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Vietnamese Party leader receives Sri Lankan President

The two leaders agreed to further strengthen trust and cohesion between the two countries and their ruling parties.

President of Sri Lanka begins state visit to Vietnam

The trip is the first to Vietnam by a Sri Lankan head of state in 16 years, since 2009, and it is also the first visit to the Southeast Asian nation by President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka since he took office in September 2024.

Vietnamese expats in Russia cheer military parade unit at Moscow’s Red Square

Dozens of soldiers from Vietnam’s People’s Army received a warm welcome from overseas Vietnamese ahead of Victory Day parade.

Vietnam lodges protest over China and Philippines' actions in Spratlys

Vietnam has officially lodged diplomatic protests against both China and the Philippines over recent activities that violate its sovereignty in the Truong Sa (Spratly) Islands, specifically concerning Hoai An Reef and other related maritime features.

Vietnam considers constitutional changes to streamline government structure

Key amendments proposed to modernize local and national governance and clarify roles within the political system.

General Secretary To Lam embarks on state visits to four strategic partners

Vietnam’s top leader will visit Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, and Russia during a key diplomatic tour.

Vietnam’s Gulf of Tonkin baseline declaration cements maritime jurisdiction

Vietnam has submitted its baseline system for the Gulf of Tonkin to the UN, reinforcing its maritime sovereignty under international law.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City to elect 125 council deputies after merger

Vietnam’s two major cities will gain 30 more council seats each under a proposed administrative reform law.

General Secretary To Lam to head national legal reform committee

Vietnam forms a high-level committee led by General Secretary To Lam to drive institutional and legal reform.

Vietnam races against time to have EC’s "yellow card" lifted before Sept. 15

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has proposed the Prime Minister issue an action plan to address the European Commission (EC)'s “yellow card” warning and prepare for the fifth EC inspection.

Vietnam, Hungary celebrate 75 years of ties, April 30 victory

The celebration, held at the iconic Pesti Vigadó on the picturesque banks of the Danube, reaffirmed the strong and evolving traditional friendship between Vietnam and Hungary.

Party chief holds phone talks with European Council President

Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his gratitude to the European Union (EU) and the President of the European Council himself for their warm congratulations on the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.

Sri Lankan President to pay state visit to Vietnam, attend Vesak 2025

Themed “Unity and Inclusivity for Human Dignity: Buddhist Insights for World Peace and Sustainable Development,” Vesak 2025 is scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City from May 6-8.

Ceremony held to see off international military delegations after parade

At the parade, the military formations of China, Laos and Cambodia left a strong impression.

Global leaders congratulate Vietnam on 50th Reunification Day

World leaders and political party heads send messages of support and admiration on the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s national reunification.

We cannot rewrite history, but we can shape the future

"The past is for remembrance, for gratitude, and for lessons learned. The future is for us to build, create, and develop together. That is the solemn promise of today's generation to those who have fallen," wrote General Secretary To Lam

Foreign ambassadors congratulate VN achievements after 50 years of reunification

Ambassadors of countries in Vietnam have extended their congratulations to the Party, State and people of Vietnam on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - 2025).

Vietnam repatriates 221 citizens detained in Myanmar for immigration violations

A total of 221 Vietnamese citizens detained in Myanmar for breaching immigration regulations returned home on April 28-29.

General Secretary To Lam: Advance national harmony policies for a unified future

On the 50th reunification anniversary, General Secretary To Lam called for strong national reconciliation policies rooted in unity and shared identity.

The enduring power of Vietnam’s diplomatic victories

We are honored to present the article “Vietnamese diplomacy's contribution to the liberation of the South and reunification of the nation – Timeless historical lessons” by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son.