Thanh Luan
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Vietnam-Cambodia Enhance Connectivity Among Youth, Businesses, and Localities
26/05/2026 14:15
On May 25 in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association and the Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Association co-hosted the 4th Joint Conference. Youth connectivity, support for international students, business cooperation, and local-level exchanges were among the issues that drew significant attention from delegates.
Palestinian Friend with More Than 40 Years of Ties to Viet Nam Receives “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” Medal
21/05/2026 14:16
Having maintained close ties with Viet Nam for more than 40 years, Palestinian Ambassador to Viet Nam Saadi Salama was awarded the “For peace and friendship among nations” medal in recognition of his contributions to Viet Nam-Palestine people-to-people relations. The diplomat, who speaks Vietnamese like a native of Hanoi, said an important part of his thinking and identity was shaped in Viet Nam.
“Digital Front” - New Space for Reaching Out to, Receiving, and Responding to Public Feedback
13/05/2026 10:50
From a smartphone, many complaints and suggestions related to the environment, urban management, or daily life no longer have to wait for neighborhood meetings to be raised; instead, they are now sent directly to Zalo groups, fanpages, or online feedback portals operated by the Front. The “Digital Front” is therefore not merely about software or applications, but is reshaping how Front work reaches out to, receives, and responds to public feedback.
Five Key Priorities of the Vietnam Fatherland Front in the New Term
13/05/2026 10:30
On May 12, the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) for the 2026-2031 tenure officially opened in Hanoi. In his keynote address, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam emphasized that this Congress marks the beginning of a new development phase for the VFF, characterized by a new position, a new organizational model, and new tasks and requirements. He also stressed that the Front must truly serve as a place that unites the people’s will, reflects public aspirations, and protects the legitimate rights and interests of the people. The Party General Secretary and State President further highlighted five key groups of tasks for the VFF in the new tenure.
Proposal to Enhance Overseas Vietnamese Resources and Improve Effectiveness of People-to-People Diplomacy
12/05/2026 11:16
On May 11, at Discussion Center No. 4 of the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) for the 2026-2031 term, delegates proposed continuing to innovate people-to-people diplomacy activities in a more professional and substantive direction, while also developing mechanisms to effectively harness the resources of more than six million overseas Vietnamese, particularly intellectuals, experts, and entrepreneurs within the diaspora community.
The 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Holds Preparatory Session
12/05/2026 10:31
On May 11, more than 1,300 delegates attending the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) for the 2026-2031 tenure convened for a preparatory session at the National Convention Center in Hanoi.
“Few Countries Have Religious Solidarity Models Like Those in Vietnam”
09/05/2026 16:16
Training sessions held inside mosques with the participation of Buddhist dignitaries; community kitchens supporting people during the COVID-19 pandemic; and coordinated activities to care for HIV/AIDS patients in Hue are among the typical examples of interfaith solidarity and cooperation models in Vietnam.
11th National Congress of Vietnam Fatherland Front: Opening up New Phase of Comprehensive Development
05/05/2026 14:21
This was the statement made by Ha Thi Nga, Member of the Party Central Committee and Vice President-General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), at a press conference held on May 4 in Hanoi to provide information and introduce the 11th National Congress of the VFF for the 2026-2031 term.
Expanding Viet Nam-Venezuela Cooperation During Tenure of Ambassador Juan Carlos Fernandes Juaréz
25/04/2026 13:47
During his tenure, Venezuelan Ambassador to Viet Nam Juan Carlos Fernandes Juaréz promoted the signing of numerous important cooperation agreements, strengthened high-level exchanges, and expanded people-to-people interactions across various fields. In recognition of these contributions, on April 24 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations presented him with the “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” medal.
Legacy of Ambassador Jigjee Sereejav in Viet Nam-Mongolia Relations
25/04/2026 13:31
Significant strides in Viet Nam-Mongolia relations, from the elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Partnership to the signing of a visa exemption agreement and the expansion of people-to-people exchanges, bear the imprint of contributions by Mongolian Ambassador to Viet Nam Jigjee Sereejav. In recognition of these contributions, on April 24 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations presented the “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” medal to the Ambassador.
Vietnam-Cuba Foster Special Ties from Spirit of Girón
20/04/2026 10:18
On April 19, in Hung Yen, the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Meeting was held to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Victory of Girón. The event was jointly organized by the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association, the Hung Yen Provincial Party Committee, the Provincial People’s Council, the Provincial People’s Committee, and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hung Yen Province.
Keeping Vegetables Clean on the Red River Alluvial Flats
15/04/2026 14:48
From 2,000 square meters of abandoned land along the Red River, the clean agriculture model of Nguyen Thi Mai - Director of the Hong Ha Fruit and Vegetable Cooperative and Chairwoman of the Board of Vinh Ha Food Joint Stock Company (Phu Xuyen, Hanoi) has grown into a production-processing-distribution chain spanning more than 10 hectares. The model provides stable employment for over 30 local workers and supplies safe food to numerous schools and hospitals.
Mobilizing Foreign Non-Governmental Aid: From Connecting Resources to Co-creating Value
09/04/2026 15:09
In concretizing the directives and requirements of the leadership of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the People’s Aid Coordinating Committee (PACCOM) is implementing a “accompanying - co-creation” approach in foreign non-governmental aid cooperation. This approach helps align international resources closely with development needs and priorities, while enhancing the effectiveness of cooperation in a substantive and sustainable manner.
Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association Extends New Year Greetings to Cambodian Embassy in Vietnam
08/04/2026 11:15
On April 7 in Hanoi, on the occasion of the traditional Chol Chnam Thmay New Year of the Cambodian people, a delegation from the Central Committee of the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association (the Association), led by Le Van Tuy, Standing Vice President, paid a New Year visit to the Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Vietnam.
Innovating Emulation in Alignment with Political Tasks, Strengthening Coordination Across the Bloc
04/04/2026 19:12
On April 4 in Hanoi, the Bloc of socio-political organizations and Unions (the Bloc) convened a conference to review emulation and commendation work in 2025 and to launch the emulation movement for 2026. The conference was co-chaired by Ha Thi Nga, Member of the Party Central Committee and Vice President-General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Viet am Fatherland Front, and Nguyen Anh Tuan, Member of the Party Central Committee and President of the.
People-to-people Diplomacy to Create “Strategic Space for Development”
04/04/2026 16:38
On April 3 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations convened a conference to disseminate the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress on people-to-people diplomacy to its central-level member organizations, clarifying new requirements for this work.
Seminar on “People-to-People Diplomacy Activities Worldwide and Lessons for Vietnam”
01/04/2026 15:06
On March 31 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a seminar titled “People-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide and lessons for Viet Nam” to analyze international experiences and propose solutions to enhance the effectiveness of people-to-people diplomacy in the new context. The event was part of the national-level research project, “Studying people-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Viet Nam.”
Seminar: “Trends in Development of People-to-People Diplomacy Worldwide and Implications for Viet Nam”
31/03/2026 15:39
On March 31 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations hosted a seminar titled “Trends in the development of people-to-people diplomacy worldwide and implications for Viet Nam.” The event was held within the framework of the national-level research project “Studying people-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Viet Nam.”
Conference on Implementation of Resolution of 14th National Party Congress on People-to-People Diplomacy
31/03/2026 10:04
On March 30 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held an online conference with 30 provincial and municipal unions of friendship organizations to implement the Resolution of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam on people-to-people diplomacy.
Five Key Priorities to Enhance Effectiveness of Vietnam-Cambodia People-to-People Diplomacy
29/03/2026 08:08
On March 28 in Son La, the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association (the Association) held its 5th Executive Committee Conference for the 2021-2026 term, reaching consensus on key directions to enhance the effectiveness of people-to-people diplomacy in the new period, thereby contributing to strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship.
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