Prime Minister Le Minh Hung joined ASEAN and Russian leaders in Kazan as both sides marked 35 years of dialogue relations and looked to deepen strategic cooperation.

The US Embassy in Vietnam announced on June 18 that Jennifer Wicks McNamara has officially been sworn in as the United States ambassador to Vietnam, becoming the first woman to hold the position.

Vietnam’s top anti-corruption body has ordered intensified investigations into major cases linked to Long Thanh International Airport and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters project.

Vietnam reaffirmed its support for the peaceful settlement of disputes and conflicts as Prime Minister Le Minh Hung addressed the ASEAN-Russia summit in Kazan.

As Vietnam marks 101 years of Revolutionary Press Day, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam calls for a comprehensive transformation of journalism in the digital era.

The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) has established a comprehensive legal framework governing maritime activities, ensuring a balance of interests among nations.

Speaking at the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum in Kazan, PM Le Minh Hung outlined key areas for deeper economic and technological collaboration.

Vietnam’s long-term development strategy must answer fundamental questions about growth, values and national aspirations, Party Chief and State President To Lam said.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on June 17 presented the Friendship Order, one of the Vietnamese State’s highest honours, to Chea Kimtha, former Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam.

Ahead of July 27, Vietnam will receive around 30 keepsakes belonging to fallen soldiers, along with approximately 30 research and analytical dossiers compiled from declassified US documents.

A cultural programme entitled The Way of Learning was held at the headquarters of the UNESCO in Paris on June 17, highlighting the enduring values of Van Mieu (Temple of Literature) – Quoc Tu Giam and Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.

The Vietnamese community in Russia remains an important bridge strengthening ties between the two nations, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung said.

The 14th National Women's Congress for the 2026–2031 term opened in Hanoi on June 18, gathering 789 delegates representing women from diverse backgrounds, ethnic groups, religions, professions and social sectors nationwide.

Le Thi Thuy, a member of the Party Central Committee and incumbent president of the Vietnam Women’s Union, has been re-elected to lead the organization for the 2026-2031 term.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has called for continued efforts to build the Vietnam War Veterans’ Association into a comprehensively strong organisation capable of meeting the requirements of the country’s new development phase.

Senior Lieutenant General Be Xuan Truong has been unanimously re-elected chairman of the Vietnam Veterans Association for its eighth term, covering the 2026-2031 period.

Vietnam is shaping a new media development strategy that places greater emphasis on growth, innovation and sustainability alongside regulation in the digital age.

General Secretary and State President To Lam met 101 outstanding journalists, emphasizing that criticism must be fair and encouragement must be based on facts.

A proposal for Vietnam to open a Consulate General in Kazan emerged during Prime Minister Le Minh Hung's meeting with Tatarstan leader Rustam Minnikhanov as both sides explored new avenues for cooperation.

Russia's Republic of Tatarstan welcomed Prime Minister Le Minh Hung with a traditional bread, salt and sweets ceremony as he began his official visit to Kazan.