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Nguyen Duy Ngoc: Cadres who ‘dare to think and dare to do’ must be protected

The head of the Central Organizing Committee, Nguyen Duy Ngoc, has said that innovative and creative cadres need to be protected and provided with favorable conditions to develop.

Vietnam peacekeepers receive Australia-backed medevac training

The Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations under the Ministry of National Defence on June 18 organised practical aeromedical evacuation (AME) training for Level-2 Field Hospital No. 8, with support from Australia.

Vietnam has first judge at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Anh, Vice President of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, has been elected as a judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the 2026–2035 term.

Vietnam Coast Guard vessel visits RoK

Vietnam Coast Guard vessel CSB 8001 paid a visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) from June 15–19, reinforcing cooperation between the two countries' maritime law enforcement agencies and contributing to their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

FM highlights Vietnam's role in advancing ASEAN-Russia strategic partnership

Vietnam's high-level delegation, led by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, made significant contributions to the success of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of dialogue relations.

PM’s Russia trip highlights Vietnam’s role in advancing ASEAN-Russia cooperation

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s attendance at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of dialogue relations has reaffirmed Vietnam’s role as a key bridge between Russia and ASEAN.

Vietnam and US experts deepen cooperation in search for fallen soldiers

Ho Chi Minh City is expanding cooperation with American researchers and archival institutions as part of ongoing efforts to locate, recover and identify the remains of Vietnamese soldiers still missing from wartime conflicts.

Vietnam intensifies corruption crackdown with new case transfers

Vietnamese authorities have referred 13 cases showing signs of criminal conduct to investigative agencies as part of an intensified anti-corruption campaign.

Putin praises Vietnam's role as key Russian partner in ASEAN

Russian President Vladimir Putin has described Vietnam as a steadfast friend and one of Moscow's most important partners in Asia during talks with Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.

Vietnam backs stronger ASEAN-Russia partnership at anniversary summit

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung joined ASEAN and Russian leaders in Kazan as both sides marked 35 years of dialogue relations and looked to deepen strategic cooperation.

First female US ambassador to Vietnam officially sworn in

The US Embassy in Vietnam announced on June 18 that Jennifer Wicks McNamara has officially been sworn in as the United States ambassador to Vietnam, becoming the first woman to hold the position.

Long Thanh airport and Foreign Ministry headquarters cases under scrutiny

Vietnam’s top anti-corruption body has ordered intensified investigations into major cases linked to Long Thanh International Airport and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters project.

Vietnam calls for dialogue and peace at ASEAN-Russia summit

Vietnam reaffirmed its support for the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflicts as Prime Minister Le Minh Hung addressed the ASEAN-Russia summit in Kazan.

Vietnam’s revolutionary press in the digital age

As Vietnam marks 101 years of Revolutionary Press Day, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam calls for a comprehensive transformation of journalism in the digital era.

Vietnam promotes cooperation to ensure maritime safety, security

The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) has established a comprehensive legal framework governing maritime activities, ensuring a balance of interests among nations.

PM Le Minh Hung proposes new pillars for ASEAN-Russia partnership

Speaking at the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum in Kazan, PM Le Minh Hung outlined key areas for deeper economic and technological collaboration.

Party Chief & State President urges strategic vision for Vietnam’s next century

Vietnam’s long-term development strategy must answer fundamental questions about growth, values and national aspirations, Party Chief and State President To Lam said.

Former Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam awarded Friendship Order

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on June 17 presented the Friendship Order, one of the Vietnamese State’s highest honours, to Chea Kimtha, former Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam.

Vietnam to receive martyrs’ keepsakes and declassified US records

Ahead of July 27, Vietnam will receive around 30 keepsakes belonging to fallen soldiers, along with approximately 30 research and analytical dossiers compiled from declassified US documents.

Paris programme promotes values of Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam

A cultural programme entitled The Way of Learning was held at the headquarters of the UNESCO in Paris on June 17, highlighting the enduring values of Van Mieu (Temple of Literature) – Quoc Tu Giam and Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.