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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.

President Luong Cuong presents Vietnamese monochord to First Lady of Hungary

President Luong Cuong gifted a traditional Vietnamese monochord (đàn bầu) to Mrs. Nagy Zsuzsanna, First Lady of Hungary, during a cultural exchange marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Hungary.

VN attends int'l meeting of high representatives for security issues in Russia

A delegation of the Ministry of Public Security led by Minister General Luong Tam Quang attended the plenary session of the 13th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues in Moscow on May 28.

New Zealand, Vietnam expand timber trade partnership

The new agreement is expected to drive growth in the 2.68 billion NZD (1.59 billion USD) bilateral trade and expand the 48 million NZD worth of sawn timber New Zealand currently ships to Vietnam.

Vietnam treasures ties with Hungary: State President

President Luong Cuong stressed that the Hungarian President’s official visit is a significant event that contributes to creating a breakthrough in deepening and enhancing the effectiveness of the Vietnam–Hungary Comprehensive Partnership.

NA Chairman meets with visiting Hungarian President

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on May 28 afternoon met with Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas, who is on a three-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Luong Cuong.