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Vietnam seeks deeper energy, industrial, aviation ties with US

Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung met with US energy, industrial, and aviation firms under the US–ASEAN Business Council (USABC) in Washington D.C. on February 2, the ministry reported on February 4.

Vietnam, US deepen energy ties with new cooperation agreements

Acting Industry and Trade Minister Le Manh Hung on February 3 witnessed BSR sign MoUs with leading US energy firms, marking a new step in bilateral energy ties.

Vietnam among GE’s five most important global markets: Chief Corporate Officer

Vietnam is one of GE’s top five global markets, Chief Corporate Officer Roger Martella told Acting Industry and Trade Minister Le Manh Hung during trade talks.

Vietnam intensifies business networking with US chambers, associations

The Vietnamese Trade Office's branch in Houston in January convened an in-person seminar with two US associations and representatives of THACO Industries Group, drawing more than 60 participants from businesses in both countries.

Phu Quoc has everything American travelers are looking for, says US Ambassador

Ambassador Marc Knapper, in a recent interview with VietNamNet, highlighted Vietnam’s premier island as an ideal fusion of natural beauty, luxury, and eco-conscious tourism-tailor-made for American travelers.

US Ambassador Marc Knapper awarded Vietnam’s Friendship Order

As his term concludes, Ambassador Marc Knapper receives Vietnam’s highest honor for fostering diplomatic and strategic ties.

Party chief To Lam hosts farewell meeting for US ambassador

General Secretary To Lam on Friday met US Ambassador Marc Knapper as the diplomat paid a farewell visit at the end of his tenure in Vietnam.

From defense to education, US–Vietnam cooperation expands in 2025

US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper has released a year-end message reflecting on 2025, spotlighting significant cooperation between the United States and Vietnam in a year that celebrated the 30th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations.

Farewell to Peter and Cora Weiss, devoted American friends of Vietnam

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Cora and Peter Weiss - longtime and loyal American friends of Vietnam - have passed away in the final days of the year.

US aid handed over to support central Vietnam’s post-disaster recovery

A ceremony took place in Gia Lai province on December 23 to present post-disaster recovery aid from the US Government to residents in several central provinces of Vietnam.

Vietnam, US vow to boost political, security, defence ties at 14th dialogue

The annual mechanism aims to review and set orientations for political, security, and defence cooperation, enhance mutual understanding, build trust, and drive the stable and substantive development of Vietnam - US relations.

Vietnam rejects US commission's unobjective, inaccurate religion assessments

Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang said in Vietnam, no one is discriminated against on the basis of religion or belief, and the activities of religious organisations are ensured in accordance with the law, she affirmed.

After tariff turbulence, Vietnam eyes fair trade deal with the US

A dramatic year of tariff tension between Vietnam and the U.S. is ending with a breakthrough: a mutual trade framework agreement.

Vietnam and the US repatriate remains of missing American soldier

This morning, at Gia Lam Airport in Hanoi, Vietnam and the United States held the 171st repatriation ceremony for the remains of a US serviceman missing in action during the Vietnam War.

US Navy ships begin four-day visit to Da Nang with over 2,000 sailors

Two US Navy warships carrying more than 2,000 sailors have docked at Tien Sa Port, launching a four-day goodwill visit to the central Vietnamese city of Da Nang.

American farmers want more access to Vietnamese market: official

The US is seeking greater access to the Vietnamese market, Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs in the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Luke J. Lindberg has said.

Vietnam photo, handicraft exhibition opens in US

A photo and handicraft exhibition showcasing Vietnam’s culture and the Vietnam – US relations opened in Washington D.C. on November 24.

Hanoi hosts Vietnam – US Friendship Festival

A Vietnam – US friendship festival was held in Hanoi on November 23 as part of celebrations of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (1995–2025).

US announces emergency aid for Vietnam following consecutive storms

The US has pledged an emergency assistance package worth 500,000 USD to support Vietnam in dealing with the devastation caused by Typhoon Fengshen and Typhoon Kalmaegi.

US state explores high-tech cattle farming cooperation with Gia Lai

Gia Lai province and the US state of Idaho are eyeing new opportunities for cooperation in high-tech agriculture, particularly in modern cattle farming.