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Vietnam helps position SEARP as regional cooperation pillar

In the near term, Vietnam will keep coordinating with the OECD to fruitfully carry out the bilateral memorandum of understanding, work towards establishing an OECD country programme for Vietnam.

PM explores Estonia’s heritage, port innovation

PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed collaboration with Tallinn’s port authorities, urging partnerships in technology, infrastructure investment, and expertise sharing to advance Vietnam’s port system in the spirit of mutual benefits.

Vietnamese PM meets President of Estonian Parliament

At the event, the Vietnamese Government leader thanked Estonia for its support during Vietnam's past struggle for national liberation and reunification as well as ongoing nation-building endeavours.

PM Chinh lands in Estonia, starts first official visit by Vietnamese leader

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh lands in Tallinn, launching the first-ever official visit to Estonia by a Vietnamese head of government.

Unplanned moments mark deepening Vietnam-France relations during Macron visit

An unexpected moment at the President Ho Chi Minh relic site highlights personal diplomacy and growing trust between France and Vietnam.

Vietnam and US accelerate tariff negotiations toward key breakthrough

Ministers from both countries stress urgency and goodwill in reaching a mutually beneficial agreement.

PM Pham Minh Chinh departs for pivotal trip to France, Estonia, and Sweden

Early this morning, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, Le Thi Bich Tran, departed from Hanoi, officially beginning a working trip to France, Estonia, and Sweden, accompanied by a high-level Vietnamese delegation.

Vietnam, Australia hand over SEARP leadership to Canada, Philippines

As co-chair alongside Australia for the 2022–2025 term, Vietnam guided SEARP through a turbulent period marked by the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and global supply chain challenges.

VN, US sign pact to bolster response to chemical, biological, nuclear threats

The deal aims to strengthen Vietnam’s preparedness for non-traditional security threats, mitigate damage, and build resilience against potential chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear incidents.

Vietnam’s PM to visit France, Estonia, Sweden for ocean summit and diplomacy

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse will attend the UN Ocean Conference and pay official visits to Estonia and Sweden.

When Vietnam and France forge a new strategic partnership

The relationship between Vietnam and France transcends mere trade, investment or education figures; it requires a distinct approach. Both nations serve as vital “gateways” for each other, connecting Asia and Europe.

Vietnam puts forward female associate professor for international maritime court

Associate Professor Nguyen Thi Lan Anh is Vietnam’s first-ever nominee for ITLOS judge for the 2026–2035 term.

Vietnam takes resolute stand in fight against illegal migration: Spokesperson

Vietnam is implementing the objectives set forth in the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM), following a national plan approved by the Prime Minister on March 20, 2020.

Hungarian President, spouse wrap up Vietnam visit

Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas and his spouse Nagy Zsuzsanna left Hanoi on May 29 evening, wrapping up a three-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong.

Vietnam urges peaceful dialogue between Cambodia and Thailand

Vietnam has expressed hope that Cambodia and Thailand will resolve their recent border dispute through peaceful dialogue, consistent with ASEAN solidarity and international law.

Vietnam reacts to US halt on student visa interviews

Vietnam’s Foreign Ministry calls for stable student visa issuance amid reported US suspension.

Vietnam and France see each other as strategic gateways

Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong outlines strategic collaboration across trade, tech, and culture.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with visiting Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas

The leaders agreed to continue to effectively implement the agreements between the two countries.

Indian navy ship INS Darshak visits Ho Chi Minh City

The Indian Navy’s ship INS Darshak, commanded by Colonel Praveen Thomas, docked at Saigon Port in the morning of May 29, beginning a friendly three-day visit to Ho Chi Minh City.

PM suggests raising Vietnam – Oman Investment Fund’s scale to 1 billion USD

PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed Oman raise the scale of the VN-Oman Investment (VOI) Fund to 1 billion USD while receiving Sheikh Nasser bin Suliman Al Harthi, Deputy President for Operations of Oman Investment Authority (OIA) in Hanoi on May 29.