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Governor-General Sam Mostyn’s Visit Marks Continued Development of Vietnam-Australia Partnership
At the invitation of President Luong Cuong and his spouse, Australian Governor-General Sam Mostyn and her spouse are paying a State visit to Vietnam from September 9 to 12, 2025. This is Governor-General Sam Mostyn’s first State visit to Vietnam since taking office, marking an important milestone that reaffirms the trust and determination of the two countries’ senior leaders to further deepen the sound, enduring friendship and the Vietnam-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
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Vietnam News Today (Sep. 11): Vietnam's trade volume nears US$600 billion in January-August period
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 11): Party leader To Lam: Vietnam-Australia partnership developing strongly; Vietnam prepares for upcoming ASEAN Summit, related meetings; Vietnam, Germany mark 50 years of diplomatic ties built on dialogue, respect, and trust; Vietnam seeks stronger locality-to-locality cooperation with New Zealand.
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Vietnam News Today (Sep. 10): Vietnam’s Economic Growth Remains Resilient in 2025
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 10): Vietnam reaffirms defense stance at Seoul dialogue; 30 years of Vietnam-US diplomacy celebrated in Ho Chi Minh City; Vietnamese cultural colors shine at UK’s largest Southeast Asian festival; Vietnam’s economic growth remains resilient in 2025.
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 7): Vietnam Draws Nearly 14 Million Foreign Visitors in First Eight Months of 2025
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 7): Vietnam-US Dialogue strengthens security and law enforcement cooperation; UN official praises Vietnam’s achievements on 80th National Day; Vietnam pursues digital, green economy and innovation at APEC 31; FDI disbursement hits 15.4 billion USD in eight months, highest level in five years.
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 6): Chinese Media Highlight Vietnam-China Relations as Model of Cooperation and Friendship
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 6): Chinese media highlight Vietnam-China relations as model of cooperation and friendship; 63 years of Vietnam – Laos diplomatic ties: Legacy preserved at Combatant Alliance Museum; Sapa listed among Asia’s most popular rural getaways; International searches for Vietnam's tourism rise sharply.
International Media Impressed by Vietnam National Day Parade
On the morning of September 2 at Ba Dinh Square, Vietnam held a grand military parade and march to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. The event, regarded as one of the largest parades in decades, drew wide attention from international media.
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 5): Vietnam, Azerbaijan Deepen Defense Relations
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 5): Vietnam, Azerbaijan deepen defense relations; Vietnam and Italy sign over 10 MoUs on strategic cooperation in key sectors; Vietnam a driver of positive development: Singaporean scholar; Vietnam and China agree to boost strategic transport connectivity.
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 4): Vietnam’s Tourism Booms over National Day Holiday
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 4): Slovakia lauds Vietnam’s regional role and standing; 80th National Day: Vietnam’s journey for independence, peace, development; Vietnamese, Cuban defense leaders reinforce 65-year special friendship; Vietnam, Russia strengthen military ties at 8th defense dialogue.
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 3): Vietnamese NA Pledges to Stand Side by Side with Lao Counterpart
Vietnam News Today (Sep. 3): PM Pham Minh Chinh receives Cambodian Senate president Hun Sen; Vietnamese NA pledges to stand side by side with Lao courterpart; Developing ties with China is a strategic, natural choice: PM; Vietnam is emerging economic powerhouse: UNDP Resident Representative.
Vietnam News Today (Sept. 2): PM Trip for SCO Summit 2025 a Success
Vietnam News Today (Sept. 2): Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets Russian President Putin in Tianjin; PM trip for SCO Summit 2025 a success: Deputy FM; Cambodian People's Party Honorary President praises Vietnam’s great victory; Chinese scholar hails development prospects of Vietnam – China ties.
Vietnam News Today (Sept. 1): Vietnamese Party chief hosts reception for visiting top Chinese legislator
Vietnam News Today (Sept. 1): Vietnamese Party chief hosts reception for visiting top Chinese legislator; Vietnamese Prime Minister meets with top Chinese leader in Tianjin; PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of Vietnamese community in China; Vietnamese, Nepalese Prime Ministers seek stronger bilateral ties; Vietnam assumes rotating chairmanship of ASEAN Committee in Washington D.C; Vietnam targets 1 billion USD in golf tourism revenue...
Vietnam Affirms Independence, Reform, and Human-Centered Growth
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day, many international scholars and political figures affirmed that Vietnam has risen from the spirit of independence, self-reliance, and resilience; has remained steadfast in the path of Doi Moi (Renewal) with genuine participation of the people; and has placed human beings at the center of development. From the ashes of war, Vietnam has grown into a dynamic and inclusive success story, steadily advancing on its journey to become a comprehensively developed nation.
Each Vietnamese Citizen to Receive VND 100,000 to Celebrate National Day
The Prime Minister has issued Official Dispatch No. 149/CD-TTg on giving gifts to citizens on the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).
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[Photo] 80 Years of Independence - Freedom - Happiness Through the Lens
Eighty years of Vietnam’s nation-building and development are vividly reflected in the National Achievements Exhibition themed “80 Years of the Journey of Independence - Freedom - Happiness.” From the historic milestone of Autumn 1945 to today’s image of a country undergoing renovation, integration, and innovation.
Vietnam News Today (August 30): Vietnam Ensures Absolute Safety, Security for Independence Day Parade
Vietnam News Today (August 30): State President to attend 80th anniversary of victory over fascism in China; Vietnam ensures absolute safety, security for Independence Day parade; Nearly 14,000 prisoners to receive amnesty on Independence Day occasion; Vietnam, Slovakia reaffirm strong ties, boost cooperation; Vietnam, Cambodia to open Tan Nam – Meun Chey border gate pair in October...
Special Stamp Set Issued to Commemorate 80th anniversary of Vietnam Independence Day
On August 26 in Hanoi, the commemorative stamp set titled “80th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – September 2, 2025)” was officially released, honoring the historic moment of the nation's sacred declaration of independence. On this occasion, the Press Center designated for the September 2 Independence Day Celebration was also formally inaugurated.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 29): Vietnam, Brazil Promote Launch of Vietnam - MERCOSUR FTA Negotiations
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 29): Vietnam, Brazil promote launch of Vietnam - MERCOSUR FTA negotiations; Vietnam and New Zealand examine measures to raise trade to US$3 bln in 2026; Foreign diplomats impressed by Vietnam’s remarkable transformation; Series of cultural, historical tourism activities to mark National Day in Hanoi.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 28): Vietnam, Laos Strengthen Friendship, Comprehensive Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 28): Vietnam, Laos strengthen friendship, comprehensive cooperation; Vietnam, Cuba boost economic, trade, and investment ties; Vietnam, Australia look to step up multifaceted cooperation; Tourism in Hanoi surges with over 21.58 million visitors in eight months.
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 27): Vietnam and Singapore Strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 27): Vietnam and Singapore strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership; Vietnam attracts higher-quality FDI with rising US, European capital flows; Vietnam tourism introduced in RoK’s Gyeongsangbuk-do province; Samsung urged to expand investment in Vietnam.
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.
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.
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. 24): 50 Years of Vietnam–Nepal Relations: New Milestone in Bilateral Ties
Vietnam News Today (Aug. 24): 50 years of Vietnam–Nepal relations: a new milestone in bilateral ties; Vietnam poised for dynamic growth, says Chinese scholar; Vietnamese culinary week highlights 55 years of Vietnam–Sri Lanka ties; Storm Kajiki to hit central Vietnam with wind gusts up to level 15.
