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Vietnam, EU hold 4th Joint Committee meeting

The 4th meeting of the Vietnam - EU Joint Committee to implement the EU-Vietnam Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) took place on October 27 in Brussels.

Vietnamese medical workers give free medical examinations to locals in Abyei

The Engineering Unit Rotation said that it had just coordinated with the Pakistan Infantry Battalion to provide free medical examinations and medicine for local elderly, women, and children in the Goli area, Abyei.

The key to success of the Vietnamese Engineer Corps in Africa

The Vietnam Army Engineer Corps in Africa has impressed local people and officers with its achievements in task performance. The connection with locals has been the key to success.

Proposed extradition law to allow urgent apprehension of fleeing criminals

Vietnam is a party to 21 bilateral international extradition treaties, many of which include provisions for the urgent apprehension of subject individuals to extradition requests before the formal request is received.

Vietnam calls for more OECD’s policy recommendations

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested OECD give more policy recommendations to Vietnam at a meeting with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann on October 26.

Vietnam, RoK join hands to deal with jeep incident’s aftermath: Spokesperson

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on October 26 provided updates on the jeep incident at Cu Lan village tourist area in Lac Duong district, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong that killed four tourists.

Vietnam, Thailand agree to work towards higher level of strategic partnership

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara on October 26 agreed to work to elevate their countries’ strategic partnership to a new height.

Sixty-one Vietnamese citizens rescued from casinos in Myanmar

61 Vietnamese citizens have been identified so far among the nearly 200 foreign nationals rescued by Myanmar authorities from scam casino operations.

Vietnamese citizens in Israel advised to prepare for evacuation amid conflict

So far, Vietnamese citizens currently residing in Israel remain safe, according to the foreign ministry spokesperson

Vietnam appreciates Hong Kong’s visa relaxation: Spokeswoman

Vietnam recognised and highly evaluated the decision of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China) to ease visa rules for Vietnamese citizens, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has said.

Int’l conference on East Sea promotes mutual understanding: experts

The conference has contributed to promoting transparency, building a network of experts, and creating a platform to discuss regional issues.

PM urges Amazon to expand operations in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged online retail giant Amazon to further expand its operations in Vietnam while receiving Vice President of International Public Policy & Government Affairs at Amazon Susan Pointer.

Hong Kong to relax visa rules for Vietnam

Hong Kong started to relax visa rules for Vietnamese visitors from October 25, the Chief Executive announced in his policy address 2023.

Outcomes of vote of confidence in 44 high-ranking officials

The National Assembly on Wednesday held a vote of confidence in 44 high-ranking officials elected or approved by the legislative body. Below are the outcomes.

Vietnam commits actions for sustainable development at Global Gateway Forum

Vietnam is ready to cooperate with other countries to realise the sustainable development goal through sharing its potential and strengths, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said at the 2023 Global Gateway Forum in Brussels.

VN-Argentina agreement on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters approved

President Vo Van Thuong has signed a decision ratifying the Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters between Vietnam and Argentina, as recently proposed by the Government.

15th East Sea Conference opens in Ho Chi Minh City

The 15th East Sea International Conference themed “Luminate the Grey, Light Up the Green” opened in Ho Chi Minh City on October 15, with more than 200 delegates attending in person while nearly 250 others participate via teleconferencing.

Deputies discuss socio-economic challenges and strategies for 2023 and beyond

Over the previous six months, Vietnam has admirably overcome obstacles and made significant strides, setting the stage for socio-economic advancement. Vietnam continues to distinguish itself as a prominent player on the global economic landscape.

PM hosts UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received United Nations Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pauline Tamesis in Hanoi on October 24, on the occasion of the 78th founding anniversary of the UN.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha attends Global Gateway Forum in Brussels

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha will attend the first Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, Belgium from October 25-26, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Monday.