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Vietnamese Diplomacy Asked to Help Connect Cooperation, Enhance Nation's Standing
Hailing the sector’s outstanding achievements and contributions, Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Vietnamese diplomatic service is now facing a historic mission. He called on the sector to focus on building a comprehensive, modern, and professional diplomacy imbued with Vietnamese identity; ensuring comprehensiveness across all three pillars of Party diplomacy, State diplomacy, and people-to-people diplomacy; closely integrating diplomacy with national defence, security, economy, science and technology, culture, and foreign service information; and modernising itself in terms of mindset, methods, and tools.
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Vietnam News Today (Aug. 26): Vietnam Coast Guard Ship Visits Indonesia to Enhance Maritime Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 26): Vietnam joins ASEAN to tackle shared regional challenges; Swiss politician hails Vietnam’s independent, non-aligned foreign policy; Vietnam Coast Guard ship visits Indonesia to enhance maritime cooperation; Visa-free entry for global leaders may spark new FDI wave in Vietnam.
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Vietnam News Today (Aug. 25): Visa Policies - Key to Boosting Tourism Links With RoK, Taiwan
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 25): Vietnam, Russia vow to continue boosting cooperation in economics, trade, education; Visa policies - key to boosting tourism links with RoK, Taiwan; 10% GDP growth: Vietnam’s bold target for 2030; Vietnam well-positioned to become hub for international education.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 20): Vietnamese Navy Pledges Closer ASEAN Cooperation for Maritime Security
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 20): King of Bhutan highlights Vietnam’s regional role, pledges closer cooperation; Vietnam, RoK law enforcement agencies step up cooperation; Vietnamese Navy pledges closer ASEAN cooperation for maritime security; Vietnam's National Day - Turning point of whole Indochina: Argentine politician.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 19): Vietnam Opens Southeast Asia’s Largest National Data Center
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 19): Vietnam opens Southeast Asia’s largest national data center; Vietnam values multifaceted cooperation with Bulgaria: ambassador; New visa waiver policy to gives a big boost to Vietnam’s tourism industry; Vietnam – rising star in FDI attraction.
King and Queen of Bhutan Pay State Visit to Vietnam
From August 18 to 22, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan will pay a state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Luong Cuong and his spouse. This marks the first visit by Bhutan’s highest-ranking leader to Vietnam since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 2012.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 18): Vietnam at 80 – From War-torn Nation to Global Symbol of Peace, Development
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 18): Bhutan King’s Vietnam visit to step up bilateral ties; Vietnam at 80 – From war-torn nation to global symbol of peace, development: Former Israeli official; Vietnam’s public security force honored with noble decorations from Laos, Cuba; Tropical depression hits northwest waters of Hoang Sa special zone.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 17): Fourth Full-dress Joint Rehearsal Held in Preparation for National Day Parade
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 17): Seminar seeks to promote Vietnam-Laos financial linkage; Exports rebound as greening turns into competitive edge; Vietnam, Cuba sign cooperation agreement in cyber security; Fourth full-dress joint rehearsal held in preparation for National Day parade.
Digital Front: Technology Empowers Vietnam Fatherland Front to Address People’s Aspirations in Time
The Standing Committee of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) held a nationwide online conference on August 15 in Hanoi to pilot the “Digital Front” platform and provide training on “Applying AI in the Work of the Fatherland Front at All Levels.” With participation spanning from the central level to 3,321 communes, wards, and townships, this platform marks a significant technological advancement, enabling the VFF and socio-political organizations to better connect with the people, listen, and promptly address public opinions and petitions.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 16): Finland Backs Stronger Vietnam-EU Ties, Pledges Closer Business Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 16): Vietnam, Cuba enhance cybersecurity cooperation; Finland backs stronger Vietnam-EU ties, pledges closer business cooperation; Seminar seeks to promote Vietnam – Laos financial linkage; MVFA opens new office in Kuala Lumpur, boosting Vietnam-Malaysia friendship.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 15): Vietnamese and Cambodian Leaders Hold Phone Talks to Boost Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 15): Vietnamese and Cambodian leaders hold phone talks to boost cooperation; Foreign Ministry vows to boost promotion of Vietnamese language abroad; Vietnam and Thailand strengthen cooperation in combating drug-related crimes; Domestic tourism sees strong demand during National Day holiday.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 14): Vietnam On Track to Become Asia's Next "Tiger Economy"
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 14): Party leader visits Busan Port, highlights potential of Vietnam – RoK maritime cooperation; Vietnam, Laos boost strategic cooperation through SOE reform experience; Vietnam–Singapore relations: A valuable asset for both peoples; Vietnam on track to become Asia's next "tiger economy".
PM Urges Qualcomm to Deepen Investment in Core Tech, Semiconductors
The PM lauded Qualcomm’s two-decade partnership with Vietnam, spanning mobile connectivity, technology transfer, artificial intelligence (AI) research, STEM education, startup incubation, and innovation ecosystem development.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 13): Party Leader Calls for Effective Implementation of Vietnam–RoK Cooperation Mechanisms
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 13): Party leader calls for effective implementation of Vietnam–RoK cooperation mechanisms; Vietnam, Laos enhance SOE reform cooperation; Vietnam and Australia ink three-year defense cooperation plan; Vietnam helps Cuba improve law making and enforcement capacity.
PM Urges Setting up Vietnam-Japan Joint Working Group to Solve Outstanding Issues
PM Pham Minh Chinh expressed his hope that Japanese enterprises will continue standing side by side with Vietnam on the development path, thereby benefiting the two business communities, both countries, and their peoples.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 12): Vietnam grants 45-day visa waivers to citizens from 12 countries
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 12): Party leader To Lam, RoK President hold joint press briefing on successful talks; President Luong Cuong welcomes Lao Army political chief; Vietnam and RoK boost cooperate on nuclear power development; State budget revenue from import-export activities up 9.1% in seven months; Vietnam chairs 15th consultation meeting of IAI Task Force - ASEAN partners; Vietnamese squid and octopus exports to Thailand surge by 37% in H1
Groundbreaking and Inauguration Ceremonies for Projects Celebrating the 80th National Day
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed and issued Official Telegram No. 129/CD-TTg to relevant ministries, sectors, and localities regarding the organization of groundbreaking and inauguration ceremonies for large-scale projects in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - September 2, 2025).
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 11): Party General Secretary To Lam Arrives in Seoul on State Visit to Republic of Korea
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 11): Party General Secretary To Lam arrives in Seoul on state visit to Republic of Korea; FM outlines Vietnam’s vision for sustainable development and partnership with Korea; Vietnam seeks stronger ties with Bolivia; Vietnam vows to contribute to strengthening ASEAN-Mexico cooperation.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 10): Party Leader's RoK Visit Opens New Chapter in Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 10): Party leader's RoK visit opens new chapter in Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; Vietnam bolsters investment, economic cooperation in northeastern Cambodia; Vietnam grants visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners; Widespread heatwave continues across Vietnam, temperatures exceed 38°C.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 9): Vietnam Vows to Contribute Actively to ASEAN Community Building Efforts
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 9): Vietnam vows to contribute actively to ASEAN Community building efforts; Vietnam encourages Japanese firms to invest in key sectors: NA leader; Language, culture strengthen Vietnam – RoK ties; Vietnam makes bold move to attract foreign experts with relaxed labor laws.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 8): Vietnam and Angola to Build Model for South-South Cooperation in Africa
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 8): Party leader calls for stronger Vietnam – Japan economic connectivity; Senior officials of Vietnamese, Australian ministries of foreign affairs hold first dialogue; Vietnam and Angola to build model for South-South cooperation in Africa; Vietnam's FDI hits USD 24.09 billion in first seven months of 2025.
Party Chief Lauds Intellectuals, Scientists, Artists as Pioneers in Innovation
He praised the lasting impact of intellectuals, artists, and scientists, saying the country's stature, strength, international standing, and reputation, built on 4,000 years of civilisation, 95 years of the Party's leadership, 80 years of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and 40 years of renewal, owe much to the efforts of millions of people from all walks of life, with intellectuals, scientists, and artists playing a pivotal role.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 7): President Luong Cuong’s Angola Visit Adds Fresh Impetus to Bilateral Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 7): President Luong Cuong’s Angola visit adds fresh impetus to bilateral cooperation; Party chief calls for stronger Vietnam–India cooperation in various areas; Vietnam posts trade surplus of 10.18 billion USD in seven months; EU and Vietnam renew joint commitment to human rights.
