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Enduring Contemporary Significance of Comrade Ho Tung Mau’s Revolutionary Life
On June 14 in Nghe An Province, the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, in coordination with the Central Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilization and the Nghe An Provincial Party Committee, held a scientific conference titled “Comrade Ho Tung Mau - A loyal and talented leader of the Party and the Vietnamese revolution.” The conference not only highlighted Ho Tung Mau’s significant contributions to Vietnam’s revolutionary cause but also reaffirmed that the values embodied in his thought, morality, and spirit of dedication continue to hold profound significance for the cause of national construction and defense in the current era.
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PM Departs for ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit
PM Hung’s participation in this summit once again reflects Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, resilience, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, as well as the diversification and multilateralisation of external relations in line with the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress.
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Vietnam News Today (Jun. 16): Vietnam-France Cooperation Supports Comprehensive Child Development
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 16): Vietnam - bridge in advancing ASEAN–Russia relations; Vietnam, China promote development strategy connectivity, substantive cooperation; Vietnam-France cooperation supports comprehensive child development; Vietnam charts new course for FDI attraction.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 14): Prime Minister’s Upcoming Trip to Give Fresh Impetus to Vietnam - Russia Ties
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 14): Prime Minister’s upcoming trip to give fresh impetus to Vietnam - Russia ties: Ambassador; Vietnam seeks expanded US partnership in searching remains of martyrs; Vietnam targets 30% GDP from FDI by 2045; Vietnam remains attractive to Swedish investors.
Vietnam and Canada Promote Cooperation on Judicial Reform
On the afternoon of June 11, at the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Headquarters, Tran Sy Thanh, Politburo Member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Chairman of the Central Inspection Commission, received Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Jim Nickel.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 13): Vietnam’s Economy Demonstrates Resilience Amid Cost Pressures, External Uncertainties
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 13): Vietnam, Japan cultivate energy collaboration; Vietnam’s economy demonstrates resilience amid cost pressures, external uncertainties; Vietnam targets digital economy to contribute 30% of GDP by 2030; Vietnam outpaces Thailand and Singapore in attracting Australian tourists.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 12): Government Chief Greatly Values JICA's New ODA Proposals for Vietnam
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 12): Government chief greatly values JICA's new ODA proposals for Vietnam; Vietnam proposes three Asian cooperation orientations; Vietnam and India join forces to restore My Son Sanctuary’s E-F towers; Steady start and major breakthrough for Vietnam's private economy.
Vietnam Proposes Visa Exemption for Vietnamese Citizens Traveling to Japan
During meetings with leaders of Japan’s National Diet, government, and organizations in Tokyo from June 8-10, Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau proposed that Japan continue simplifying entry procedures and move toward granting visa exemptions for Vietnamese citizens. He also called for expanded cooperation in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, digital transformation, and high-quality human resource development.
International Friends Commend Vietnam’s Role in Shaping ASEAN’s Future
Within the framework of the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026, held in Hanoi on June 8-9, numerous ambassadors and international diplomats praised Vietnam’s increasingly proactive role in promoting dialogue, strengthening regional solidarity, and contributing to the development of ASEAN’s vision for the new era.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 11): Vietnam's Growing Influence Highlighted at ASEAN Future Forum
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 11): Vietnam regards Japan as one of its most important partners; Vietnam, Cambodia seek deeper parliamentary cooperation; Vietnam's growing influence highlighted at ASEAN Future Forum; Repositioning Vietnam in global technology value chain.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026: Vietnam’s Imprint and Message of Regional Unity
The event not only reaffirmed ASEAN’s central role but also highlighted the proactive efforts of Vietnam and other regional countries to foster unity and development amid global geopolitical changes.
Top Vietnamese Leader’s Remarks at Reception for Participants in ASEAN Future Forum 2026
The measure of success in the coming period should not simply be how many additional documents, mechanisms or action plans ASEAN produces; more importantly, it should be measured by the extent to which ASEAN’s commitments are implemented in practice, what changes they bring about for the region, and what benefits they deliver to people, businesses and each member economy, said the top Vietnamese leader.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 10): Party and State Leader To Lam Receives ASEAN Future Forum Delegates
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 10): Party and State leader To Lam receives ASEAN Future Forum delegates; Defense cooperation a key pillar of Vietnam-Laos special relationship; Vietnam, Timor-Leste agree to expand multifaceted cooperation; Vietnamese, Chinese youth promote traditional friendship.
Vietnam Fatherland Front and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Promote Cooperation and People-to-People Exchanges
On June 8 in Hanoi, Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Politburo Member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and President of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), received Xian Hui, Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), on the occasion of the delegation’s visit and working trip to Vietnam. The two sides agreed to further leverage their role as a bridge between the peoples of the two countries, promote the implementation of agreed areas of cooperation, contribute to deepening Vietnam-China relations, and realize the common understandings reached by the senior leaders of the two Parties and two States.
ASEAN Must Become Active Force in Shaping New Rules of Era: Vietnamese PM
ASEAN should continue upholding the values that have underpinned its success - solidarity, resilience and unity in diversity, while embracing greater innovation in both thinking and action. The bloc should remain firm in its principles while becoming more agile in its responses to emerging challenges and opportunities, said PM Le Minh Hung.
9th National Congress of Vietnam Farmers' Union Opens in Ha Noi
On the morning of June 8 in Hanoi, the 9th National Congress of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union for the 2026-2031 term officially opened with the participation of 600 outstanding delegates representing nearly 10 million officials, members, and farmers nationwide.
AFF 2026: Advancing Resilient, People-Centered ASEAN
According to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Manh Cuong, the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 (AFF 2026) will provide a platform for leaders, scholars, businesses, youth, and partners to discuss solutions for strengthening ASEAN centrality, enhancing resilience, and promoting people-centered development amid a rapidly changing regional and global landscape.
Prime Minister Hun Manet’s Visit to Vietnam: Creating New Momentum for Vietnam-Cambodia Relations
According to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the invitation of Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Le Minh Hung, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet will pay an official visit to Vietnam and attend the third ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) from June 8 to 9, 2026.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 8): Regional Leaders Gather in Hanoi to Shape ASEAN’s Next Chapter
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 8): Vietnam, Laos aim for US$10 billion in bilateral trade by 2030; Vietnam, Thailand political parties seek closer ties; Regional leaders gather in Hanoi to shape ASEAN’s next chapter; Vietnamese community in Germany’s NRW state joins hands for sustainable development.
Nationwide Movement Launched on Environment Protection For a Green, Clean, and Beautiful Vietnam
On June 6 in Nghe An, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, and the Nghe An People's Committee jointly launched a nationwide campaign calling on all citizens to protect the environment for a greener, cleaner, and more beautiful Vietnam. The event was held in response to World Environment Day, World Oceans Day, the Month of Action for the Environment, and Vietnam Sea and Islands Week 2026.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 7): Vietnam, Canada Agree On Economic Cooperation Priorities for Next Period
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 7): ASEAN Future Forum 2026 affirms Vietnam’s standing; Half a century of Vietnam-Thailand ties: Working together for ASEAN’s future; Vietnam, Canada agree on economic cooperation priorities for next period; Vietnam and Laos promote strategic linkage.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 6): Vietnam, Russia Expand Energy Cooperation
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 6): Vietnam–Laos special relationship remains top priority in foreign policy of both countries: Ambassador; Vietnam, Russia expand energy cooperation; Potential for Vietnam-China cooperation in pollution-control technologies; Vietnamese technology draws major attention at leading global robotics forum.
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 5): Timor-Leste PM to Visit Vietnam, Attend ASEAN Future Forum
Vietnam News Today (Jun. 5): Timor-Leste PM to visit Vietnam, attend ASEAN Future Forum; Vietnam sustains growth momentum in first five months, bolstering double-digit target; Vietnam sees regional cooperation as foundation of broader international strategy: Thai scholar; International arrivals to Vietnam reach record high in first five months.
