vietnam-china relations

Update news vietnam-china relations

Vietnamese, Chinese defence ministers hold talks in Quang Ninh

The Vietnam–China Border Defence Friendship Exchange, since its launch in 2014, has become a bright spot in bilateral defence relations, evolving steadily in both scope and substance.

Contemporary ballet inspired by Vietnamese folk culture to debut in Hanoi

A contemporary ballet, Do (Poonah), inspired by traditional Vietnamese materials like paper fans, woven mats and do paper, will premiere at Hanoi’s Ho Guom Opera House on March 29, offering a fresh take on classical arts.

Vietnamese, Chinese ministers co-chair ninth conference on crime prevention

Vietnamese Minister of Public Security Gen. Luong Tam Quang and his Chinese counterpart Wang Xiaohong recently co-chaired the ninth ministerial-level conference on crime prevention and control, as part of Wang’s visit to Vietnam from March 15-17.

Vietnam, China hold 17th meeting of steering committee for bilateral cooperation

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the 17th Vietnam–China Steering Committee meeting in Hanoi on March 17.

10th VN-China Border Defence Friendship Exchange kicks off with packed agenda

Activities under the 10th Vietnam – China Border Defence Friendship Exchange officially got underway on March 18, launching a two-day programme aimed at strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries.

Vietnam seeks enhanced financial, banking cooperation with China

Vietnam’s finance minister Nguyen Van Thang met with ICBC President Liu Jun in Hanoi on March 17 to discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation, particularly in finance and banking.

Vietnam, China hold first 3+3 ministerial strategic dialogue in Hanoi

Vietnam and China launch the first 3+3 ministerial strategic dialogue in Hanoi, bringing together leaders of foreign affairs, defense and public security.

Vietnamese, Chinese FMs seek new breakthroughs in practical cooperation

A strategic discussion was held between Vietnamese Politburo member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Hanoi on March 15.

Vietnam–China committee meeting deepens bilateral ties

The Vietnam–China Steering Committee helps strengthen political trust and advance a more stable, practical partnership, said Vietnamese Ambassador to China Pham Thanh Binh.

Vietnam and China defense ministers to meet at border exchange

The 10th Vietnam-China Border Defense Friendship Exchange will bring senior military leaders together to deepen cooperation and reinforce ties between border forces.

Young people from VN-China border provinces join hands to build green future

The forum provided an opportunity for young participants from both countries to meet, strengthen friendship, and exchange ideas, united by a shared goal of sustainable development and environmental protection.

Vietnam, China open “green lane” for ambulance transfer on humanitarian grounds

On February 5, the Mong Cai international border gate border guard station said it had coordinated with China’s Dongxing Border Station to open a “green lane” for ambulances carrying emergency patients.

China’s top 15 tech firms join SBV 2026 in Hanoi

More than 60 companies from both nations convened at SBV 2026 to push for deeper cooperation in R&D and digital transformation.

Vietnamese Party chief's Special Envoy meets with top Chinese leader

Le Hoai Trung, Special Envoy of General Secretary To Lam, paid a courtesy call on Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on February 4 during his official visit to China.

Vietnamese, Chinese foreign ministers hold talks in Beijing

The two sides agreed to push bilateral ties toward greater substance and held in-depth discussions on measures for effectively implementing the high-level agreements and common perceptions in line with the six major orientations.

Prime Minister receives Chairman of China’s Texhong Group

PM Pham Minh Chinh on January 30 received Hong Tianzhu, Chairman of Texhong Group, calling on the Chinese textile firm to deepen its investment in Vietnam and expand into new sectors.

Special Envoy of Chinese President & General Secretary Xi Jinping visits Vietnam

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

Vietnam, China launch 2026 joint border patrol operations

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.

Vietnam to pilot smart border gate at Mong Cai-Dongxing international crossing

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.

Vietnamese, Chinese Party leaders hold phone talks

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam held phone talks with General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping on January 26.