As France marks Bastille Day on July 14, French Ambassador to VN Olivier Brochet spoke with VietNamNet about the achievements of France-VN relations during his three-year tenure, the milestones reached by the 2 countries & the opportunities ahead.

Vietnam and France have strengthened cooperation on next-generation vaccine technology as VNVC and Sanofi advance plans to localize vaccine manufacturing, supporting health security and biotechnology development.

In the heart of Paris, a Vovinam club has brought together people with a shared passion for Vietnamese martial arts and culture.

After completing the first 1,000km run from VN's northernmost point to its southern tip, French student Joal Paillaud says the greatest reward is not the physical achievement, but the warmth, generosity and hospitality of the Vietnamese people.

French Ambassador Olivier Brochet says AI should strengthen, not replace, human capabilities, urging greater emphasis on creativity, critical thinking and ethical responsibility.

The Dien Bien Phu Battlefield Historical Site continues to hold a unique and symbolic place for the Vietnamese people, the international community and Vietnam-France relations.

“Vive la Paix” (Long Live Peace) painting was created by Spanish artist Pablo Picasso in 1954 following the signing of the Geneva Accords and was published on the front page of the French newspaper L’Humanité.

As Vietnam and France deepen museum cooperation, experts are looking at new ways to tell the story of Dien Bien Phu to both local and international audiences.

More than 70 years after the Battle of Dien Bien Phu, a place once defined by conflict has become a powerful symbol of reconciliation and cooperation between Vietnam and France.

The survival of documents relating to Nguyen Ai Quoc’s years in France is due in large part to the often-unseen efforts of librarians, archivists and museum professionals.

The Global Connect Vietnam France (GCVF) association was officially launched in France on May 16 with the aim of connecting Vietnamese intellectuals, experts and entrepreneurs in France and Europe.

Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Truong Thang welcomed the elevation of Vietnam-France ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, saying it reflects both countries’ strong commitment to deeper cooperation.

French railway leaders say Vietnam’s North-South high-speed railway could cut travel time between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to under six hours, reshaping national connectivity.

Vietnam’s iconic Da Lat railway station and France’s Deauville-Trouville station have officially formed a heritage partnership linking two historic rail destinations more than a century old.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stands ready to support and create favourable conditions for international partners, businesses and organisations in effectively implementing projects in the country.

The Vietnam space was opened at the Foire de Paris on May 4 by the Vietnam Cultural Centre in France, marking the country’s continued presence at one of Europe’s most prominent trade and cultural events.

Vietnamese booths are drawing large numbers of visitors at the Paris Fair (Foire de Paris) – one of Europe’s largest trade fairs, which opened on April 30 in the French capital.

Ho Chi Minh City is emerging as an attractive destination for French investors, particularly in infrastructure, sustainable urban development and green transition.

The Vietnam–France Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is reflected not only in diplomatic, economic and cultural cooperation, but also in the fine friendship between the people of the two countries.