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Kyrgyz PM meets with Vietnamese business community

He said Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan have significant potential to promote collaboration in various promising sectors, such as agriculture, hydro-power, renewable energy, tourism, information technology, and digital economy.

Vietnam needs clear strategy for private economic development: Party chief

Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that changes in mindsets and perceptions are essential to transform policies and actions towards the private economic sector.

French Navy’s advanced escort frigate Provence docks in Ho Chi Minh City

The French Navy’s Provence, one of its most advanced escort frigates, has arrived in Ho Chi Minh City. Equipped for air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and reconnaissance, the ship strengthens Vietnam-France defense ties.

Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam to visit ASEAN Secretariat for the first time

As part of his state visit to Indonesia and Singapore, General Secretary To Lam will make history as the first Vietnamese leader to visit the ASEAN Secretariat, reinforcing Vietnam’s commitment to regional integration.

Vietnamese and Kyrgyz Prime Ministers visit Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Adylbek Kasymaliev toured the Ho Chi Minh Presidential Site, visiting the Stilt House, fish pond, and sharing Vietnamese coffee in a gesture of friendship and cultural exchange.

Vietnam’s military merges key defense agencies to enhance efficiency

Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense has announced major structural reforms, merging several key agencies to streamline military operations. The restructuring was completed ahead of schedule to improve national defense efficiency.

Vietnam’s top leaders meet Kyrgyzstan’s PM to enhance bilateral cooperation

Vietnam’s General Secretary, President, and National Assembly Chairman met with Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister to discuss trade, security, and diplomatic cooperation. The visit marks a new phase in Vietnam-Kyrgyzstan relations.

General Secretary To Lam to make first official overseas visit of 2025

General Secretary To Lam will visit Indonesia, the ASEAN Secretariat, and Singapore from March 9 to 13, 2025. The visit aims to strengthen Vietnam’s diplomatic, economic, and regional cooperation with its key partners.

Eliminating districts and merging provinces: How Vietnam’s governance may evolve

Vietnam’s government is considering fundamental administrative changes, including removing the district level and redefining local governance. Legal experts propose a two-tier system with provincial and local authority for a more efficient structure.

Vietnam-South Korea partnership: Driving tech self-sufficiency and innovation

South Korean Ambassador Choi Young Sam discusses trade, investment, and technology cooperation, highlighting South Korea’s role in Vietnam’s economic growth.

Vietnam welcomes Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister in historic visit

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a formal welcome ceremony for Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister Adylbek Kasimalyev at the Presidential Palace on March 6.

Vietnam chairs 75th meeting of Initiative for ASEAN Integration Task Force

This was the first meeting presided over by Vietnam as the Chair of the IAI Task Force in 2025. The meeting aimed to review the implementation of IAI projects and propose solutions to improve the effectiveness of the IAI Work Plan.

Commune police can handle up to 35 administrative procedures

Eligible commune-level police units can now process up to 35 administrative procedures and online public services across various domains.

Five factors to consider when merging provinces

National Assembly Deputy Pham Trong Nghia believes that to abolish district-level administration, amendments to the Constitution must be studied, and the merger of provinces must be based on clear criteria.

Vietnam, Cuba eye joint ventures in manufacturing and trade

Cuban Minister of Domestic Trade Betsy Díaz Velázquez has expressed a strong interest in fostering joint ventures with Vietnamese partners in manufacturing and trade within Cuba's domestic market.

Vietnam co-sponsors UN resolution on 80th anniversary of end of WWII

Established to prevent future conflicts, the UN has set key principles governing international relations and advanced the global decolonisation process.

National Assembly to review constitutional amendments in March

The National Assembly is set to review and amend key constitutional provisions concerning Vietnam’s political system, with reports due by March 15.

Vietnam, RoK bolster digital transformation cooperation in judicial sector

Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court Le Minh Tri has called on the Republic of Korea (RoK) to enhance support, exchanges, and training in electronic investigation and evidence, and in the fight against high-tech and transnational crimes.

Vietnam, UK strengthen cooperation in combating human trafficking

Vietnam considers combating human trafficking a crucial task to protect human rights in accordance with international law, including international conventions on human rights to which Vietnam is a signatory.

Vietnam-Singapore relations poised for new heights

With economic collaboration on the rise, Vietnam-Singapore trade is projected to grow by around 10% annually over the next three years, while increased investment from Singaporean enterprises is anticipated.