Participating parliamentarians are set to exchange experiences, share initiatives, and build a strong network of cooperation, thereby making practical contributions to a stronger, more innovative, and prosperous ASEAN.

As an active member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Vietnam has fulfilled its commitments with initiatives recognised at both regional and international levels.

The HCM City Union of Friendship Organisations on August 25 hosted a gathering to celebrate the 58th founding anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the 30th anniversary of Vietnam’s accession to the bloc (July 28, 1995).

An event celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day of Vietnam, the diplomatic sector’s Traditional Day, and the People’s Public Security force took place in Washington DC, the US, on August 23 (local time).

Vietnam’s most advanced Coast Guard vessel, CBS 8001, arrived at Tanjung Priok Port in Indonesia on August 25 for an exchange programme with the Indonesian Coast Guard.

Deputy PM Le Thanh Long called for continued close cooperation from WHO in areas such as policy advice, workforce training, health policy communication, and disease prevention and control.

At the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s diplomatic service, former Vice President Nguyen Thi Binh is honored for her profound impact on the nation’s history.

Over the past 80 years, the diplomatic sector has overcome countless difficulties and achieved tremendous, historically significant accomplishments, making important contributions to the national construction and defence cause.

Leaders from Cuba, Russia, China, and others will attend the celebration, which also welcomes 50 overseas Vietnamese and dozens of cultural performers.

Vietnam’s diplomatic legacy, forged in war and refined in peace, continues to inspire global admiration as a symbol of unity, strength, and progress.

Deputy Prime Ministers of Vietnam and Russia held a phone call to discuss expanding cooperation, with a highlight being Russia’s proposal to build a modern school in Vietnam.

A life-saving operation has taken place at Quang Ninh province General Hospital this week when surgeons successfully performed laparoscopic surgery on a 35‑year‑old Philippine woman suffering a ruptured ectopic pregnancy.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and Panama Nguyen Van Hai on August 20 presented his credentials to Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero.

The National Day amnesty is a testament to the humane policies of the Party and State, the effectiveness of rehabilitation, and the balance of strict law enforcement with compassion in Vietnam’s governance.

The VN–Singapore Friendship Association HCMC chapter has played an active role in strengthening ties between the two nations by promoting cooperation in culture, education, economy, and trade.

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan have just wrapped up the state visit to Vietnam from August 18 to 22.

The Politburo decided to reprimand the Ministry of Health’s Party Affairs Committee for the 2025-2026 term (by February 2025), and expel several officials from Thanh Hoa, HCMC and former Kien Giang from the Party for their serious violations.

The two Deputy PMs agreed to push ahead with fruitfully implementing the signed documents and agreements, as well as the directions from the countries’ leaders, helping to further intensify the Vietnam – Russia comprehensive strategic partnership.

Vietnam will host a series of major events to celebrate the 80th anniversary of August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2), with strong international presence, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung on August 21 paid a courtesy call on President of the Thai Senate Mongkol Surasajja, who acknowledged progress in bilateral cooperation across all fields.