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Vietnam Showcased to North Macedonian Public Through Cultural Event
The Embassy of Vietnam in Bulgaria, concurrently accredited to North Macedonia, in collaboration with the Vietnam Cultural and Tourism Association in Europe (VNCT), the Vietnam Cultural Center in France, and the organizers of the Skopje Summer Festival, successfully hosted the "Vietnam Day in Skopje 2026" event on June 30, at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre in the center of Skopje.
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People-to-People Diplomacy Must Align with Capital Development Goals
People-to-people diplomacy needs to shift decisively from friendship exchanges to resource connectivity, closely aligning with the development goals of the Capital and the country. This orientation was emphasized by leaders of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to enhance the effectiveness of people-to-people diplomacy and contribute to achieving the Capital's development objectives in the new period.
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STEM Robotics Training for 30 Teachers and Students at Lao-Vietnamese Friendship School in Sekong
On June 27-28, 2026, the Consulate General of Vietnam in Pakse, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Association of Sekong Province, Champasak - Lam Dong Gifted High School (Champasak Province), and the Lao - Vietnamese Friendship School of Sekong, organized a STEM Robotics training program for 30 teachers and students of the Lao - Vietnamese Friendship School.
Students from Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese Bilingual School Learn about Vietnamese Culture and History
From June 29 to July 3, at the invitation of the Standing Committee of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, a delegation of outstanding teachers and students from the Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese Bilingual School (Lao People's Democratic Republic) visited and learned about Vietnamese culture and history in the provinces and cities of Quang Tri, Hue, and Da Nang.
Speaker of Algeria’s Council of the Nation Expresses Desire to Strengthen Ties with Vietnam’s National Assembly
The Speaker of Algeria’s Council of the Nation has expressed his desire to further strengthen relations with Vietnam’s National Assembly to enhance the effectiveness of the Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
Ho Chi Minh City: "Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Family Day" Strengthens Bonds of Friendship
On June 28, the Standing Committee of the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union, in coordination with the Management Board of the Laos-Cambodia Student Dormitory, organized the 2026 "Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Family Day" at the Laos-Cambodia Student Dormitory in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam Deploys Military and Public Security Forces to Venezuela to Assist Earthquake Relief Efforts
Vietnam has decided to deploy personnel from the Vietnam People's Army and the People's Public Security Force, along with specialized vehicles and equipment, to Venezuela to participate in search and rescue operations and support recovery efforts following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on June 24.
Resolution No. 06-NQ/TW: Advancing People-to-People Diplomacy with Greater Depth, Effectiveness, and Substance
Resolution No. 06-NQ/TW, issued by the Politburo on May 19, 2026, on implementing the foreign policy set forth at the 14th National Party Congress, establishes the goal of developing Vietnam's external relations in the new era in a manner commensurate with the country's historical stature, cultural heritage, and international standing.
Vietnam, Belarus Promote More Substantive and Effective Strategic Partnership
The Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in Vietnam hosted a reception in Hanoi on the evening of June 25 to celebrate Belarus's 35th National Day (July 3, 1991 – July 3, 2026). The event reaffirmed both countries' commitment to building on their long-standing friendship and to advancing the Vietnam-Belarus Strategic Partnership in a more substantive, sustainable, and effective manner.
New Honorary Consul to Boost Vietnam-Belgium Cooperation
The Embassy of Vietnam in Belgium held a ceremony on June 25 to present the decision appointing Philip Yvonne J. Van Gestel, a Belgian entrepreneur active in the fields of business and maritime services, as Vietnam’s Honorary Consul in Antwerp.
Vietnam Peace Committee Reviews Preparations for the 2026-2031 Congress
On June 24 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Peace Committee held a conference to review its work during the first six months of 2026 and examine preparations for its 2026-2031 Congress. The meeting focused on assessing the Committee's activities over the past six months while discussing key issues related to preparations for the upcoming Congress.
People-to-People Diplomacy Remains Pillar of Vietnam-Cambodia Relations
On June 26 in Hanoi, President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam Touch Sopharath. During the meeting, both sides expressed their desire to strengthen coordination in implementing people-to-people diplomacy activities, contributing to the realization of the common understandings and commitments reached during high-level meetings between the leaders of the two countries and further fostering the Vietnam-Cambodia friendship.
Donation of Smart Computer Lab to Kiwanja cha Ndege Dodoma CC School (Tanzania)
As part of her working visit to Dodoma, the administrative capital of Tanzania, Vietnamese Ambassador to Tanzania Vu Thanh Huyen attended the inauguration ceremony and officially handed over a Smart Computer Lab to Kiwanja cha Ndege Dodoma CC School.
From War Legacy to Partnership Hub: Quang Tri Strengthens Vietnam-US Relations
On the evening of June 22, Quang Tri Province, in coordination with the US Embassy in Vietnam, officially launched the Pacific Partnership - Pacific Friendship 2026 (PP-PF 26) program. The event not only helps strengthen humanitarian cooperation, disaster response, and community healthcare efforts, but also further affirms Quang Tri’s role as a destination for peace, friendship, and Vietnam-US cooperation.
Journalist Nakamura Goro: A Lifetime Spent Telling Vietnam's Untold Stories
Some journalists come to a country as part of their profession. Some allow that country to become an inseparable part of their conscience and worldview. For Japanese journalist Nakamura Goro, Vietnam is an unforgettable part of both his career and his life.
Applying Ho Chi Minh's Ideology to People-to-People Diplomacy in Can Tho
Throughout his revolutionary life, President Ho Chi Minh paid special attention to people-to-people diplomacy. Not only did he lay the foundation for Viet Nam’s revolutionary diplomacy, but he also pioneered and developed a system of ideology on people-to-people diplomacy with profound strategic, humanitarian, and contemporary value. Today, these ideas remain an important theoretical foundation and guiding principle for Viet Nam's people-to-people diplomacy in the era of international integration. They also serve as the basis for the Can Tho Union of Friendship Organizations to continuously innovate and improve the quality of its work, contributing to the effective implementation of the Party’s and State’s foreign policy.
35-Year Legacy - Bridge of Friendship, Cooperation, and Development
Over the course of 35 years of establishment and development, the Can Tho Union of Friendship Organizations has continuously affirmed its role as a core force in people-to-people diplomacy, becoming an important bridge fostering friendship between the people of Can Tho and international friends. Through these efforts, it has made significant contributions to the city’s socio-economic development and international integration.
Vietnamese Locality and Thai Business Strengthen Cooperation
Thanh Hoa province, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand and WHA Group, held a seminar to introduce Thanh Hoa province to Thai investors and businesses.
Ho Chi Minh City Celebrates the 36th National Day of the Russian Federation
On the evening of June 17, the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City held a ceremony to celebrate the 36th National Day of the Russian Federation.
Hungarian Ambassador to Vietnam Awarded “For the Cause of Culture, Sports and Tourism” Medal
On June 17, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Deputy Minister Ta Quang Dong presented the “For the Cause of Culture, Sports and Tourism” Medal to Baloghdi Tibor, Ambassador of Hungary to Vietnam, in recognition of his significant and practical contributions to strengthening cultural, sports, and tourism cooperation between Vietnam and Hungary.
Flamenco: Cultural Bridge Between Vietnam and Spain
On June 16 at the Youth Theatre in Hanoi, the Spanish Embassy in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Hanoi Vietnam-Spain Friendship Association, organized the “Flamencas” concert featuring the flamenco group Las Migas.
Vietnam Plays Pivotal Role in Strengthening ASEAN-Russia Partnership Amid Global Uncertainty
Ahead of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations, to be held in Kazan, Russian Federation, on June 17-18, 2026, Russian experts and ASEAN leaders have highly praised Vietnam’s role in promoting dialogue, strengthening intra-ASEAN consensus, and serving as an important bridge in the ASEAN-Russia Strategic Partnership. These efforts have contributed to effectively addressing the increasingly complex challenges facing the region and the world.
Vietnam and Bulgaria Promote Nuclear Energy Cooperation
From June 10-12, 2026, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Bulgaria, Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet, attended and delivered a speech at the annual international "Bulgarian Nuclear Energy - National, Regional and Global Energy Security" conference in Varna.
