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Party leader’s spouse presents VN bookcase to Helsinki Central Library Oodi

The spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam, Ngo Phuong Ly, and the spouse of Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Suzanne Innes-Stubb, visited the Helsinki Central Library Oodi on October 21.

Vietnam launches action plan for peak month against illegal fishing

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision to issue an action plan for the peak month combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and promoting sustainable fisheries development.

Seminar debates peaceful settlement of territorial, border disputes

An international seminar on resolving territorial border disputes in a changing world was held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' National Boundary Commission in Hanoi on October 21.

Vietnam spreads Hanoi Convention spirit, acts for safer cyberspace

Online scams, deception, and manipulation are becoming an “underlying storm” threatening cybersecurity and social well-being in Vietnam, causing severe damage not only financially but also to people’s mental health.

Hungarian NA Speaker wraps up official visit to Vietnam

Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Hungary Kover Laszlo departed Hanoi on October 22, concluding his successful official visit to Vietnam from October 18 to 22, made at the invitation of Chairman of the Vietnamese NA Tran Thanh Man.

National Assembly debates three draft laws on education on October 22

As part of the 10th session of the 15th National Assembly, deputies on October 22 morning listened to proposals and verification reports on three draft laws concerning the education sector.

General Secretary To Lam to pay visit to Bulgaria

At the invitation of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, General Secretary To Lam and his spouse will lead a high-level Vietnamese delegation on an official visit to Bulgaria from October 22 to 24, 2025.

Lao Cai, China’s Dali prefecture step up economic, trade cooperation

In recent years, economic and trade ties between Dali and Vietnam have expanded robustly. In 2024, the prefecture’s total import-export turnover with Vietnam exceeded 140 million USD, accounting for 36% of Dali’s total goods trade.

Vietnam, UNODC strengthen cooperation in crime prevention

UNODC would continue close cooperation with Vietnam to encourage more countries to ratify and effectively implement the convention.

Vietnamese, Thai PMs discuss measures to tighten ties

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 21 held phone talks with his Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul to discuss ways to promote bilateral relations.

Party General Secretary holds talks with Finnish President in Helsinki

General Secretary To Lam on October 21 held talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, during which they exchanged views on major strategic orientations to further strengthen bilateral relations.

Vietnam, Finland issue joint statement on establishing strategic partnership

During the official visit of General Secretary To Lam to Finland from October 20-22, 2025, at the invitation of President Alexander Stubb, the Leaders decided to elevate Vietnam - Finland relations, established in 1973, to a Strategic Partnership.

Germany’s Hessen state ready to support VN in developing int’l financial centres

The German state of Hessen stands ready to work with Vietnam on developing international financial centres, especially in training, consulting, and investment promotion, Minister Timon Gremmels said on October 21.

PM calls on Japan's Gunma prefecture to scale up investment in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for Governor of Gunma prefecture Yamamoto Ichita in Hanoi on October 21, calling on the Japanese locality to expand investment in Vietnam.

Finland greets Vietnamese Party chief with welcome ceremony

Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly were welcomed at a ceremony hosted by Finnish President Alexander Stubb and his spouse at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki on October 21 morning (local time).

Vietnam to welcome South African President and UN Secretary-General

South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres will visit Vietnam this week.

Vietnam backs WMO’s early warning initiative: Ambassador

Vietnam stands ready to accelerate the national rollout of the EW4All roadmap in close coordination with the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and the broader United Nations system.

President Luong Cuong: Over 18,000 citizenship decisions in current term

Vietnam’s President reviews achievements in legal reform, diplomacy, and national defense.

Vietnam, Austria boost security, digital technology cooperation

Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen Le Quoc Hung led a delegation to Austria from October 16 to 19, aiming to foster bilateral cooperation in security, policing, crime prevention, digital technology, and residency management.

PM sends message to 16th UNCTAD session

VN remains steadfast in supporting the central role of the UN in maintaining peace, promoting cooperation, addressing global and universal challenges, including trade, investment, and inclusive and sustainable development, PM Pham Minh Chinh said.