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Vietnam, US promote people-to-people exchanges

Knapper reaffirmed the US's commitment to supporting a strong, independent, prosperous and resilient Vietnam, while respecting each other’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, independence and political systems.

Vietnam re-elected to 2005 UNESCO Convention’s Intergovernmental Committee

This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee.

VN embassy issues urgent safety advice amidst escalating Israel – Iran tension

The Vietnamese Embassy advises the Vietnamese community living, studying, and working in Israel to strictly comply with directions from the Home Front Command and local authorities.

Vietnam activates response plans, ensuring safety for citizens in Israel, Iran

According to updates from the Vietnamese diplomatic missions in both nations, no Vietnamese casualties have been recorded to date.

Vietnam voices concern over escalating conflict in Middle East

Vietnam is deeply concerned about the escalating and complex conflict in the Middle East, which poses a serious threat to the lives and safety of civilians, as well as to regional and global peace and stability.

Party chief: Journalism is the Party’s enduring instrument of ideology

General Secretary To Lam emphasized that the Party will never relinquish journalism as its ideological weapon, recognizing its critical role over 100 years of revolutionary growth.

US-Vietnam tariff talks promising, 46% duty still avoidable

Permanent Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh has affirmed that Vietnam and the United States are engaged in ongoing tariff negotiations and pledged that “we will do everything to ensure the proposed 46% tariff on Vietnamese exports does not happen.”

Vietnam reimagines journalism in digital era at national forum

Officials and experts address AI, trust, and revenue as key challenges for modern media.

Vietnam – US reciprocal trade agreement negotiations make significant progress

During the negotiations, the US evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions.

Hanoi ceremony marks 50th anniversary of Vietnam-New Zealand diplomatic ties

New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.

Vietnam calls for swift global action to address Gaza, Middle East crises

Minister Counselor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen reaffirmed Vietnam’s principled and consistent stance on the Palestine issue, calling for an immediate and lasting ceasefire across the entire Gaza Strip.

Vietnam prepares evacuation for citizens in Israel, Iran amid conflict

At this afternoon’s regular press conference, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang provided updates on Vietnam’s citizen protection efforts amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Vietnam’s National Day parade to include naval and foreign forces

Vietnam’s 80th National Day to feature naval forces, foreign contingents, and modern military.

50 years of Vietnam-New Zealand diplomatic ties marked in Wellington

The Vietnamese Embassy in New Zealand held a ceremony in Wellington on June 17 evening to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries (June 19, 1975 –2025).

Deputy PM urges Vietnam, China to give priority to infrastructure cooperation

Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.

Vietnam pledges to promote gender equality at UN meeting

VN proposed priorities: narrowing digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities, context.

Vietnam, Indonesia strengthen anti-terrorism cooperation

Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.

Vietnam stresses rule of law at 15th annual East Sea conference

The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.

General Secretary: HCMC must lead with global vision after historic merger

Following the merger, the city's leadership mindset must align with global standards to realize its vision as a Southeast Asian megacity.

Vietnam steps up citizen protection amid Israel – Iran conflict

Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.