
Many Proposals for Cooperation to Promote Vietnam-Brazil Parliamentary Diplomacy and People-to-People Exchanges
On August 19 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received the Brazil-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group led by its Chairman, Márcio Honaiser. Both sides affirmed the role of parliamentary diplomacy and people-to-people diplomacy in advancing the Vietnam-Brazil Strategic Partnership, while also putting forward a number of concrete cooperation proposals for the time ahead.

Enhancing Operational Effectiveness Following Organizational Restructuring
On August 18 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held the 13th Conference of the Standing Committee, 6th tenure, chaired by VUFO President Phan Anh Son and VUFO Vice President Nguyen Ngoc Hung. The conference was attended by members of the Standing Committee and representatives of several central agencies.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long: Viet Nam Peace and Development Council Is Key Organization in People-to-People Diplomacy
On the morning of August 16, at the 5th Congress for the 2025-2030 term of the Viet Nam Peace and Development Council, Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long attended and affirmed: The Viet Nam Peace and Development Council has effectively promoted its streamlined organizational model and its flexible, creative, and efficient working methods, becoming an important organization in people-to-people diplomacy.

Vietnam-Algeria Friendship Association for 2025-2030 Term: Promoting Economic Cooperation and People-to-People Exchanges
Focus
On August 12 in Hanoi, the Vietnam-Algeria Friendship Association (the Association) held its 4th National Congress for the 2025-2030 term to review activities from 2016 to 2025 and outline directions for strengthening economic, cultural, and people-to-people cooperation, thereby contributing to consolidating the friendship between the two countries. Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Tuong Van was elected President of the Association for the new term.
August 13, 2025 | 15:59

New Momentum for Vietnam-Myanmar Relations Through People-to-People and Economic Cooperation
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On August 11 in Hanoi, President of the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association Chu Cong Phung received Wai Linn, the newly appointed Chargé d’Affaires of Myanmar in Vietnam. The two sides agreed to continue close coordination to promote people-to-people exchanges and economic cooperation, thereby contributing to strengthening the friendship between the two countries.
August 12, 2025 | 16:55

Several Proposals to Enhance the Effectiveness of World Vision’s Operations in Vietnam
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On August 1 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son, received Doseba Tua Sinay, Country Director of World Vision International (WVI) in Vietnam. During the meeting, President Phan Anh Son put forward several proposals to improve the effectiveness of WVI’s project implementation in Vietnam in the time ahead.
August 02, 2025 | 10:34

Commemorating 72nd Anniversary of Moncada Barracks Attack: Vietnam, Cuba Strengthen Special Friendship
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On July 26 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association, Nhan Dan Newspaper, and the Cuban Embassy in Vietnam jointly held the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Meeting to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of the Moncada Barracks attack (July 26, 1953 - July 26, 2025).
July 26, 2025 | 16:39

Strengthening Structure, Expanding Partnerships, and Enhancing System-wide Effectiveness of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations
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On July 18 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a Conference on information sharing with its member organizations at the central level. The conference was chaired by VUFO President Phan Anh Son and Vice Presidents Dong Huy Cuong and Nguyen Ngoc Hung, with the participation of leaders and officials from VUFO’s departments and units, as well as representatives of central-level member organizations.
July 19, 2025 | 14:55

Supporting Foreign NGOs in Adapting to Restructuring of Administrative Units in Vietnam
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On July 17 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Committee for Foreign Non-Governmental Organization Affairs (the Committee) jointly held an information-sharing conference with foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The hybrid-format conference aimed to assist these organizations in adapting to the ongoing restructuring of administrative units in Vietnam, while also enhancing connectivity, information exchange, and activity orientation in the coming period.
July 17, 2025 | 16:43

Strengthening Cooperation Between Vietnamese Localities and Guangxi (China)
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On July 16, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received a delegation led by Wei Ran, Director General of the Foreign Affairs Office and President of the People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The two sides affirmed their strong commitment to consolidating and further deepening the sister-city and locality relations between Vietnam and China.
July 17, 2025 | 10:22

Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Hiep Elected President of the Vietnam-Brazil Friendship and Cooperation Association for the 2025-2030 Term
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On July 15 in Hanoi, the Vietnam-Brazil Friendship and Cooperation Association held its third congress for the 2025-2030 term. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Nguyen Hoang Hiep was elected President of the Association for the new term.
July 16, 2025 | 11:29

US Veterans Foster Reconciliation and Strengthen Vietnam-US Relations
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On July 11 in Hanoi, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Dong Huy Cuong received a delegation from the US Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), led by former Commander-in-Chief Larry Rivers.
July 12, 2025 | 16:02

Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Discuss Coordination Mechanisms Amidst New Context and Developments
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On July 8 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a conference to coordinate their 2025 work plans. The event was co-chaired by VUFO President Phan Anh Son and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ngo Le Van.
July 09, 2025 | 15:23

“For Peace and Friendship among Nations” Medal Presented to Iranian Ambassador to Vietnam
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On July 7 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) presented the “For Peace and Friendship among Nations” Medal to Iranian Ambassador to Vietnam Ali Akbar Nazari. The award recognizes the Ambassador’s active contributions to fostering the friendship and cooperation between the peoples of the two countries.
July 08, 2025 | 13:47

"For Peace and Friendship among Nations" Medal Awarded to Chilean Ambassador to Vietnam Sergio Narea
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On July 4 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a ceremony to present the “For Peace and Friendship among Nations” medal to Ambassador of Chile to Vietnam Sergio Narea Guzman, in recognition of his significant contributions to enhancing the friendship, people-to-people exchanges, and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Chile.
July 04, 2025 | 16:27

Proposal for World Vision to Expand Business Engagement and Apply Technology in Projects in Vietnam
Friendship
On July 2 in Hanoi, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Nguyen Ngoc Hung received Doseba Tua Sinay, National Director of World Vision International (WVI) in Vietnam. During the meeting, Vice President Nguyen Ngoc Hung made several proposals aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of WVI's future projects in the country.
July 03, 2025 | 11:15

Innovate, Professionalize, and Create a Courageous, Modern, and Effective People-to-people Diplomacy
Friendship
The Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations will continue to innovate, professionalize, mobilize the society to participate and create a brave, modern and effective people-to-people diplomacy in the era of globalization, Comrade Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, member of the Party Central Committee, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of the Fatherland Front, Central organizations, Vice President - General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front expressed her confidence when giving a speech directing the Congress of the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2025-2030 tenure on June 26 in Hanoi.
June 28, 2025 | 14:29

"For Peace and Friendship among Nations" Medal Awarded to Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam
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During his three-year tenure in Vietnam, Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Shawn Steil has significantly contributed to promoting the friendly relations between the two countries. In recognition of his contributions, on June 25 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a ceremony to award the "For Peace and Friendship among Nations" medal to Ambassador Shawn Steil.
June 26, 2025 | 23:27

Papelucho - Chilean Children Book Reaches Vietnamese Readers
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On June 24 in Hanoi, Vietnam Education Publishing House coordinated with the Embassy of Chile in Vietnam to organize the Launch Ceremony of the children book's series "Papelucho" in Vietnam. This event within the framework of cultural cooperation between the two countries, following the successful launch of the first translation in December 2024.
June 25, 2025 | 08:39

Substantive Cooperation Proposals to Strengthen Vietnam-Angola People-to-People Relations
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On June 20 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Angola to Vietnam Fernando Miguel. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged proposals for cooperation in the fields of economy, education, and local-level connections.
June 22, 2025 | 10:41

Three Proposals to Strengthen People-to-People Relations between Vietnam and Algeria
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On June 17 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria to Vietnam Azeddine Bechka. During the reception, President Phan Anh Son put forward three proposals to strengthen the relationship between the peoples of Vietnam and Algeria.
June 19, 2025 | 10:37

Korean Businessman Honored with ‘For Peace and Friendship among Nations’ Medal for Outstanding Charitable Contributions to Vietnam
Friendship
Over nearly 20 years of living and working in Vietnam, Jang Chin Hyuk, Chairman of the Board of Directors of DK ENC Vietnam Joint Stock Company, has actively engaged in charitable initiatives alongside his business endeavors. His contributions to various charity funds and programs have supported disadvantaged households, individuals affected by natural disasters and epidemics, as well as patients battling cancer and congenital heart disease. In recognition of his meaningful efforts, on June 18 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a ceremony to present him with the ‘For Peace and Friendship among Nations’ medal.
June 19, 2025 | 10:30

Positioning Vietnamese Values Abroad in the Digital and AI Era
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At the Senate meeting hall of the Hungarian National Assembly, more than 300 delegates representing women’s associations from 18 European countries attended the forum titled “Positioning Vietnamese Values Abroad in the Digital and Artificial Intelligence Era” on the afternoon of June 15th. The event was organized by the Vietnam Women’s Forum in Europe and co-sponsored by the Embassy of Vietnam in Hungary.
June 19, 2025 | 10:13
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