The jury unanimously voted on July 24 to confer the prestigious award on the Vietnamese leader, citing his role in "strengthening peace and cooperation among nations."
Lai Chau, Vietnam’s westernmost province, captivates visitors with its rich cultural heritage and spectacular mountain landscapes. Wrapped in clouds for much of the year and blessed with a climate that can deliver four seasons in a single day, its towering peaks have become both a challenge for adventurers and a symbol of the province’s wild natural beauty.
The institutions covered by the scheme are the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), University of Medicine and Pharmacy Ho Chi Minh City (UMP), Vietnamese-German University (VGU) and Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCM).
Vietnam is emerging as one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic logistics markets as companies accelerate supply chain diversification and expand their manufacturing and distribution networks across the region.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam met with representatives of some organisations and businesses in the Philippines on May 31 afternoon, part of his state visit to the archipelagic nation.
Vietnam always values and wishes to further deepen its friendly neighbourly relations with the Philippines in all areas on the basis of a shared commitment to peace, stability and respect for international law, affirmed General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam.
Both sides emphasised the importance of international law and the United Nations Charter, the ASEAN Charter, and the principles of equality, cooperation, and mutual benefit; reaffirmed peace, stability, security, safety, and freedom of navigation and overflight in the East Sea; and stressed the need to resolve disputes peacefully on the basis of international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Vietnam’s becoming the first country in Southeast Asia and the third in the world to ratify the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention, not only demonstrates its strong commitment to cybersecurity but also underscores its active role in strengthening international cooperation against cybercrime. In today’s podcast episode, we explore how the Hanoi Convention reinforces Vietnam’s growing contribution to global efforts to combat cybercrime, drawing on insights from officials and experts at home and abroad.
The trip marks the Vietnamese leader’s first visit to the Philippines as Party General Secretary and State President. It takes place as the two countries are preparing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and as the Philippines assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2026.
General Secretary and State President To Lam has stressed the need to preserve and promote the value of traditional medicine, describing it as an important part of the national healthcare system and a driver for sustainable development, eco-tourism and poverty reduction in the new era.
Most Venerable Thich Tri Quang, Supreme Patriarch of the VBS Patronage Council, called on Buddhist dignitaries, monks, nuns, and followers to continue serving society with mindfulness and compassion, uphold the noble traditions of Vietnamese Buddhism, and spread the light of kindness to foster a better life for all.
Vietnam secured two gold medals in the poomsae events at the 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships in Mongolia, alongside two silvers and five bronzes, highlighting the team’s strong performance at the continental tournament.
The keynote policy address delivered by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam at the opening session of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29 has drawn wide attention from international media outlets and observers.
Vietnam is pushing ahead with efforts to streamline its state apparatus, improve institutions and strengthen national governance capacity, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam said.
At the Octagonal House by Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi, a community art programme has brought residents and visitors a vibrant cultural experience in the heart of the capital.
Alongside the development of historical and community-based tourism, Dien Bien province has recently been promoting agricultural tourism as a promising new direction.
Comprehensive human development today encompasses not only knowledge, physical health and morality, but also skills, adaptability and development continuity.
Vietnam therefore stands ready to work with countries both within and beyond the region to reinforce rules, nurture trust, promote dialogue, enhance cooperation, mitigate risks, and together shape an Asia-Pacific that is safer, more resilient and more prosperous.
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address at the opening of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong agreed to further enhance the effectiveness of bilateral cooperation mechanisms and elevate strategic cooperation in line with the newly established Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
As Vietnam’s leading economic powerhouse, Ho Chi Minh City is entering a new phase of development in which science, technology and innovation have been identified as key engines of growth as in line with Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science – technology development, innovation and national digital transformation.