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PM delivers keynote speech at policy dialogue on Vietnam’s global vision

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended and delivered a keynote speech at the policy dialogue on Vietnam’s global vision during the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland on January 16 (local time).

PM lands in Switzerland, starting trip to attend WEF Annual Meeting 2024

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and the high-ranking delegation of Vietnam arrived in Zurich, Switzerland, on January 16 morning (local time), starting a trip to attend the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.

PM’s visit to enhance traditional friendship with Hungary

Following his attendance at the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum, PM Pham Minh Chinh will embark on an official visit to Hungary, marking the two countries' first exchange of delegations at the PM level in the past seven years.

Prime Minister’s first overseas trip in 2024 holds great significance

The upcoming European trip of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to Davos, Switzerland to attend the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF-54)

Vietnam persistently follows “One China” policy: Spokeswoman

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang affirmed Vietnam persistently follows the “One China” policy while replying to the media’s question about the result of the election of the leader of Taiwan held on January 13.

Vietnam appoints 26 ambassadors, heads of diplomatic missions

President Vo Van Thuong handed over appointment decisions to 26 ambassadors and heads of Viet Nam's overseas diplomatic missions for 2024-2027 period and assigned tasks to them on January 9.

Vietnam, Indonesia target higher level of relationship

President Vo Van Thuong and his Indonesian counterpart Joko Widodo affirmed the importance the two countries attach to the bilateral strategic partnership, and agreed on the need to soon elevate it to a new height, at their talks in Hanoi.

Five Vietnamese officers assigned to join UN peacekeeping mission

The Ministry of National Defence held a ceremony in Hanoi on January 12 to announce and present the President's Decision approving the sending of five officers to the UN peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic and South Sudan.

Presidents of Vietnam, Indonesia enjoy martial arts performances

President Vo Van Thuong and his Indonesian counterpart Joko Widodo watched a martial arts and musical programme performed by athletes, soldiers, and artists of the Vietnam People’s Army in Hanoi on January 12.

Vietnamese, Indonesian leaders hail development of multifaceted cooperation

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo in Hanoi on January 12, during which the leaders highly evaluated the strong and dynamic development of the two countries’ cooperation in multiple areas.

VN sees outstanding successes in foreign relations in 2023

The great achievements in foreign relations in 2023 have brought potential and prestige in the international arena, turning Vietnam into an attractive rendezvous for countries.

Indonesian President arrives in Hanoi, beginning State visit to Vietnam

Indonesian President Joko Widodo and his entourage arrived in Hanoi on January 11 afternoon, starting a three-day State visit to Vietnam at the invitation of Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong.

Vietnam urges exclusion from US religious freedom watch list

Foreign Ministry’s spokeswoman Pham Thu Hang has conveyed Vietnam's regret and urged the US not to include Vietnam in the Special Watch List for religious freedom.

First police peacekeeping unit of Vietnam established

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) Office for UN Peacekeeping Operations held an inauguration ceremony for the Vietnam Police Peacekeeping Unit No.1 in Hanoi on January 11.

VN requests UN High Commission for Human Rights Office to correct information

Spokeswoman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on January 11 refuted the accuracy of the information about Vietnam’s human right commitments posted on the website of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Vietnam seeks cooperation in India’s strengths

VN wishes to foster cooperation with India and its Gujarat state in particular in the areas of the Indian side’s strengths and Vietnam’s priorities, Deputy PM Tran Luu Quang affirmed while addressing the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit.

Canada announces US$30 million grant to Vietnam’s development projects

The Canadian government has decided to provide a grant of US$30 million to help realise its development projects towards sustainable and inclusive growth, announced Canadian Minister of International Development Admed Hussen.

Vietnam to attend Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in India

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang will attend the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 to be held in the Indian state of Gujarat from January 9 to 12 at the invitation of Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat.

Draft amended Land Law likely to be approved next week

The National Assembly (NA) will consider the approval of the draft amended Land Law and the draft amended Law on Credit Institutions – the two extremely important bills – at its fifth extraordinary session scheduled to take place next week.

Vietnam, Bulgaria desire broader cooperation in new fields

Top Vietnamese and Bulgarian legislators met in Hanoi on January 8.