, search dogs and emergency supplies to Venezuela following the country's devastating earthquake.

Hanoi reveals ambitious 100-year vision with nine growth hubs

Hanoi officially unveiled its 100-year master plan on June 29, outlining nine strategic growth hubs and a long-term vision designed to remove development bottlenecks and attract new investment.

Vietnamese rescue team heads to Venezuela with one mission: Save lives

Having previously led rescue missions in Türkiye and Myanmar, Major General Pham Van Ty now heads another Vietnamese military deployment to support earthquake victims in Venezuela.

Vietnam dispatches military and police rescue teams to earthquake-hit Venezuela

Vietnam has dispatched military and police rescue teams, including search dogs, engineers and medical personnel, to assist Venezuela following a devastating earthquake that has claimed more than 1,400 lives.

Top leader’s letter honours Vietnamese family values

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has penned a letter to Vietnamese families on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Vietnam Family Day (June 28).

Vietnam proposes hosting 14th ICAPP General Assembly in 2028

Vietnam has proposed hosting the 14th General Assembly of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) in 2028 at the 45th Meeting of the ICAPP Standing Committee held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from June 24 to 28.

Sustaining indigenous cultural heritage in an era of globalization

Preserving the cultural identity of ethnic minority communities not only helps to conserve their distinctiveness but also creates a foundation for their sustainable development.

Belgian businessman appointed Vietnam’s Honorary Consul in Antwerp

The Embassy of Vietnam in Belgium held a ceremony on June 25 to present the decision appointing Philip Yvonne J. Van Gestel, a Belgian entrepreneur active in the fields of business and maritime services, as Vietnam’s Honorary Consul in Antwerp.

Party official offers congratulations on Hoahaoism’s 87th anniversary

The VFF Central Committee acknowledges and highly appreciates the practical and responsible contributions by the Hoa Hao Buddhist Sangha and its dignitaries and followers to the national construction and defence.

UAE grants visa-on-arrival for Vietnamese citizens

The UAE has expanded its visa-on-arrival scheme, allowing citizens from Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Kenya and South Africa to enter the Middle Eastern country without securing a visa in advance.

Vietnam voices support for Agent Orange lawsuit in France

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reiterated its support for victims seeking to hold chemical companies accountable for producing and supplying Agent Orange/dioxin used by the United States during the war in Vietnam.

Vietnam updates support for citizens affected by Russia mall fire

Vietnamese traders affected by a fire at the Sadovod shopping center in Moscow have resumed business after receiving support from local authorities and the Vietnamese Embassy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday.

Funeral arrangements announced for hero La Van Cau

Funeral services for Colonel La Van Cau, Hero of the People's Armed Forces, will be held on June 30 at the Ministry of National Defence Funeral Hall, No. 5 Tran Thanh Tong Street, Hanoi.