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Vietnam leads UNHRC discussion on food systems, climate adaptation

The event underscored Vietnam’s proactive role in advancing human rights in the context of climate change, helped strengthen its network of partners, and shared practical lessons with the international community.

Vietnam appoints new personnel for Vietnam – Laos cooperation committee

Minister of Finance Nguyen Van Thang serves as Chairman of the committee while Deputy Minister of Finance Tran Quoc Phuong as Vice Chairman.

Vietnam strengthens cooperation with UN Commission on Int’l Trade Law

Secretary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Anna Joubin-Bret praised Vietnam's active participation in UNCITRAL working groups, particularly during its first term from 2019-2025.

Vietnamese film festival in UK spreads culture through cinema

This year's festival places special focus on the “Doi moi” (Renewal) period, bringing to the audience rare cinematic works that have never been screened in the UK before.

Defence Minister receives Chief of Defence Forces of Thailand

Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission and Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang hosted a reception in Hanoi on July 5 for Chief of Defence Forces of Thailand Gen. Songwit Noonpackdee, who is on an official visit to Vietnam.

PM vows favourable conditions for Brazilian firms to successfully invest in VN

The Vietnamese Government will create all favourable conditions for Brazilian investors to cooperate and invest successfully and sustainably in the Southeast Asian country, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has said.

Vietnamese PM Pham Minh Chinh works with leading Brazilian businesses

PM Pham Minh Chinh had working sessions with leaders of major Brazilian corporations on the morning of July 6 in Rio de Janeiro, with a view to expanding cooperation in aviation, biofuel production, agriculture, food processing and distribution.

Vasco da Gama hosts Vietnam PM, opens door to sports diplomacy

On the afternoon of July 5 (local time), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse visited Vasco da Gama Football Club in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Vietnam and Brazil strengthen strategic partnership at BRICS+ Summit

PM Pham Minh Chinh and President Lula agree to deepen cooperation in trade, tech, and food security.

The standout leaders of six Mekong Delta provinces after merger

Among the newly appointed leaders of six provinces in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, one stands out as the youngest provincial Party Secretary in the country, while most chairpersons of provincial People's Committees were born in the 1970s.

General Secretary calls for bold policy to attract Vietnamese talent

New initiatives seek to bring home at least 100 renowned experts to drive innovation by 2030.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrives in Brazil for BRICS Summit

Vietnam’s Prime Minister arrives in Brazil for the expanded BRICS Summit and bilateral engagements.

Vietnamese leaders extend greetings to Donald Trump on July 4

On the occasion of US Independence Day, top Vietnamese leaders extended congratulatory messages to President Donald Trump and other senior US officials.

Party chief urges stronger leadership for effective local governance

Provincial authorities must promptly allocate additional personnel to communes, wards and special areas which lack professional staff to ensure effective operations, the Party chief said.

Vietnam, Bulgaria seek to bolster trade-investment ties

Vietnam is a key partner for Bulgaria in Southeast Asia, with potential for future joint work in IT, innovation, green transition, digital transformation, high-tech agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.

PM leaves for expanded BRICS summit 2025 in Brazil

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse Le Thi Bich Tran, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Hanoi on July 4 afternoon for Brazil to attend the expanded BRICS summit.

Vietnam, Spain forge financial – trade cooperation

Vietnam and Spain are set to elevate their economic partnership following Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc’s working trip on July 3 to Barcelona, where he engaged with regional leaders and business executives to accelerate cooperation.

Vietnam highlights commitment to gender equality at Global Women’s Summit

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan underscored Vietnam's notable progress in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in recent years, affirming the country's consistent commitment to these priorities.

Vietnam hands over chairmanship of Asia-Pacific Group in Vienna to India

During its six-month term, Vietnam chaired and actively participated in a number of prominent activities, reaffirming the APG’s proactive and constructive engagement in multilateral mechanisms and the United Nations.

New decree addresses int'l deals affected by administrative restructuring

The decree provides specific guidance on how to manage existing international agreements that have been impacted by the reorganisation of state administrative bodies or changes to administrative boundaries.