Thu Phuong
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"One Plus One on Three Connects": Shared Vision for Sustainable Vietnam-Thailand Development
18/05/2025 08:14
On May 16 in Hanoi, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra co-chaired the Vietnam-Thailand Business Forum under the theme “One Plus One on Three Connects.” The event aimed to materialize the commitments to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and promote sustainable cooperation, particularly in the fields of economy, trade, and investment.
Compassion House - John Donovan Project Supports 10 Great Solidarity Houses in Tien Giang
16/05/2025 09:17
From May 12 to 14, the Tien Giang Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Cai Lay District and local authorities, held a handover ceremony for 10 Great Solidarity Houses to poor households and families facing housing difficulties.
35 Years of FES in Vietnam: Fostering Dialogue, Advancing Equity
14/05/2025 23:31
Over the past 35 years (1990-2025), the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) has made significant contributions to Vietnam’s socio-economic development by promoting policy dialogue, social justice, and sustainable development. In recognition of these efforts, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) presented FES with a Certificate of Merit from its Presidium during a celebration held in Hanoi on May 12 to mark the organization’s 35 years of operation in Vietnam.
Vietnam Through Australian Eyes: Land of Flavor, Warmth, and Timeless Charm
14/05/2025 16:02
According to The New Zealand Herald, Vietnam ranked as the ninth most popular travel destination for Australian tourists last year, with nearly 450,000 visitors making their way to this country.
Tzu Chi Grants Over VND 2 Billion to Support Disadvantaged Students in Hai Duong
14/05/2025 16:00
On May 10 and 11, the Hai Duong Union of Friendship Organizations, in collaboration with the Tzu Chi Foundation (Taiwan, China,) held a program to distribute aid under the initiative “Educational support for disadvantaged students in the 2024-2025 academic year.”
Vietnam-Austria Relations: Unlocking the Potential for Cooperation in Key Areas
10/05/2025 12:12
During a working session with Dr. Friedhelm Frischenschlager, former Austrian Minister of Defence, held on May 8 in Hanoi, delegates discussed the potential for cooperation between Vietnam and Austria. Organized by the Vietnam-Austria Friendship Association and the Austrian Embassy in Vietnam, the event opened up numerous opportunities for collaboration in the economic, educational, and cultural sectors.
RoK Navy Ship Pays Friendly Visit to Da Nang City
06/05/2025 08:48
On May 4, the Republic of Korea (RoK) Navy destroyer Kang Gam Chan, commanded by Colonel Kwon Yong Gu and carrying a crew of 296 officers, arrived at Tien Sa Port, marking the beginning of a friendly visit to Da Nang City, which will take place from May 4 to 6.
Vietnam’s History: Precious Legacy of Peace
04/05/2025 14:08
This is the message shared by Yoshioka Tatsuya, Co-founder and Executive Director of Peace Boat, in an interview with VietnamTimes magazine on the sidelines of the exchange program “Time for Peace: Writing the Next Chapter.” The event was jointly organized by the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), Peace Boat, and two Nobel Peace Prize laureate organizations, Nihon Hidankyo and the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province.
Continuing the Story of Peace: From Memory to Future Aspirations
02/05/2025 15:09
On April 30, the exchange program “Time for peace: Writing the next chapter” was held aboard the Peace Boat at the Ha Long International Cruise Port (Quang Ninh), bringing together peace-loving individuals from various countries. The event featured speakers reflecting on lessons from the past while spreading messages of peace, solidarity, and a future free of nuclear weapons.
Returning to Vietnam to Learn the True Meaning of Peace
02/05/2025 10:54
Frank Howard Joyce, who joined the anti-Vietnam war movement in the 1960s, returned to Vietnam for the fifth time as Head of the delegation of the US National Council of Elders on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Vietnam's national reunification. For him, each visit offers a deeper understanding of the strength, spirit, and value of peace as embodied by the Vietnamese people.
Latin American News Agency Prensa Latina Shares Story of Vietnamese Veteran’s 1,200km Journey Back to Former Battlefield
26/04/2025 12:36
On April 24, Latin American news agency Prensa Latina published a story about 76-year-old war veteran Tran Van Thanh, who is riding more than 1,200 kilometers by motorbike from Vinh City (Nghe An Province) to Ho Chi Minh City. His goal is to attend the 50th anniversary celebration of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025).
Vietnam Regards Development of Science, Technology, and Digital Transformation as Top Priority
26/04/2025 12:35
This is the statement made by Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung, Vietnam’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), at the 81st session of ESCAP held on April 24 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Spirit of Peace and Cooperation: Precious Asset of Vietnamese and US Peoples
19/04/2025 09:19
That was the message conveyed by President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son during a reception with a delegation from the Fund for Reconciliation and Development (FRD) and the National Council of Elders (NCOE) of the United States held on April 17 in Hanoi.
Vietnam Welcomes Record-High Number of International Visitors
09/04/2025 07:34
In the first three months of this year, Vietnam welcomed more than 6 million international visitors, a nearly 30% increase compared to the same period last year, marking the highest figure ever recorded. According to experts, visa policies and various attractive factors have contributed to the remarkable growth of Vietnam's tourism sector.
Ambassador Marc E. Knapper: US Continues to Support Quang Tri in War Consequences Remediation
06/04/2025 15:29
On April 2, a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by Deputy Minister Do Hung Viet and US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper paid a visit and conducted a working session in Huong Hoa District, Quang Tri Province. Speaking at the event, Ambassador Marc E. Knapper affirmed that the US would continue to support Vietnam, particularly Quang Tri Province, in addressing the consequences of war.
Fostering Vietnam-Laos Friendship in Celebration of Bunpimay Festival
03/04/2025 10:28
On April 2 in Hanoi, a delegation from the Vietnam-Laos Friendship Association, led by Nguyen Xuan Thanh, former Deputy Head of the Government Office and Vice President of the Association, visited the Embassy of Laos in Vietnam to extend their congratulations on the occasion of Laos’ Bunpimay traditional New Year 2025 (Buddhist calendar 2568).
Vietnam Sends 106-Member Team to Support Myanmar’s Earthquake Response
31/03/2025 10:43
A 106-member Vietnamese rescue delegation from the Ministry of National Defence and the Ministry of Public Security arrived at Yangon airport in Myanmar on March 30 afternoon to assist with earthquake relief efforts.
Youth as Peace Ambassadors and Bridges of Friendship
29/03/2025 15:33
This is the message shared by Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Dong Huy Cuong with delegates participating in an online dialogue titled “Shared Legacies, Shared Future” between US youth and students and their counterparts from Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand on March 28.
Trump’s 25% Tariff: "Seismic Shock" to Global Auto Industry
28/03/2025 16:18
Experts in the automotive industry predict that this latest move by the US could disrupt global trade and supply chains.
New Milestone in Vietnam-Singapore People-to-People Exchange and Cooperation
27/03/2025 10:50
On March 26 in Hanoi, under the witness of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong; Vice Chairman of the Singapore International Foundation (SIF) Lian Wee Cheow and Vice President - Secretary General of the Vietnam-Singapore Friendship Association (VSFA) Nguyen Duc Hung signed and exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of people-to-people exchange.
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