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Viet Nam Briefs Foreign Diplomatic Missions and International Organizations on 14th National Party Congress
At the briefing, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung stated that the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam is of watershed significance, marking a particularly important milestone in the country’s development process.
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International Scholars: 14th National Party Congress Opens New Era of Development for Vietnam
The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, scheduled to take place in January 2026, is not only a major political event for the country but has also attracted widespread attention from the international community. Many scholars, economists, and international organizations believe that the 14th Congress will serve as an important milestone, ushering in a new era of development for Vietnam with long-term strategic orientations and a vision extending to the mid-21st century.
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Vietnam News Today (Jan. 9): Vietnam Potentially Becomes Southeast Asia’s Third-Largest Economy
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 9): Norway, Vietnam discuss ways to boost all-around cooperation; Vietnam maintains fine traditional relations with Venezuela: Spokeswoman; Chinese scholar praises Vietnam’s proactive and balanced foreign policy; Vietnam potentially becomes Southeast Asia’s third-largest economy.
Vietnam-Indonesia Relations: Seven Decades of Strategic Partnership
Over the course of more than seven decades of formation and development, Vietnam-Indonesia relations have evolved beyond the conventional bilateral framework to become a vital pillar of the regional architecture.
Key Highlights of Vietnam’s External Relations in 2025
The year 2025 marked a dynamic, comprehensive, and in-depth period for Vietnam’s external relations, against the backdrop of an increasingly complex and unpredictable global and regional landscape. Upholding a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralization, and diversification of international relations, Vietnam has continued to consolidate its position, credibility, and increasingly important role on the international stage.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 5): Vietnam, China Push to Deepen Trade, Finance Ties
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 5): Vietnam, China push to deepen trade, finance ties; Vietnam positions culture as a pillar of sustainable development; Energy – key to Vietnam’s growth through 2045: Belgian expert; Quang Ninh sees tourism surge over New Year holiday.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 3): Vietnamese Economy at Crossroads as 2026 Opens New Growth Cycle
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 3): Enhancing resilience key to Vietnam's stable growth: Argentine politician; Vietnamese economy at crossroads as 2026 opens new growth cycle; Quy Nhon among best cities to visit in 2026: Lonely Planet; Citizen protection measures rolled out following bar fire in Switzerland.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 2): Vogue Ranks Vietnam Among Standout Destinations for 2026
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 2): Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone; Vietnam targets double-digit growth in 2026 with massive investment push; ADB Country Director breaks down Vietnam's 2025 success and 2026 prospects; Vogue ranks Vietnam among standout destinations for 2026.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 1): Vietnam And China to Deepen Strategic Economic And Financial Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 1): State President meets outgoing Saudi Arabian, Philippine ambassadors; Vietnam and China to deepen strategic economic and financial cooperation; Vietnam's outreach to overseas community signals open policy shift: AVTN President; Vietnam's retail market hits 269 bln USD as e-commerce booms.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 30): Russia Remains Reliable Partner of Vietnam in New Development Era
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 30): PM urges proactive diplomacy to enhance Vietnam’s role globally in 2026; National Data Center No.1 to help accelerate digital transformation; Russia remains reliable partner of Vietnam in new development era; Vietnam boosts cooperation with Inter-Parliamentary Union.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 29): Vietnam, Laos Strengthen Cooperation in Border Management, Development
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 29): Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation in border management, development; Vietnam-France friendship association marks 70 years of people-to-people ties; New bridge inaugurated to boost Laos–Thailand–Vietnam trade connectivity; High standards key for businesses to unlock VEFTA benefits.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 28): Official Calls for Stronger Vietnam – RoK Economic, Locality-to-Locality Links
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 28): Official calls for stronger Vietnam – RoK economic, locality-to-locality links; Vietnam calls for stronger information cooperation with Russia; Vietnam boasts record-breaking growth in 2025: HSBC specialist; Major trends shaping Southeast Asia next year and opportunities for Vietnam.
Renewing Strategy for Mobilizing Foreign NGO Aid: Key Breakthrough Task
On December 25 in Hung Yen Province, the Hung Yen Union of Friendship Organizations held its First Congress for the 2025–2030 term. According to the report presented at the congress, during the 2025–2030 period, the union will focus on implementing three key task groups, among which renewing the strategy for mobilizing foreign non-governmental aid is identified as a pivotal and breakthrough mission.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 27): E-commerce Charts New Runway for Vietnam’s Digital Exports
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 27): Youth festival reinforces solidarity among Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos; New publication highlights Germany – Vietnam partnership; E-commerce charts new runway for Vietnam’s digital exports; Domestic tourism sees strong uptick ahead of New Year holiday.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 26): Vietnamese, Lao Provinces Enhance Youth Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 26): Vietnam and Azerbaijan boost defense industry cooperation; Vietnamese, Lao provinces enhance youth cooperation; Exhibition highlights vitality of Vietnamese cultural heritage; Vietnam named among Asia’s most attractive winter destinations for Indians.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 25): Vietnam, Russia Explore Cooperation Opportunities in Digital Era
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 25): Vietnam, Russia explore cooperation opportunities in digital era; Vietnam, Uzbekistan boost cooperation in trade, automobile industry and logistics; Vietnam’s 2025 growth outperforms expectations despite challenges; Vietnam, MERCOSUR to soon launch PTA negotiations.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 24): Vietnam - Rising Star in Asia
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 24): Vietnam – A rising star in Asia: Indian professor; Valuable artifacts, documents on Vietnam-Indonesia friendship exhibited; Vietnam’s economy surges in 2025, sets sights on double-digit growth in 2026; Vietnam poised to become regional LNG hub amid energy transition.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 23): FDI Inflows Gain Momentum in Vietnam’s Southern Key Economic Region
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 23): Official affirms Vietnam's readiness to help Cambodia, Thailand stabilize relations; UOB raises Vietnam’s 2025 GDP growth forecast to 7.7%; FDI inflows gain momentum in Vietnam’s southern key economic region; 33rd SEA Games closes with resonant celebration of champions.
Strengthening Core Role of Vietnam Fatherland Front in Empowering the People in New Development Era
On December 18 in Hanoi, a scientific workshop entitled “Promoting the core role of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and socio-political organizations to enable the people to exercise their mastery in the country’s new development period - theory, practice, proposals, recommendations, and solutions” was held.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 22): Vietnam’s International Financial Center Officially Comes Into Being
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 22): Vietnam’s International Financial Center officially comes into being; Vietnam highlights diplomatic gains, growing ties with Brazil, Guyana; Mercosur launches preferential trade agreement talks with Vietnam; Vietnam trade hits record USD 920 billion, enters top 15 globally.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 21): Vietnam, Hong Kong Enhance Trade, Finance, Investment Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 21): Vietnam, Hong Kong enhance trade, finance, investment cooperation; Vietnam, US vow to boost political, security, defense ties at 14th dialogue; Vietnam emerges as Ireland’s most promising economic partner in ASEAN; Vietnam set to enter Top 15 global trading economies this year.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 20): Vietnam–Singapore Trade Hits Record High as Re-exports Drive Growth
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 20): Vietnam–Laos step up cooperation in procuracy sector; Vietnam–Singapore trade hits record high as re-exports drive growth; Vietnam fulfils key targets at 33rd SEA Games: delegation head; Halal market offers significant growth opportunities for Vietnamese exporters.
Hanoi Seeks Japan’s Experience to Support Its Long-Term Development Vision
On December 17, as part of activities to strengthen Vietnam-Japan relations, Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc received a delegation from the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, led by Japanese Ambassador to Hanoi Ito Naoki, to exchange views on strategic cooperation orientations in the new phase and to share experience in long-term development.
