At the invitation of General Secretary and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary To Lam will lead a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on a state visit to Laos on February 5.

In a rare exception, the government honors 49 special operations soldiers who died in covert missions during the resistance war.

HCM City will deploy helicopters and special vessels to ensure early voting for more than 4,500 citizens stationed offshore - including naval personnel and oil rig workers - as part of efforts to safeguard voting rights in special-duty conditions.

On January 30, on behalf of the Politburo, General Secretary To Lam signed the decision assigning 10 members of the 14th Politburo to join the Secretariat of the 14th Party Central Committee.

Top Vietnamese leaders met with EU Council President Antonio Costa, affirming a historic upgrade in ties and outlining a bold, multi-sector cooperation roadmap.

Vietnam and the European Union officially upgraded their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership today - a milestone in the 35-year journey since diplomatic ties were first established.

The Chinese President’s envoy visits Hanoi to extend personal congratulations to General Secretary To Lam and the 14th Party Congress.

Vietnam will work with the Board of Peace to implement the peace plan, end the Gaza conflict, and advance a two-state solution in line with international law and UN resolutions, said Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.

As part of his official visit to Vietnam, European Council President Antonio Costa, along with ambassadors from several EU countries, toured the construction site of Hanoi's metro line 3 and the historic Temple of Literature on January 29.

Diplomatic breakthroughs in 2025 show Vietnam stepping forward as a strategic, active contributor to international systems.

VN has called on countries that have yet to sign or ratify the Hanoi Convention to soon complete the procedures so that it can enter into force promptly and deliver practical benefits to the international community in combating cybercrime.

The Border Guard Command of Lao Cai province and the Honghe Border Management Unit, the Hekou Entry-Exit Inspection Station in China’s Yunnan province launched their 2026 joint patrol on January 28.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed a decision approving a pilot scheme to develop a smart border gate at the Mong Cai (Vietnam) – Dongxing (China) international border gate pair.

Impressed by Vietnam’s economic momentum, Swiss firms welcomed the establishment of the IFC in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang, and voiced readiness to share expertise.

President Antonio Costa’s trip signals Europe’s readiness to recognize Vietnam as a key partner in global and regional stability.

Ho Chi Minh City museum unveils special exhibit marking 53 years since the Paris Peace Accords with a tribute to one of Vietnam’s most iconic women.

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly and Madam Naly Sisoulith visited cultural sites in Ninh Binh, paying tribute to the shared heritage between Vietnam and Laos.

Representatives from Singapore, the UN, and several embassies commended Vietnam’s strategic direction and commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global cooperation, as outlined during the 14th National Party Congress.

The two leaders expressed their satisfaction with the positive progress in bilateral relations across multiple fields and the effective implementation of high-level agreements.

The New Zealand Embassy in Vietnam and World Vision International in Vietnam (WVIV), in coordination with the Lang Son Red Cross Society, on January 26 organised a programme to distribute aid to households affected by storms in Trang Dinh commune.