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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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Da Nang to Host Walk for Peace on April 7
The 2026 Walk for Peace program, themed “Steps for Peace,” will take place at 6:30 a.m. on April 7 along Su Van Hanh Street, Ngu Hanh Son Ward, Da Nang City.
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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.
Friendship Associations between Vietnam and Thailand Set out Seven Key Tasks for 2026
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On December 11th, the 14th Conference between the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association and the Thailand-Vietnam Friendship Association took place in Hai Phong. Both sides agreed on new directions for cooperation in people-to-people exchanges, education, culture, economics, and local cooperation, leading up to the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam - Thailand diplomatic relations.
December 13, 2025 | 09:06
Hai Phong Strengthens Vietnam-Thailand Connections through People-to-people Exchanges
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On December 10, the Hai Phong Party Committee and the Hai Phong People’s Committee met with a delegation from the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association and the Thailand-Vietnam Friendship Association on the occasion of the 14th Conference between the Executive Committees of the two Associations, held in Hai Phong.
December 11, 2025 | 09:16
People-to-People Diplomacy in Can Tho 2025: Mobilizing Global Resources for Growth
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In 2025, amid continued global complexities and numerous significant domestic events, the people-to-people diplomacy of Can Tho City achieved remarkable results, affirming its role as one of the three pillars of comprehensive diplomacy. External relations activities were implemented flexibly and effectively, bringing practical benefits to the city’s overall development.
December 09, 2025 | 10:43
Strengthening Vietnam-Bulgaria Friendship
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On December 6 in Hanoi, the Vietnam-Bulgaria Friendship Association held a friendly gathering to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Bulgaria.
December 07, 2025 | 14:00
Kaneya Manabu and His Journey to Discover Viet Nam Through the Vietnamese Language
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Kaneya Manabu, former head of the Saitama Prefectural Police Department in Japan, once gave up a monthly salary of more than 100 million VND and a stable life to move to Viet Nam. Over the past nine years, the Vietnamese language has become the bond connecting him with the country and people of Viet Nam, while opening a path for him to rediscover himself.
December 05, 2025 | 17:26
Viet Nam-UAE: Key Advances in Tourism, Culture, and People-to-people Exchanges
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The celebration of the 54th National Day of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (1971–2025), held under the theme “Unity,” took place solemnly in Hanoi on the evening of December 2.
December 04, 2025 | 05:46
Strengthening Traditional Friendship Between Vietnam and Bulgaria
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On November 30 in Hanoi, the Hanoi Vietnam–Bulgaria Friendship Association held its 2nd Congress for the 2025–2030 term, attended by more than 130 delegates and guests.
December 03, 2025 | 10:33
Enhancing Educational Cooperation, Promoting Vietnam-Russia Friendship
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On December 2 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received a courtesy call from the delegation of Saint Petersburg State University (Russian Federation) during their visit to Vietnam.
December 03, 2025 | 08:06
"Vietnamese & American Sons and Daughters Meeting": Healing War Wounds and Deepening Vietnam-US People-to-People Bonds
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On December 1 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-USA Society, and the “Two Sides Project” (2SP/USA) held a meeting between the children of Vietnamese martyrs and the families of American service members who were killed in action or went missing during the war in Vietnam. On this occasion, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations presented Commemorative Medals and Certificates of Merit to collectives and individuals of 2SP.
December 02, 2025 | 17:11
Hikaru Watanabe: Vietnamese Grows from Simple, Everyday Sounds and Greetings
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Hikaru Watanabe was honored on stage at the 19th Vietnamese Speech Contest in Japan held on November 2, shining under the lights and applause. Holding the microphone, he spoke about his journey to the Vietnamese language: the early days of confusion in Hanoi, friendships formed in the classroom, familiar pho shops, and moments of saying things wrong and then laughing together. In that moment, Hikaru Watanabe was not only a contestant but also living proof of the connecting power of language, an inspiration to foreign friends who love Vietnamese.
December 01, 2025 | 20:04
International Friends, Foreign Affairs Experts Offer Recommendations to Strengthen Ties Between Vietnamese People and the World
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Expanding and enhancing the effectiveness of the “Nurturing Friendship” program; promoting people-to-people diplomacy to boost economic cooperation; and increasing priority for addressing issues such as climate change and population aging - these are among the recommendations put forward by international friends, experts, and veteran diplomats to foster long-term cooperation and friendship between the Vietnamese people and friends around the world.
December 01, 2025 | 09:09
People-to-People Diplomacy: Soft Power Strengthening Vietnam - Poland Friendship
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On November 28 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a friendship gathering to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Poland.
December 01, 2025 | 07:12
People-to-People Exchanges Strengthen Vietnam–Romania Friendship
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On November 29 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) and the Vietnam–Romania Friendship Association held a Friendship Gathering to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Romania and the 107th National Day of Romania.
December 01, 2025 | 06:08
Promoting People-to-People Exchanges Between Vietnamese and Palestinian Youth
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On November 25 in Hanoi, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, on the occasion of her official visit to Vietnam from November 25-27.
November 26, 2025 | 10:43
Promoting Outcomes of Viet Nam-China People’s Forum and Strengthening Enduring Friendship
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On 25 November in Hanoi, within the framework of the 13th Vietnam-China People’s Forum, Politburo Member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and President of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Bui Thi Minh Hoai received the delegates attending the Forum.
November 25, 2025 | 20:09
International Culinary Culture Festival 2025: Flavorful Journey Connecting Cultures
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The Service Department for Diplomatic Corps, in coordination with units under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organized the International Culinary Culture Festival 2025 on 22-23 November in Hanoi. The event served as a cultural - diplomatic bridge where global culinary traditions meet and blend, affirming the role of cuisine in promoting international cooperation and strengthening friendship between Viet Nam and partners worldwide.
November 25, 2025 | 15:41
Opening Ceremony of 13th Viet Nam-China People’s Forum: Strengthening Relations from People’s Foundation
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On November 24 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries held the Opening Ceremony of the 13th Viet Nam-China People’s Forum under the theme “75 Years of Viet Nam-China Friendship: Building a Stronger People-to-People Foundation”.
November 24, 2025 | 18:12
Vietnam - US Friendship On Vibrant Display In The Heart Of Hanoi
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On November 23, thousands of people flocked to Cau Giay Park in Hanoi to take part in cultural and sports activities and visit exhibition spaces at the Vietnam – US Friendship Festival, held to mark the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
November 24, 2025 | 11:30
Vietnam-US Friendship Festival: Enhancing Mutual Understanding and Strengthening Trust Between Peoples of Two Countries
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On November 23 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the US Mission to Vietnam, and the Hanoi People’s Committee jointly organized the Vietnam-US Friendship Festival. This event is part of a series of activities commemorating the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
November 24, 2025 | 10:52
Part 2: Seeds of Peace
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In the late 1980s, a conference at Stony Point (New York, USA) opened a new chapter in Vietnam-US humanitarian cooperation, bringing non-governmental organizations and US veterans to Vietnam to join hands in healing the wounds of war. Ha Huy Thong, former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly's Foreign Affairs Committee, former Head of the Advance Delegation to Open a Liaison Office in Washington, D.C. (USA), Vice President of the Vietnam-Netherlands Friendship and Cooperation Association, Member of the Vietnam Peace and Development Council - who directly attended the conference - recounted the milestones when the first "seeds of peace" were sown with trust and goodwill between the people of the two countries.
November 24, 2025 | 09:42
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