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ASEAN leaders' spouses experience Vietnamese culture in Hanoi

The spouse of Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung joined the spouses of the prime ministers of Laos, Cambodia and Thailand for a cultural visit to Hanoi's Temple of Literature.

Vietnam-Thailand ties at strongest point in 50-year history

The leaders of Vietnam and Thailand agreed to accelerate implementation of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during talks in Hanoi on June 8.

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul receives ceremonial welcome in Vietnam

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosted a ceremonial welcome for Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul during his first official visit to Vietnam.

First Southeast Asian party dialogue on ASEAN’s future held in Hanoi

On the morning of June 8, within the framework of the third ASEAN Future Forum (AFF), a dialogue titled “The Role of Southeast Asian Political Parties in Building the ASEAN Community” was held in Hanoi.

New mindset, vision necessary in marine development: Top leader

General Secretary and President To Lam has called for a fundamental shift in mindset and vision in marine development in the new period.

Vietnam welcomes Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet for official visit

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet arrived in Hanoi on June 8 for an official visit and participation in the ASEAN Future Forum, underscoring the growing partnership between the two neighboring countries.

ASEAN Future Forum grows into platform for regional vision

As regional leaders gather in Hanoi, the ASEAN Future Forum is evolving from a platform for ideas into a force helping shape Southeast Asia’s future.

Thai Prime Minister arrives in Hanoi for first official Vietnam visit

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrived in Hanoi on the morning of June 8, beginning his first official visit to Vietnam and participation in the ASEAN Future Forum from June 8-9.

Vietnam backs Laos' bid to become regional logistics hub

Vietnam and Laos have agreed to deepen strategic cooperation, including major transport projects and plans to establish a Laos-Vietnam Friendship University.

Timor-Leste PM arrives in Hanoi for official visit, 3rd ASEAN Future Forum

PM of Timor-Leste Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão arrived in Hanoi on June 7 afternoon, beginning his official visit to Vietnam and attendance at the third ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) from June 7–10 at the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.

Vietnamese PM hosts welcome ceremony for Lao counterpart

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosted a welcome ceremony in Hanoi on June 7 for his Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone, who began a three-day official visit to Vietnam and attendance at the third ASEAN Future Forum (AFF).

Regional leaders gather in Hanoi to shape ASEAN’s next chapter

The ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026 will take place in Hanoi on June 9-10 under the theme "Shaping Our Shared Future: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centered Development."

Vietnam to welcome Thai Prime Minister for ASEAN Future Forum

At the invitation of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will pay an official visit to Vietnam on June 8-9 and attend the third ASEAN Future Forum.

Paris archives preserve traces of President Ho Chi Minh’s journey

The survival of documents relating to Nguyen Ai Quoc’s years in France is due in large part to the often-unseen efforts of librarians, archivists and museum professionals.

Vietnam, Canada agree on economic cooperation direction for new period

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs at Global Affairs Canada Arun Thangaraj co-chaired the third meeting of the Vietnam-Canada Joint Economic Committee (JEC 3) in Ottawa on June 5.

Top leader seeks global support for Vietnam’s AI ecosystem development

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 5 received Eric Schmidt, former Chairman and CEO of Google, and a delegation of artificial intelligence (AI) experts who are on a working visit to Vietnam.

Vietnam shares vision, preparations for APEC 2027

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang underlined the importance of stronger coordination between APEC and other regional and global mechanisms in order to improve efficiency and optimise resources in addressing common challenges.

Vietnam responds to proposed additional US tariffs

Vietnam will continue engaging with the United States in a constructive and cooperative manner, based on existing trade commitments, to address outstanding differences, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson said.

Vietnam needs more modern, creative working class: Top leader

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has urged the Vietnam Trade Union to build a modern and robust working class, befitting its role as a pioneer in the nation’s industrialisation and modernisation process.

No Vietnamese nationals among victims of deadly hotel fire in India

The Vietnamese Embassy in India has confirmed that no Vietnamese citizens are among those killed in a major fire that broke out on the morning of June 3 at the Flourish Stay hotel in the Malviya Nagar area of south New Delhi.