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PM urges SYRE to invest in green, circular textile industry in Vietnam

The PM hailed SYRE’s plan to invest in the south-central province of Binh Dinh, calling it a wise choice given the locality’s favourable business environment and well-developed infrastructure, including an airport and deep-water seaport.

PM attends virtual summit on climate action

To effectively deal with these challenges, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the need for a new global-scale, comprehensive and inclusive mindset and approach; and for higher determination, stronger efforts, and more drastic actions.

Diplomacy’s peace building role demonstrated throughout historical periods

For Vietnam, the victory on April 30, 1975, was a profoundly significant event in the nation's history.

Cuban artist’s paintings portray Vietnam’s victory

Vietnam’s resistance war against the US for national salvation was brought to life through emotive artworks at the exhibition “Vietnam, Victory!”, which opened at Galería Tomy in Havana, Cuba on April 21.

No Vietnamese casualties in India terrorist attack: embassy

The Vietnamese Embassy in India has confirmed that there are no Vietnamese casualties in a deadly terrorist attack that occurred in the Baisaran valley of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) territory in northern India on April 22 (local time).

Hanoi ranks 60th in Satisfaction Index of Public Administrative Services

Hanoi ranked 60th out of 63 provinces and cities in the Satisfaction Index of Public Administrative Services (SIPAS) in March, with 58.5 out of 100 points, according to the evaluation results on the National Public Service Portal.

Soldiers joining Red Square parade in Moscow assigned tasks

The participation in the Red Square parade is one of the crucial defence diplomacy activities of the VPA in 2025, and it also helps strengthen the strategic trust between the militaries of Vietnam and Russia.

Vietnam eyes opportunities in Chile as gateway to South American markets

In 2024, two-way trade reached nearly 1.8 billion USD, with Vietnam’s exports, mainly seafood, coffee, rice, and cement, accounting for 1.4 billion USD.

Vietnamese officer receives presidential order for UN peacekeeping mission

Major Su Tan Phi Long will serve at MINUSCA in the Central African Republic, representing Vietnam’s growing peacekeeping role.

President Luong Cuong to visit Laos in first official trip abroad of 2025

At the invitation of Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, President Luong Cuong will make his first overseas visit as Head of State from April 24–25.

Vietnam hands over remains of four missing US soldiers in Da Nang

Vietnam and the US held the 169th repatriation ceremony for American soldiers missing in action during the Vietnam War, highlighting decades of reconciliation efforts.

Vietnam to join Russia’s Red Square parade with 68 elite soldiers

A delegation of 68 officers from the Army Officer Training School No.1 will represent the Vietnam People’s Army at the Victory Day military parade held at Moscow’s iconic Red Square.

President of Vietnam honors first Vietnamese woman to fly into space

President Luong Cuong sends heartfelt letter to Amanda Nguyen, celebrating her groundbreaking journey into space.

UN deputy chiefs praise Vietnam’s remarkable development progress

Visiting Vietnam for the P4G Summit, two UN under-secretaries-general praised the country’s transformation and pledged continued support in key sustainable goals.

Vietnam invites China’s defense chief to April 30 reunification celebration

Defense Minister Phan Van Giang formally invited his Chinese counterpart to attend Vietnam’s 50th Reunification Day and send troops for a military parade.

Laos and Cambodia to march in Vietnam’s 50th reunification parade

Military formations from Laos and Cambodia will join Ho Chi Minh City's April 30 parade to mark 50 years of Vietnam’s reunification.

Vietnam hands over 2025 P4G summit role to Ethiopia

At the summit’s close, PM Pham Minh Chinh passed the P4G hosting symbol to Ethiopia, highlighting global unity for green development.

Prime Ministers of Vietnam and Ethiopia visit Tran Quoc Pagoda

In a display of cultural diplomacy, the two Prime Ministers and their spouses visited Tran Quoc Pagoda and enjoyed Hanoi's iconic lakeside views.

Chinese defense minister greets Vietnamese counterpart at border ceremony

The 9th Vietnam-China Border Defense Exchange opens with high-level greetings and symbolic acts.

Vietnam to elect 500 new lawmakers on March 15, 2026

The 16th National Assembly and People’s Council elections are scheduled earlier than usual.