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People-to-people Diplomacy to Create “Strategic Space for Development”
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.
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Four Proposals to Promote Viet Nam-Singapore Relations in Key Areas
On April 2 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Singapore to Vietnam Rajpal Singh. At the reception, President Phan Anh Son put forward four proposals to strengthen bilateral relations through people-to-people diplomacy, focusing on science and technology, finance, and modern governance.
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Information Sharing and Cooperation Orientation with Foreign NGOs in 2026
On April 2 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Committee for Foreign Non-Governmental Organization Affairs, held the 2026 Information Sharing Conference with foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs), aiming to promptly provide updates and operational orientations for organizations working in Viet Nam.
55 Years of Vietnam-Chile Relations: Journey Built on Trust and Empathy
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On March 25 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Chile Friendship and Cooperation Association, in coordination with the Embassy of Chile in Vietnam, held a friendship meeting to mark the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Chile (March 25, 1971 - March 25, 2026).
March 25, 2026 | 18:30
Seminar on “Scientific Foundations of Viet Nam’s People-to-People Diplomacy”
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On March 20 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) convened a seminar titled “Scientific foundations of Viet Nam’s people-to-people diplomacy.” The event formed part of a national-level research project, “Studying people-to-people diplomacy worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Viet Nam.”
March 21, 2026 | 07:09
Factors Influencing People-to-People Diplomacy in the New Context
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On March 10 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) hosted a seminar titled “Factors influencing people-to-people diplomacy around the world in the new context.” The event was held within the framework of the national-level research project “Studying people-to-people diplomacy worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Vietnam.”
March 11, 2026 | 09:16
PACCOM and Vietnam Foundation Promote Digital Education in Border-Area Schools
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On March 6 in Hanoi, the People’s Aid Coordinating Committee (PACCOM) and the Vietnam Foundation (United States) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation in implementing the Khan Academy Vietnam program at 248 multi-level schools located in border communes and several other localities coordinated by the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations.
March 08, 2026 | 18:21
People-to-People Diplomacy: Change to Reach Further
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Spring is always a season of new beginnings and hope. With a 75-year tradition as its foundation, under the leadership of the Party, the State, and the Viet Nam Fatherland Front, and with the determination of the entire system, Viet Nam’s people-to-people diplomacy possesses all the necessary conditions to undertake a strong transformation: changing to elevate capacity, changing to adapt, changing to proactively open new spaces for cooperation, and to reach further in its mission of connecting the people of Viet Nam with peoples around the world.
February 17, 2026 | 07:05
Outstanding Highlights of Viet Nam’s People-to-People Diplomacy in 2025
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The year 2025 marked a dynamic and effective period for Viet Nam’s people-to-people diplomacy. Amid complex developments in the global and regional landscape, the activities of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) were implemented with clear innovations in mindset, approaches, content, and methods. These efforts contributed to expanding cooperation and spreading Viet Nam’s values of peace and humanity to the international community, affirming its role as a pillar of Viet Nam’s comprehensive and modern diplomacy.
February 16, 2026 | 19:19
Promoting People-to-People Cooperation on the Occasion of the 55th Anniversary of Vietnam-Chile Relations
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On February 10 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador of Chile to Vietnam Nasly Isabel Bernal Prado, who paid a courtesy call upon assuming her post in Vietnam.
February 12, 2026 | 09:15
Seminar on “The Scientific Foundations of People-to-People Diplomacy in the World”
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Within the framework of the national-level research project entitled “Studying people-to-people diplomacy in the world in the new context and proposing solutions for Vietnam,” the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations hosted a scientific seminar in Hanoi on February 11 under the theme “The scientific foundations of people-to-people diplomacy in the world.”
February 12, 2026 | 08:10
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations: Strong Renewal in New Stage of Development
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On February 6 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a meeting with retired officials to celebrate the Spring of the Binh Ngo Year 2026. At the meeting, current and former leaders and officials of VUFO across different periods exchanged views, offered recommendations, and reaffirmed their determination to accompany and uphold the Union’s traditions in order to meet new requirements of people-to-people diplomacy.
February 07, 2026 | 08:15
Recognizing Contributions of Ambassador Marco Farani to Promoting Vietnam-Brazil Relations
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During the tenure of Ambassador Marco Farani of Brazil to Vietnam, the frequency of high-level meetings and exchanges between the two countries increased markedly; Vietnam-Brazil relations were upgraded; and the quality of cooperation across various fields achieved new developments, becoming more in-depth and substantive. In recognition of these contributions, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) awarded the Medal “For Peace and Friendship among Nations” to the Ambassador on January 29 in Hanoi.
January 30, 2026 | 11:24
Recognizing Contributions of Two George School Teachers to Promoting Vietnam-US People-to-People Exchange
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On January 21 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a ceremony to present the Medal “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” to Croucher Benjamin James, Head of the Department of History and Social Sciences, and Salamoni Jr. Amedeo, Instructor of Ceramics and Sculpture and Director of the Anderson and Walton Gallery, George School (United States).
January 22, 2026 | 16:05
Memorial Service for Peter and Cora Weiss: Messengers of Conscience and Peace
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On January 15 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), in coordination with the Viet Nam-USA Society, hosted a memorial service for American peace activists Peter and Cora Weiss - close and faithful friends of the Vietnamese people - held in a hybrid format.
January 15, 2026 | 18:48
Strong Innovation to Enhance the Substantive Effectiveness of People-to-People Diplomacy in 2026
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On January 9 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) convened the 14th Conference of its Presidium, 6th term, to review the results of activities in 2025 and outline key directions and tasks for 2026.
January 10, 2026 | 10:17
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Reviews 2025 Performance, Sets Tasks for 2026
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The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a conference to review its work in 2025, set tasks for 2026 on January 6 in Ha Noi.
January 07, 2026 | 09:08
Deputy Foreign Minister Ngo Le Van: People-to-People Diplomacy Has Effectively Promoted Vietnam’s “Soft Power”
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This was shared by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ngo Le Van ahead of the 2025 Conference to Review People-to-People Diplomacy.
December 31, 2025 | 11:12
Vietnam-France Friendship and Cooperation Association: 70 Years of Nurturing People-to-people Ties
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On December 27 in Hanoi, the Vietnam-France Friendship and Cooperation Association held a ceremony to mark the 70th anniversary of its founding (1955-2025), reviewing the steadfast journey of a leading people-to-people diplomacy organization in connecting, fostering understanding, and building trust between the peoples of the two countries.
December 29, 2025 | 11:48
People-to-people Diplomacy Must Directly Nurture Viet Nam-Lao Strategic Connectivity
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The Viet Nam-Lao Friendship Association held its third Executive Committee Conference of the fifth term on December 26 in Ha Noi. Speaking at the conference, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son emphasized that people-to-people diplomacy must directly take part in nurturing and deepening the substance of “strategic connectivity,” a new framework in Viet Nam-Lao relations.
December 29, 2025 | 07:08
Many Practical Vietnam-Thailand People-to-People Exchanges to Be Held in 2026
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The Viet Nam-Thailand Friendship Association of Hue city held its fourth congress for the 2025-2030 term on December 26. Speaking at the congress, Nguyen Van Thanh, President of the Central Viet Nam-Thailand Friendship Association, said that 2026 will be of special significance as Viet Nam and Thailand mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The Central Association will coordinate with the Thailand-Viet Nam Friendship Association and local chapters to organize many practical people-to-people exchange activities between the two countries.
December 29, 2025 | 07:06
Vietnam-Saudi Arabia People-to-People Exchanges and Cooperation Hold Significant Potential for Growth
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On December 24 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Vietnam Mohammed Ismaeil A. Dahlwy, on a farewell courtesy visit upon the conclusion of his term of office in Vietnam.
December 24, 2025 | 15:30
Vietnam-Netherlands Friendship Meeting Through Film Frames and Historical Memories
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On December 23 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Vietnam-Netherlands Friendship and Cooperation Association, organized the Vietnam-Netherlands Friendship Meeting program. Through interactive activities and documentary film screenings, the event aimed to share information about the friendship between the peoples of the two countries, while promoting understanding and strengthening connections between the Association and its partners.
December 24, 2025 | 10:30
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