political news

Update news political news

Vietnamese, Singaporean PMs discuss strengthening partnership

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held phone talks with Secretary-General of the People’s Action Party (PAP) and Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong on May 8.

Vietnam hands over wartime keepsake at defense policy dialogue

Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien presented a wartime keepsake - an American soldier’s military ID card - to Mr. John Noh, the Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense of the United States.

Vietnam, Slovakia promote cooperation in crime combat

The two sides discussed orientations for enhancing collaboration on the basis of a cooperation agreement on crime prevention signed between the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security and the Slovak Ministry of Interior.

Vietnam, Azerbaijan sign deals as Party chief visits Baku

The cooperation documents signed on the occasion of Party General Secretary To Lam's Azerbaijan visit reflect a broad and deepening partnership across multiple sectors.

Vietnam, US step up negotiations on economic, trade issues

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien called for the development of bilateral trade relations in a balanced, long-term, and sustainable manner, in full compliance with Vietnam’s international commitments.

Vietnam remains committed to UNCLOS: official

The 14th edition of the Ocean Dialogue, held by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, in partnership with the KAS and the Australian Embassy in Hanoi, was attended by approximately 130 in-person participants and nearly 50 online attendees.

Vietnam and Azerbaijan establish strategic partnership

Vietnam and Azerbaijan have established a historic strategic partnership during General Secretary To Lam’s visit, aiming to strengthen cooperation in all sectors.

VN, US boost ties with new UXO disposal training site launch

A new training range for explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) has recently been inaugurated in Hanoi’s outlying district of Ba Vi, marking another step in the US and Vietnam’s decades-long effort to heal the scars of war.

Madame Ngo Phuong Ly visits Paralympic center for the disabled in Kazakhstan

As part of the State visit to Kazakhstan by General Secretary To Lam, Madame Ngo Phuong Ly carried out meaningful activities that contributed to enhancing mutual understanding between the peoples of Vietnam and Kazakhstan.

Party Chief To Lam begins state visit to Azerbaijan with ceremonial welcome

General Secretary To Lam begins official visit to Azerbaijan, marking highest-level engagement since 1992.

Lavrov: Vietnam-Russia friendship flows like the Mekong, enduring and unshakable

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised the historic bond between Russia and Vietnam ahead of General Secretary To Lam’s official visit to Moscow.

Party Chief To Lam attends Kazakhstan’s Victory Day military parade

This morning at Independence Square in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse attended the military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War Victory.

Vietnam nominates candidate for international maritime court judge position

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announces Vietnam’s nominee for ITLOS judge term 2026-2035 during a meeting with tribunal president.

Vietnam attends WTO meetings on trade defence

The World Trade Organisation committees on trade defence held a series of meetings from April 28 to May 1, the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the UN, the WTO, and other international organisations in Geneva, Switzerland, announced on May 6.

Vietnam provides consular support after four citizens die in Taiwan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that four Vietnamese citizens were found dead in an apartment in Taoyuan City, Taiwan (China), on the night of May 3. Preliminary assessments suggest the incident was likely caused by poisoning.

Vietnam, Azerbaijan see potential for stronger trade ties

The upcoming state visit to Azerbaijan by Party General Secretary To Lam is expected to pave the way for significant breakthroughs, helping to foster more substantive and effective cooperation.

Party chief’s Kazakhstan visit opens up strategic space for cooperation

Deputy PM and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son said despite geographical distance, Vietnam and Kazakhstan have maintained strong traditional friendship and multi-faceted cooperation, which has grown robustly and effectively in recent years.

PM Pham Minh Chinh receives ITLOS President Tomas Heidar

PM Chinh affirmed that the sea is the most important space for Vietnam's survival, livelihood, and development.

Vietnam reaffirms commitment to peaceful use of outer space

Vietnam’s national strategy for space technology development until 2030 underscores the peaceful use of outer space for socio-economic development, technological innovation, and environmental monitoring.

Vietnamese Prime Minister holds phone talks with Australian counterpart

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a phone conversation with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on May 6, congratulating him on his Labour Party’s victory in the recent federal election.