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UNESCO vows continued support for Vietnam’s heritage

Director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre Lazare Eloundou Assomo praised Vietnam as a trustworthy and responsive partner that takes UNESCO’s recommendations seriously and implements them effectively.

Vietnam to host UN cybercrime treaty signing in October

President Luong Cuong invites global leaders to Hanoi for a major milestone in international cybercrime cooperation.

Vietnam, US hold second round of trade negotiations

The second round of negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement between Vietnam and the US is being held in Washington, D.C. from May 19 to 22, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).

Vietnam's image introduced to Southeast Asia scholars in US

Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung highlighted the significance of the Southeast Asian Studies programme at SFS, describing it as one of the leading academic and policy-oriented training programmes in regional studies.

Laws are not to serve particular groups but for everyone: Party chief

Party General Secretary To Lam emphasised that institutional bottlenecks remain a major constraint on national development.

Party chief highlights four resolutions as pillars for Vietnam’s takeoff

Addressing a national conference in Hanoi on May 18 on the dissemination and implementation of Resolutions 66 and 68, the leader called for joint efforts to drive Vietnam into a new era — one of development, prosperity, and strength.

Foreign diplomats explore Con Son – Kiep Bac heritage site

The visit formed part of the “Discover Vietnam Day 2025” programme, jointly organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the People’s Committees of Hai Duong, Quang Ninh, and Bac Giang provinces.

Vietnam, Austria promote cooperation in high technology, innovation

The event brought together major technology firms from both countries, including Austria’s TTTech, Infineon Technologies Austria, and Dynatrace, as well as Vietnam’s FPT, VNPT, Sovico, and Genetica.

Party, State leaders pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh on his 135th birthday

They expressed their infinite gratitude and profound respect for President Ho Chi Minh’s tremendous contributions to the revolutionary cause of the Party and the nation.

Vietnam reveals costs for repatriating over 600 citizens from Myanmar

Authorities confirmed 681 Vietnamese were trafficked victims in Myanmar and detailed the plan and costs to bring them home.

Vietnam, Uzbekistan foster people-to-people diplomacy

Over the past five years, the Vietnam–Uzbekistan Friendship Association has made significant efforts in organising practical and meaningful people-to-people diplomacy activities.

Vietnam and Thailand open new chapter in bilateral ties with strategic upgrade

General Secretary To Lam hails elevation as historic as countries aim for $25B trade goal.

Vietnam and Thailand elevate ties to comprehensive strategic partnership

Vietnam and Thailand agree on major cooperation pillars through 2030 and beyond.

Vietnam hosts Thai Prime Minister in first visit in over a decade

PM Pham Minh Chinh welcomed Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra as the two countries reaffirmed ties and co-chaired the 4th Joint Cabinet Retreat.

NA deputies propose preferential policies for peacekeepers

Most deputies agreed on the necessity of enacting the law to improve the legal framework for Vietnam’s involvement in UN peacekeeping missions.

Vietnam reaffirms deeper participation in UN peacekeeping activities: Officer

Vietnam has deployed nearly 1,100 personnel to UN peacekeeping missions.

Vietnam, US review 50 years of peace and reconciliation

Rachel Stohl, Senior Vice President of Research Programmes at the Stimson Centre, said Vietnam and the US have gone from former foes to comprehensive strategic partners, and are working together for peace and for the benefit of their peoples.

Thai Prime Minister begins official visit to Vietnam

Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Hanoi on May 15, beginning her two-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Children in Belarus gift portrait to Madam Ngo Phuong Ly

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly received a touching gift from young Vietnamese learners in Belarus after presenting them with a bookcase of Vietnamese titles.

Party chief calls for continued dissemination of Constitution amendments

The assigned agencies must gather public opinions, ensuring that all feedback is recorded in accordance with the scope of the amendments to the 2013 Constitution for reporting to the National Assembly for consideration, said Party leader To Lam.