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French Friends Help Vietnamese Victims of Agent Orange and Orphans
Recently, the Ho Chi Minh City Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin welcomed a delegation from the Embassy and Consulate General of the Republic of France to Vietnam for a visit, exchange, and scholarship awarding to children who are victims of Agent Orange/dioxin and orphans at Hoa Binh Village - Tu Du Hospital and Thien Duyen Shelter.
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Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association Extends New Year Greetings to Cambodian Embassy in Vietnam
On April 7 in Hanoi, on the occasion of the traditional Chol Chnam Thmay New Year of the Cambodian people, a delegation from the Central Committee of the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association (the Association), led by Le Van Tuy, Standing Vice President, paid a New Year visit to the Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Vietnam.
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COV Funds Support for Children with Disabilities in Da Nang
The Children of Vietnam (COV) organization from the United States has funded a project in Da Nang titled “Hope Care System for Children with Disabilities (HSC) in Cam Le ward for the 2026-2029 period,” aiming to improve the quality of life for children with disabilities through three main pillars: education, healthcare, and living environment.
Innovating Emulation in Alignment with Political Tasks, Strengthening Coordination Across the Bloc
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On April 4 in Hanoi, the Bloc of socio-political organizations and Unions (the Bloc) convened a conference to review emulation and commendation work in 2025 and to launch the emulation movement for 2026. The conference was co-chaired by Ha Thi Nga, Member of the Party Central Committee and Vice President-General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Viet am Fatherland Front, and Nguyen Anh Tuan, Member of the Party Central Committee and President of the.
April 04, 2026 | 19:12
People-to-people Diplomacy to Create “Strategic Space for Development”
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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.
April 04, 2026 | 16:38
“Denmark in Your Eyes” Contest: Children’s Drawings Spread Green Dreams
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The Embassy of Denmark in Viet Nam, in coordination with the Viet Nam-Denmark Friendship Association (VIDAFA), held the award ceremony and exhibition for the “Denmark in Your Eyes” 2025–2026 contest on April 2 in Ha Noi. With the theme “Green Living,” this year’s contest attracted more than 130,000 entries from primary and secondary school students nationwide, the highest number to date.
April 04, 2026 | 14:18
Launch of VND 11.3 Billion Project to Support Disadvantaged Children in Can Tho
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The Can Tho Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Taiwan Fund for Children and Families (TFCF) and relevant departments, sectors, and local authorities, held the launch ceremony of the project “For the Comprehensive Development of Disadvantaged Children in Educational Institutions” on March 31.
April 04, 2026 | 11:11
Da Nang to Host Walk for Peace on April 7
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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.
April 03, 2026 | 14:46
Four Proposals to Promote Viet Nam-Singapore Relations in Key Areas
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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.
April 03, 2026 | 11:37
Information Sharing and Cooperation Orientation with Foreign NGOs in 2026
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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.
April 03, 2026 | 10:51
Seminar on “People-to-People Diplomacy Activities Worldwide and Lessons for Vietnam”
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On March 31 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a seminar titled “People-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide and lessons for Viet Nam” to analyze international experiences and propose solutions to enhance the effectiveness of people-to-people diplomacy in the new context. The event was part of the national-level research project, “Studying people-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Viet Nam.”
April 01, 2026 | 15:06
Seminar: “Trends in Development of People-to-People Diplomacy Worldwide and Implications for Viet Nam”
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On March 31 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations hosted a seminar titled “Trends in the development of people-to-people diplomacy worldwide and implications for Viet Nam.” The event was held within the framework of the national-level research project “Studying people-to-people diplomacy activities worldwide in the new context and proposing solutions for Viet Nam.”
March 31, 2026 | 15:39
Planting Friendship Trees in Can Tho
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Nam Can Tho University, the Can Tho Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City and relevant partners, held the 2026 Friendship Tree Planting Ceremony on March 30. The event carries practical significance, marking the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2016-2026).
March 31, 2026 | 14:31
Conference on Implementation of Resolution of 14th National Party Congress on People-to-People Diplomacy
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On March 30 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held an online conference with 30 provincial and municipal unions of friendship organizations to implement the Resolution of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam on people-to-people diplomacy.
March 31, 2026 | 10:04
Ensuring Learning and Living Conditions for Lao Students in Vietnam
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On March 27 in Hanoi, the Ministry of Education and Training, in coordination with the Lao Embassy in Vietnam, held a conference to review education and management of Lao students for the 2025–2026 academic year and to outline plans for the 2026–2027 academic year.
March 30, 2026 | 10:46
6 International Organizations Commit Nearly VND 70 Billion to Fund Projects in Da Nang
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The Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations signed Memoranda of Understanding with six foreign non-governmental organizations on the morning of March 27, with a total committed value of nearly VND 70 billion, focusing on implementing projects in social welfare, education, healthcare, and sustainable development across the city.
March 29, 2026 | 11:06
Five Key Priorities to Enhance Effectiveness of Vietnam-Cambodia People-to-People Diplomacy
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On March 28 in Son La, the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Association (the Association) held its 5th Executive Committee Conference for the 2021-2026 term, reaching consensus on key directions to enhance the effectiveness of people-to-people diplomacy in the new period, thereby contributing to strengthening Vietnam-Cambodia friendship.
March 29, 2026 | 08:08
Seminar: Solutions for Rapid and Sustainable National Development over the Next 5-10 Years
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On March 27 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Peace and Development Foundation held a seminar titled “Rapid and sustainable national development in the new era in the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress: Key and emerging drivers and solutions for the next 5-10 years.” The event drew the participation of numerous experts and policymakers.
March 28, 2026 | 16:13
Irish Minister’s Vietnam Visit Highlights Expanding Cooperation in Culture, Education and Development
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Ireland’s Minister of State at the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport Charlie McConalogue TD visited Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from 18 – 21 March in celebration of 30 years of diplomatic relations between Ireland and Vietnam. The visit also celebrates Ireland’s national day, St. Patrick’s Day.
March 27, 2026 | 18:28
Yan’an City (China) Seeks to Establish “Sister-City” Ties with Vietnamese Localities
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This was the key message conveyed by Zhang Qiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Yan’an Municipal Party Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department of the Yan’an Municipal Party Committee (China), during a working session with President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son, on March 26 in Hanoi.
March 27, 2026 | 10:44
Enhancing the Role of Youth in People-to-People Diplomacy and International Integration
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On the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, on March 26 in Hanoi, the Youth Union of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held the “Youth forum of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and central mass organizations on people-to-people diplomacy and international integration in the new era.” At the forum, youth union members exchanged views and proposed solutions to promote their vanguard role in international connectivity and in promoting Viet Nam’s image to the world.
March 27, 2026 | 10:05
“Vietnam Is My First Love”
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That was the statement made by Furuta Motoo (77), President of the Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association, at an appreciation ceremony held by the Vietnam Japan University (under Vietnam National University Hanoi) on March 24 in Hanoi. His final lecture as Rector marked the close of nearly a decade during which he directly built and led the university, and also offered an opportunity to reflect on more than 50 years of his connection with Vietnam.
March 26, 2026 | 11:13
Vietnam-Thailand Promote Academic Exchange and Joint Research
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Udon Thani Rajabhat University has always attached importance to developing international cooperation, with a particular focus on strengthening collaboration with partners from Vietnam.
March 26, 2026 | 10:51
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