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Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security Commits to Standing with International Community for Peace, Stability, and Common Security
On January 27 in Hanoi, Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security held a New Year meeting with ambassadors, heads of diplomatic missions, and representatives of international organizations on the occasion of the Lunar New Year Bính Ngọ 2026. General Luong Tam Quang, Member of the Politburo and Minister of Public Security, delivered a message outlining orientations for international security cooperation, emphasizing Vietnam’s commitment to standing alongside the international community for peace, stability, and common security.
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Vietnamese State President Chairs Official Welcome Ceremony for EC President
The European Union and Vietnam officially established diplomatic relations on November 28, 1990. Since then, their ties have grown positively, with frequent high-level meetings and exchanges, both bilaterally and on the sidelines of multilateral forums. The two sides coordinate closely in international organisations, particularly within the framework of ASEAN–EU, the Asia-Europe Meeting, and the UN.
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Vietnam News Today (Jan. 29): APEC 2027 Helps Elevates Vietnam’s Int’l Role in New Era
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 29): APEC 2027 helps elevates Vietnam’s int’l role in new era: PM; Cambodian media spotlights Vietnam’s new development milestone; Vietnam emerges as magnet for AI investment; Vietnamese goods prepared for Lunar New Year shopping season in France.
Top Lao Leader Arrives in Hanoi, Beginning State Visit to Vietnam
Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam highlighted that Party General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith’s selection of Vietnam as the first country to visit following the successful National Congresses of both Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and Communist Party of Vietnam carries profound political and diplomatic significance.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 26): Vietnamese, Indian Peoples Strengthen Friendship
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 26): Laos always regards relations with Vietnam as top foreign policy priority: ambassador; Vietnamese, Indian peoples strengthen friendship; Vietnam shines at FITUR int’l tourism fair in Spain; Cold air to hit Northern Vietnam repeatedly ahead of Lunar New Year.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 25): Vietnam Enters New Era With Bold Leadership and Bigger Ambitions
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 25): Vietnam enters a new era with bold leadership and bigger ambitions; Vietnam a pillar of stability in Southeast Asia amid volatile geopolitics: Expert; France supports Vietnam’s growing role in international arena: French Ambassador; Vietnam emerges as one of Asia’s must-visit destinations.
Unity and consensus for steady progress on the new development path
The 14th National Party Congress was a great success, opening a new stage of national development in a new context with new goals. With the guiding principle of “Solidarity – Democracy – Discipline – Breakthrough – Development,” the Congress completed its entire agenda after five days of intensive work, concluding one and a half days earlier than scheduled.
Congratulations sent to Party General Secretary To Lam on re-election
High-ranking leaders of Laos, China and Cambodia sent their messages and letters of congratulations to General Secretary To Lam on his re-election as the Communist Party of Vietnam chief by the 14th Party Central Committee on January 23 afternoon.
Renewing mindset, setting development vision through 2045: Party General Secretary To Lam
The political report integrates three previously separate documents - the political report, the socio-economic report and the review of Party building - into a single, unified and comprehensive one, with clearer priorities. Designed to be concise, easy to understand, remember and implement, this integration stands out as a key hallmark of the Congress.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 24): Int’l Friends Show Confidence in Vietnam’s Steady Development in New Era
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 24): Vietnam ready to play active role in global affairs, says Party chief To Lam; Int’l friends show confidence in Vietnam’s steady development in new era; Vietnamese in Malaysia pin high hopes on nation’s new development phase; Vietnam outlines ASEAN cooperation priorities at WEF Davos
Party General Secretary To Lam chairs int'l press conference to announce outcomes of 14th National Party Congress
The Party chief stressed that the 14th National Congress was a resounding success, calling it a historic milestone in the Party’s 96-year journey and the country’s millennia-long history.
List of newly-elected members of 14th Political Bureau announced
At the closing session of the 14th National Party Congress on January 23 afternoon, Politburo member, Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man, on behalf of the Congress’s Presidium, reported on the results of the election of the Political Bureau.
14th Party Central Committee unanimously elects To Lam as General Secretary
The 14th Party Central Committee reached absolute consensus in electing General Secretary of the 13th Party Central Committee To Lam as General Secretary of the 14th Party Central Committee.
International Partners of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Send Congratulatory Messages on the 14th National Party Congress
On the occasion of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, many international partners of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) have sent congratulatory letters expressing their friendship, highly valuing Vietnam’s achievements, and conveying their confidence that the Congress will open up new development orientations for the country.
International Scholars and Politicians Express Confidence in Vietnam’s Development Prospects
The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam has been widely regarded by international scholars, politicians, and experts as a historic milestone that lays the foundation for a new era of national development. This new phase is associated with institutional reform, the promotion of science and technology, expanded international integration, and the enhancement of Vietnam’s standing on the global stage.
14th National Party Congress carries strategic significance for regional peace, stability: Cambodia’s CPP Vice President
Samdech Kittisangha Bundit Men Sam An, Vice President of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) and a senior advisor to the King of Cambodia, stressed that the CPV’s 14th Congress carries far-reaching importance for ruling parties in the region, including the CPP.
French Communist Party highlights 14th National Party Congress as strategic milestone
The PCF highly values these accomplishments, describing them as “truly exemplary and heroic”, and looks forward to the CPV entering a new stage of socio-economic development as it moves towards the centenary milestones of the Party’s founding and the nation’s establishment.
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 23): 14th National Party Congress – Milestone Shaping Brighter Future for Vietnam
Vietnam News Today (Jan. 23): 14th National Party Congress – milestone shaping brighter future for Vietnam; Vietnam supports UN Security Council’s substantive reform; Phu Quoc named among TravelAwaits’ top 10 trending destinations for 2026; Roasted pork belly bread leads TasteAtlas’ 100 Vietnamese dishes list.
14th National Party Congress: Party, State place higher trust, greater responsibility on foreign affairs
Ambassador Dang Minh Khoi emphasised that in order to achieve fast development in the coming period, including double-digit growth, foreign affairs must play a proactive role in mobilising external resources while internal strength remains the decisive factor.
14th National Party Congress: Vietnam – A "pillar" of diplomacy in ASEAN
Since joining ASEAN in 1995, Vietnam has undergone a remarkable transformation to become an indispensable link in the global supply chain by investing heavily in export-oriented industries and maintaining robust social stability.
14th National Party Congress: A message of stability, balance in turbulent world
As a country that attracts the attention and engagement of most major powers, one of Vietnam’s key challenges is to demonstrate its ability to maintain a balanced approach in relations with these partners, said Claude Blanchemaison, former French Ambassador to Vietnam.
Russian Media Praise Vietnam’s Resolve to Put People at Foundation of Development
On January 20, the website of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (kprf.ru) and the online edition of Rossiyskaya Gazeta (rg.ru) - the official newspaper of the Russian Government, published articles analyzing and assessing the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (the 14th Congress). The articles underscored Vietnam’s strong determination to transform itself in a new phase of development, with a consistent orientation of placing the People as the foundation, the subject, and the center of development.
Health minister highlights comprehensive, people-centred healthcare orientation
Member of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Health Dao Hong Lan said the Politburo's Resolution No. 72 provides a breakthrough orientation for the protection, care and improvement of the people’s health. It places the people’s health at the centre of all healthcare policies and services, while aiming to address long-standing bottlenecks in the health sector that have yet to be fundamentally resolved.
