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Vietnam and Japan Strengthen Cooperation in Disaster Prevention and Response
Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (hereinafter referred to as the two Ministries) held a signing ceremony on the morning of September 5 in Tokyo to extend the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation for the 2026-2030 period
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Cuba Accompanies Vietnam on the Path of Development
“We have immense admiration and respect for the Vietnamese people. Cuba’s development today bears the great contribution of Vietnam’s comprehensive support. And the best way for us to reciprocate is to accompany Vietnam on its path of development.” This was shared by Victo Fidel Gaute Lospez, Vice President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), during a working session with the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations on September 4.
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Vietnam Marks 80th National Day with Gratitude to International Friends
International delegates from the RoK, Laos, Cambodia, China, Thailand, Japan, and others expressed deep emotions and strong impressions about the scale, professionalism, and profound meaning of the Celebration of the 80th Anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025), along with the “Meeting and Tribute to International Friends on the Occasion of the 80th National Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam.”
Boviengkham Vongdara: I am Impressed by Vietnam’s Growth and Spirit of Solidarity
Attending the parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and Vietnam’s National Day on the morning of September 2 at the historic Ba Dinh Square, Lao Minister of Technology and Communications, President of the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Association Boviengkham Vongdara expressed his emotion and deep impression of the growth, rich cultural identity, and solidarity of the Vietnamese people.
Tribute to International Friends: 80 Years of Companionship with Vietnam
On September 2 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant agencies, hosted a “Meeting and Tribute to International Friends on the 80th Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.” Politburo Member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and President of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front Central Committee Do Van Chien attended and delivered remarks at the event.
Article 3: Valuable Lessons
There are many valuable experiences in the practice of people-to-people diplomacy that we can and should inherit and promote in the current period.
Governor of Saint Petersburg Congratulates Vietnam on National Day, Commends Role of People-to-People Diplomacy
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2025), Governor of Saint Petersburg (Russia) A.D. Beglov sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son.
Rad Kivette: When an American Chose Vietnam as His Life’s Mission
From his youth in the US anti-war movement to a life-changing trip to Bac Ha (Lao Cai), Rad Kivette - now Chief Executive Officer and Head of the Representative Office of VinaCapital Foundation (VCF) in Vietnam - decided to sell his business and choose Vietnam as his second homeland. For more than two decades, he has devoted himself entirely to humanitarian projects, considering his bond with the S-shaped country as the mission of his life.
65 Years of Vietnam-Cuba Relations: Steadfast Friendship and a Shared Heartbeat
On September 1 in Hanoi, a solemn ceremony was held to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Cuba, with the participation of Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and his spouse; First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, President of the Republic of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and his spouse.
Petr Tsvetov: Passing on Future of Russia-Vietnam Friendship to the Younger Generation
Returning to Vietnam to attend the 80th National Day celebration at the invitation of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Vietnam - Russia Friendship Association, Petr Tsvetov, First Vice President of the Russia - Vietnam Friendship Association, brought with him memories of a country to which he has devoted his whole life, along with his hopes for the younger generations of both nations.
People-to-people Diplomacy: Guidelines of Historical Significance
People-to-people diplomacy is a unique creation and a valuable legacy of Vietnam’s foreign affairs, founded, guided, and directly carried out by President Ho Chi Minh.
Vietnam in the Memories of a Lao Friend
Returning to Vietnam to attend the 80th National Day celebration at the invitation of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association, Major General Somphone Keomixay, former President of the Lao National Veterans Association, carried with him memories that never faded: meeting President Ho Chi Minh in Thai Nguyen, the protection of the people of Hanoi amid bombings, and the trust placed in the young generations of Vietnam and Laos today.
LDSC: Humanitarian Bridge between People of US and Vietnam
Over the past 20 years, LDSC (USA) has implemented more than 450 projects in Vietnam with a total aid value of over 12 million USD, helping improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.
Cuba is Proud to Have Vietnam as a Brotherly Nation
During a State visit to Vietnam by Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic of Cuba, accompanied by his spouse, Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Rogelio Polanco Fuentes talked with Nhan Dan reporters about the relationship between the two countries and expectations for the outcomes of the visit.
Affection of International Friends
We must always remember that over the past 80 years, friends from around the world have devoted their blood, sweat, and tears to the cause of defending and building Vietnam.
Florence Cavalier: Motherhood as a Bridge of France-Vietnam Compassion
The three decades of commitment to Vietnam by Florence Cavalier, President of the organization EPVN, began with her journey into motherhood with four Vietnamese children. From maternal love, she expanded her heart, sowed seeds of compassion, and nurtured a strong bond of friendship between the people of France and Vietnam.
Some Reflections on Implementing Ho Chi Minh’s Ideology on Vietnam’s People-to-People Diplomacy over the Past 80 Years
Vietnam’s people-to-people diplomacy was formed and developed on the foundation of Ho Chi Minh’s ideology: combining national strength with the strength of the times; making more friends and fewer enemies; solidarity and great unity; taking the people as the root; integrating the comprehensive strength of Party diplomacy, State diplomacy, and people-to-people diplomacy. This cause has continuously grown and matured, making worthy contributions to the glorious pages of Vietnam’s modern diplomacy over the past 80 years, and is now standing at the threshold of being reorganized to meet the demands of the new era of nation's rise.
Chinese Ambassador Praises Vietnam’s Achievements and Development Path
On the occasion of the 80th National Day of Vietnam, Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam He Wei held a press briefing on August 28. He extended congratulations to the Party, the State, and the people of Vietnam, praised the remarkable achievements the country has attained, and affirmed that the bilateral relationship is entering a new stage of profound and comprehensive development.
Belarus Friendship Association, WWF-Vietnam Congratulate Vietnam on the 80th National Day
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day, the Belarusian Society of Friendship and Cultural Relations with Foreign Countries and the World Wide Fund for Nature in Vietnam (WWF-Vietnam) have sent congratulatory messages, expressing respect, pride, and commitment to accompany Vietnam on its path towards sustainable development.
Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Khamphao Ernthavanh: Vietnam Affirms Its Position with Vitality and Aspiration for National Advancement
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day, in an interview with VietnamTimes magazine, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Vietnam Khamphao Ernthavanh affirmed that Vietnam’s development journey over the past eight decades has demonstrated remarkable vitality and an enduring aspiration to rise, with its position increasingly elevated on the international stage.
Chen Ta Yu: Inspiring Acts Of Kindness And Creating A Circle Of Love In Vietnam
For Chen Ta Yu, Chief Representative of the Tzu Chi Foundation in Vietnam, compassion does not stop at giving but lies in continuity. The children once supported by Tzu Chi in pursuing their dreams have now become those who spread love, contributing to building a harmonious and humane society in Vietnam.
Lee Chang Kun: “Although I Was Born in RoK, My Heart Has Always Been with Vietnam”
For three consecutive terms as Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador to the RoK, Lee Chang Kun - the 31st-generation descendant of King Ly Thai To has not only served as a cultural bridge but has also tirelessly told Vietnam’s story with his heart and memories. His journeys have brought the image of Vietnam closer to RoK's friends, while also introducing the essence of RoK culture to the Vietnamese people.
Strengthening Vietnam - Indonesia Ties
On August 26, the Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organizations and the Vietnam-Indonesia Friendship Association of Ho Chi Minh City held a gathering to celebrate the 80th National Day of the Republic of Indonesia (17/8/1945 - 17/8/2025).
