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Top Vietnamese leader confident relations with Russia will continue to develop strongly

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam said he believes that the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia would continue to develop strongly, substantively and effectively.

Vietnam, Russia strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership in new development era

Hanoi pitches tourism in Beijing to deepen travel ties

Vietnam-Laos border communities strengthen bonds of friendship

New entrants heat up aviation market as cost pressures mount

Vietnam, Mongolia seek new momentum in comprehensive partnership

At the invitation of Mongolian Parliament Speaker Sandag Byambatsogt and his spouse, National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and his spouse, along with a high-level Vietnamese delegation, will pay an official visit to Mongolia from September 11.

Vietnam’s National Day celebrated in Thailand, Japan, Brazil

Vietnamese Consul General in Khon Kaen Dinh Hoang Linh noted that building upon the friendship and cooperation over the past five decades, and with continuously strengthened political trust, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and Thailand will keep growing substantively, serving the interests of both peoples and standing as a model of development cooperation within ASEAN.

81st anniversary of traditional day of Vietnamese diplomatic sector observed in New York

Skilled workforce vital to Vietnam’s nuclear power programme

The long-term challenge Vietnam must proactively address is building a pool of personnel in management, regulation, research and development, and technical support. These are areas in which the country must take the initiative in training and building up its own capabilities so that it can independently conduct assessments, evaluate safety, verify technical calculations, carry out research, and provide support for the sustainable development of the nuclear programme.

OP-ED: A century of aspirations, a rising Vietnam

August Revolution lessons guide Vietnam into the new era

The 1945 August Revolution marked a historic turning point in Vietnam’s struggle for national independence, demonstrating the power of unity, self-reliance and strategic vision. Eighty-one years on, these enduring values continue to provide inspiration and momentum for Vietnam’s development in the new era.

1945 August Revolution: A triumph of patriotism and the aspiration for national independence

The 1945 August Revolution was a landmark victory in Vietnam’s history, ending colonial and feudal rule and giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. The victory ushered in a new era of independence and freedom and strongly inspired national liberation movements around the world.

OP-ED: From historic autumn of 1945 to 2045 aspiration

Eighty-one years since the August Revolution of 1945, Vietnam is at the threshold of another transformation, from a developing country to a developed, high-income nation. What links those two autumns is a refusal to bow to adversity, along with the embrace of self-reliance, national solidarity and confidence in the path chosen by the Party and President Ho Chi Minh.

OP-ED: Foreign policy must serve the national interest

It is no coincidence that Resolution No. 06-NQ/TW identifies foreign affairs as a key, regular task. In a world changing rapidly and marked by uncertainty, any disagreement or shift in relations among major powers can have a direct impact on Vietnam’s development environment.

50 years of Vietnam–Thailand diplomatic ties: Ambassadors confident of stronger Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

2026 marks a special milestone in relations between Vietnam and Thailand as the two countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties (August 6, 1976–August 6, 2026). Over five decades of sustained efforts, Vietnam–Thailand relations have developed comprehensively, becoming one of the most dynamic and effective bilateral relationships in the region.

Vietnam steps up e-visa rollout to protect citizens, international visitors

Supported by more open visa policies, Vietnam welcomed more than 22.8 million international visitors in 2025, the highest figure on record.

33rd Diplomatic Conference: Foreign affairs to help shape new era of national development

The 33rd Diplomatic Conference officially opened in Hanoi on August 1, with presentations from ministries, central agencies and local authorities offering in-depth analysis of practical developments and proposing breakthrough solutions across a wide range of sectors, contributing to the country's diplomatic agenda in a new era of development.

OP-ED: Transition to new development stage: Action is decisive factor

The fourth strategic shift outlined at the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee is therefore about building national resilience. The objective is not to eliminate every possible risk, but to strengthen the country's ability to adapt and recover when disruptions occur.

Cambodian NA President’s visit to deepen parliamentary cooperation with Vietnam: Ambassador

The visit by NA President Khuon Sudary from July 27 - 29, together with previous high-level visits, once again demonstrate the importance the two sides attach to strengthening political trust and promoting comprehensive cooperation, contributing to boosting parliamentary cooperation, mutual understanding and the sharing of legislative experience.

OP-ED: Indicators of success in streamlining State apparatus

More than a year after Vietnam embarked on its sweeping administrative restructuring, the country's governance system has undergone significant changes. The administrative apparatus at all levels has been streamlined, intermediate layers reduced, and the functions, responsibilities and authority of state agencies gradually clarified. Greater decentralisation has also strengthened the role of grassroots authorities.

Vietnam’s first patient with systemic lupus erythematosus recovers thanks to CAR-T immune cell therapy

Vinmec Smart City Hospital in Hanoi announced it has successfully applied CAR-T cell therapy for the first time to treat a 28-year-old female patient suffering from systemic lupus erythematosus with severe kidney damage.

Vietnam steps up export to achieve 550-billion-USD target

Against a backdrop of persistent uncertainty in global commerce, the Government is implementing a broad range of measures to strengthen export growth during the remainder of the year.

OP-ED: Where public trust is secured, everything else falls into place

Instead of merely handling information after an incident already occurred, it is necessary to proactively gauge public sentiment, anticipate trends in public opinion and address at an early stage issues that could undermine public trust. In other words, the focus must shift from “managing information” to proactively “governing public trust”.

OP-ED: Foreign affairs expand Vietnam’s development space

Recent diplomatic activities demonstrated that the foreign policy set out at the 14th National Party Congress is being translated into concrete action, reaffirming diplomacy as a “vital and regular” task alongside national defence and security.

OP-ED: Do not waste time, do not miss opportunities for growth

Combating waste today is not simply about preventing losses, but about preserving and making full use of opportunities for growth, generating new resources and fresh momentum to enable the country to develop more rapidly and sustainably.