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Viet Nam Peace and Development Council Reviews Work in First Half of 2026
On May 27 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Peace and Development Council held a conference to review its work in the first half of the year and set out orientations for activities in the remaining six months of 2026, focusing on people-to-people diplomacy, research, policy consultation, and external communications.
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Australia Commits US$10 Million to Support Climate Businesses in Vietnam
The Australian government has just announced a commitment of up to US$10 million through the Australian Development Investments (ADI) fund to Do Ventures Fund II in Vietnam. This capital will be used by Do Ventures to support Vietnamese businesses developing climate change solutions, while also contributing to the growth of Vietnam’s climate investment market and attracting additional private financing.
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Viet Nam and Venezuela Promote People-to-People Exchanges and Share Development Experience
On May 26, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) and Venezuela’s Simon Bolivar Institute for Peace and Solidarity among Peoples (ISB) held their annual online talks to review the outcomes of past cooperation and discuss joint programs for the 2026-2027 period. The two sides agreed to promote cooperation in people-to-people exchanges, agriculture, business connectivity, and the sharing of development experience.
Palestinian Friend with More Than 40 Years of Ties to Viet Nam Receives “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” Medal
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Having maintained close ties with Viet Nam for more than 40 years, Palestinian Ambassador to Viet Nam Saadi Salama was awarded the “For peace and friendship among nations” medal in recognition of his contributions to Viet Nam-Palestine people-to-people relations. The diplomat, who speaks Vietnamese like a native of Hanoi, said an important part of his thinking and identity was shaped in Viet Nam.
May 21, 2026 | 14:16
50 Years of Vietnam-Thailand Relations: From Ho Chi Minh’s Legacy to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
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Thailand’s The Nation Thailand recently published an article highlighting President Ho Chi Minh’s humanitarian legacy as an important foundation that helped shape and develop the friendship between the peoples of Vietnam and Thailand.
May 21, 2026 | 10:08
Commemorating Cuban National Hero José Martí in Hanoi
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On May 19, at Tao Dan Park in Hanoi, the Embassy of Cuba in Vietnam held a memorial ceremony for Cuban National Hero José Martí on the occasion of the 131st anniversary of his death (May 19, 1895 - May 19, 2026). Speeches delivered at the event highlighted the values of national independence, international solidarity, and the special friendship between Vietnam and Cuba.
May 20, 2026 | 16:14
Ambassador Nicolai Prytz Leaves Strong Imprint on Viet Nam-Denmark Cooperation and People-to-People Exchange
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Significant progress in Viet Nam-Denmark relations in recent times, from promoting Danish investment projects in Viet Nam to strengthening people-to-people exchanges and local-level cooperation, has been made with the contributions of Ambassador Nicolai Prytz. In recognition of these contributions, on May 19 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations awarded the “For peace and friendship among nations” Medal to the Ambassador.
May 20, 2026 | 10:03
Royal Canadian Navy Ship Pays Friendship Visit to Da Nang, Promoting Cooperation and People-to-People Exchange
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On the evening of May 16, a reception was held at Tien Sa Port (Da Nang City) on the occasion of the visit of the Royal Canadian Navy Ship (HMCS) Charlottetown to Da Nang on a friendship visit. The event contributed to strengthening naval exchanges, promoting mutual understanding, and further deepening the friendly and cooperative relations between Vietnam and Canada, in the context of the two countries’ relationship continuing to develop positively across multiple fields.
May 18, 2026 | 10:33
People-to-People Diplomacy in New Era: From Party’s Guidelines to Breakthrough Solutions for Enhancing Practical Effectiveness
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On May 14 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held a scientific seminar themed “People-to-people diplomacy in the new era: From the Party’s guidelines to breakthrough solutions for enhancing practical effectiveness.”
May 16, 2026 | 09:06
From Con Dao, a Message of Peace and Hope
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From May 11-13, 2026, a delegation of the Vietnam Peace Committee, led by Uong Chu Luu, former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly and Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee, coordinated and participated in a series of activities under the “Heritage and peace journey” 2026 program in the Con Dao Special Zone, Ho Chi Minh City.
May 15, 2026 | 18:14
HSF Reaffirms Its Role as Trusted Partner of Vietnam in Sustainable Development
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On May 14 in Hanoi, the German Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) held a ceremony marking its 15th anniversary of operations in Vietnam, celebrating a journey of cooperation and partnership in the fields of sustainable development, governance, social welfare, and climate change adaptation.
May 15, 2026 | 14:29
Inauguration of Community Bridge in Tuyen Quang Funded by the UAE Embassy in Vietnam
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On May 10, the inauguration ceremony for the Na Hu community bridge was held in Nam Dan Commune, Tuyen Quang Province. The project, funded by the UAE Embassy in Vietnam, is expected to help improve the living conditions of residents in the mountainous area of Tuyen Quang.
May 11, 2026 | 21:19
Da Lat, Trouville-Deauville Stations Forge Historic Partnership After Nearly a Century
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The signing ceremony of a sisterhood agreement between Vietnam’s Da Lat Station and France’s Trouville-Deauville Station officially took place on May 7 at the French Embassy in Hanoi, attended by French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet, leaders of Vietnam Railways (VNR), representatives of the French National Railway Company (SNCF), the French Development Agency (AFD), and numerous organizations operating in the fields of transport, construction, and heritage preservation in both countries.
May 10, 2026 | 13:49
Activities Held in Ha Noi, HCMC to Mark Victory Day of Soviet people in Great Patriotic War
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Many activities marking the 81st anniversary of Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War of the Soviet people (May 9, 1945 - May 9, 2026) took place in Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City on May 7, highlighting the significance of peace, historical memory, and the friendship between Viet Nam and the Russian Federation.
May 10, 2026 | 13:49
Vietnam-Austria Friendship Association and Austria-Vietnam Society Sign Memorandum of Understanding
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On May 8, at the headquarters of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), the Vietnam-Austria Friendship Association and the Austria-Vietnam Society signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral friendship, promoting people-to-people exchanges, and expanding multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Austria in the new period.
May 09, 2026 | 17:02
Party General Secretary, State President To Lam Receives President of India-Vietnam Friendship Association
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As part of his State visit to the Republic of India, on the afternoon of May 6 in New Delhi, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam received the President of the India-Vietnam Friendship Association.
May 07, 2026 | 11:18
Pages Bridging Vietnam-Azerbaijan Friendship
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The short story collection “What I saw in Vietnam” by Azerbaijani writer Ajdar Ibrahimov is not merely the observations of a foreigner about the S-shaped country, but is also expected to serve as a cultural bridge, contributing to deepening mutual understanding between the peoples of Vietnam and Azerbaijan.
May 05, 2026 | 22:22
Elevating Traditional Vietnam-India Friendship
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At the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam, together with a high-level Vietnamese delegation, will pay a State visit to the Republic of India from May 5 to 7, 2026. On this occasion, Nguyen Manh Cuong, Member of the Party Central Committee, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of the Ministry, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, had an interview to the press ahead of the visit.
May 04, 2026 | 11:34
Vietnam Promotes Bilateral Cooperation with Laos, Thailand, and EU Partners
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On April 28, in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, on the sidelines of the 25th ASEAN-EU Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Politburo Member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held meetings with foreign affairs leaders from several ASEAN countries and the European Union to strengthen bilateral relations and promote interregional cooperation.
April 29, 2026 | 15:56
Vietnam Attaches Importance to Developing Traditional Friendship with Belarus
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On the afternoon of April 28, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, under the authorization of Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Committee, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung, Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, and Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu chaired an online meeting with Chairwoman of the Belaya Rus Party of Belarus Olga Chemodanova.
April 29, 2026 | 15:04
Vietnam-Japan Cultural Exchange: Looking Toward the Future
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On April 25, 2026, at Tam Chúc Tourist Area (Ninh Bình Province), the 4th Vietnam Yosakoi Festival 2026, themed “Cultural Exchange - Igniting Energy - Looking Toward the Future,” officially opened in a vibrant and colorful atmosphere.
April 27, 2026 | 14:38
Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day Through the Eyes of International Friends: Solemnity and Community Cohesion
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Attending the rituals of Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day, many international friends have expressed their impressions of the solemn atmosphere, the sense of community cohesion, and the way Vietnamese people preserve their traditions.
April 27, 2026 | 06:14
Expanding Viet Nam-Venezuela Cooperation During Tenure of Ambassador Juan Carlos Fernandes Juaréz
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During his tenure, Venezuelan Ambassador to Viet Nam Juan Carlos Fernandes Juaréz promoted the signing of numerous important cooperation agreements, strengthened high-level exchanges, and expanded people-to-people interactions across various fields. In recognition of these contributions, on April 24 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations presented him with the “For Peace and Friendship Among Nations” medal.
April 25, 2026 | 13:47
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