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Government leader expects technology transfer from Siemens

PM Pham Minh Chinh says he hopes that Siemens will transfer technology to help Vietnam develop the renewable energy industry, expand the electric vehicle market, and support digital transformation in all aspects of social life.

Vietnam seeks re-election to UN Human Rights Council

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has called on countries to support Vietnam's bid for re-election as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 tenure.

U.S. Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink to visit Vietnam

Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink will visit five Asian nations, including Vietnam, from February 23-March 4.

Four Vietnamese officers to depart for UN peacekeeping missions

The Ministry of National Defence held a ceremony in Hanoi on February 22 to present the President’s decision to send four military officers to the United Nations (UN) peacekeeping missions in the Central African Republic, South Sudan and Abyei area.

Outstanding policies to be developed for national defense industry

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue presided over a meeting on Hanoi on February 21 examining the bill on national defense industry, security, and industrial mobilization, with many outstanding policies to be introduced to develop the industry.

Vietnam attends Singapore Airshow 2024

A delegation of the Ministry of National Defence, led by Lieutenant General Pham Truong Son, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army, is attending the Singapore Airshow 2024 from February 20-25.

The path from former enemies to a comprehensive strategic partnership

February 3, 2024 was a special day: it marked the 30th anniversary of the US’s lifting of the trade embargo against Vietnam. The historic decision paved the way for the development of the bilateral relationship between Vietnam and the US.

State President offers incense to ancient king

State President Vo Van Thuong offered incense to King An Duong Vuong at the Co Loa special national relic in Hanoi’s outlying district of Dong Anh on February 20.

Two newly-adopted laws announced

The Presidential Office on February 19 announced the President’s order announcing two laws that were approved by the 15th National Assembly, namely the Land Law (revised) and the Law on Credit Institutions (revised).

Vietnamese naval ship joins multilateral naval exercise in India

Ship 20 of Naval Region 3’s Brigade 172 arrived in the Indian port city of Visakhapatnam on February 18 to participate in the 12th Multilateral Naval Exercise 2024 (MILAN 2024), according to the Quan doi Nhan dan newspaper.

Solutions proposed to intensify corruption fight in Vietnam

Combating corruption and negativity is a long-term, difficult, and complex struggle which is a special concern of all countries worldwide.

Bamboo diplomacy elevates Vietnamese position as new challenges loom

Vietnam has pursued bamboo diplomacy for several decades that proves effective in keeping the country steadfast and resilience amid global headwinds and in raising its profile in international arena.

Bright future and prosperity for Viet Nam in 2024: Australian Ambassador

The future of Viet Nam is very bright and prosperity is awaiting the nation as the year progresses. In 2024, the nation will gain both foreign policy success and economic success, noted Australian Ambassador to Viet Nam Andrew Goledzinowski.

Vietnam’s Tet festival in eyes of foreign diplomats

Foreign ambassadors have shared their feelings and interesting experiences about the Lunar New Year (Tet festival), the biggest traditional festival in Viet Nam.

Ambassadors share joys for Tet

With Tet (the Lunar New Year holiday) arriving, Canadian, Cuban, Indian, Norwegian, French and New Zealand ambassadors to Vietnam spoke about their excitement and their plans for the year ahead.

Military parade on Spratly archipelago on New Year’s Day

Vietnamese soldiers recently staged a military parade on Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago on lunar New Year’s Day, aimed at not only demonstrating power but also solidarity and determination to defend the sacred territory of the Fatherland.

Vietnam plays important role in UN's recognition of Lunar New Year

Vietnam, is one of 12 countries to have participated in the campaign to pass a resolution recognising the Lunar New Year as a floating holiday.

Traditional Tet dishes introduced to int’l friends in New York

At the event, the ambassador, his spouse, and staff members of the Vietnamese mission prepared and offered the country’s traditional and typical Tet dishes to the guests.

Italian Ambassador impressed with Vietnam's long-standing cultural heritage

Italian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Della Seta said that he needs to understand as much as possible about the beautiful country of Vietnam, ranging from its cultural heritage and natural landscapes to its people, lifestyle, and cuisine.

Party and State leaders pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh ahead of Tet

Leaders and formers leaders of the Vietnamese Party, State, National Assembly (NA), Government, and Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee laid wreaths in tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum on February 7 in Hanoi.