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HCM City gathering marks Bastille Day of France

The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) organised a gathering on July 11 to mark the Bastille Day of France (July 14, 1789 - 2025).

Vietnam eyes deeper comprehensive strategic partnership with France

National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh arrived in Paris on July 10, beginning her five-day working visit to France, and attending the 50th meeting of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) General Assembly.

Vietnam, France eye stronger parliamentary cooperation

The two sides spoke highly of the continuously strengthened Vietnam–France Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, particularly through recent high-level delegation exchanges.

Vietnamese culture festival in Lorient draws strong public interest

The third Vietnam Festival in Lorient, France, has concluded with a vibrant art performance titled “Brilliant Vietnam”, leaving a deep impression on local audiences.

Madam Le Thi Bich Tran explores French medieval village and art treasures

French First Lady Brigitte Macron welcomes spouses of global leaders to an artistic excursion.

Vietnam, IP Paris to co-develop AI, ICT graduate programs

Minister of Science and Technology Nguyen Manh Hung emphasized that Institut Polytechnique de Paris (IP Paris), with its leading research capacity and scale, will be a key partner for Vietnam.

Vietnamese, French Prime Ministers hold talks in Paris

Vietnamese PM Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his French counterpart Francois Bayrou in Paris on June 10 afternoon (local time), after concluding his activities at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) in Nice.

Vietnam treasures Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with France: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received National Secretary of the French Communist Party (PCF) Fabien Roussel in Paris on June 10 afternoon (local time).

Vietnamese PM arrives in Nice, beginning working trip to France

This marks the first time a Vietnamese Prime Minister has participated in a UNOC. It is also PM Chinh’s first official visit to France since the two countries upgraded their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in October 2024.

Vietnam and France are part of each other’s long-term strategy

The following is the second part of VietnamNet’s interview with Professor Nguyen Duc Khuong, Executive Director of the Léonard de Vinci Business School and President of AVSE Global, about the relationship between Vietnam and France.

Unplanned moments mark deepening Vietnam-France relations during Macron visit

An unexpected moment at the President Ho Chi Minh relic site highlights personal diplomacy and growing trust between France and Vietnam.

When Vietnam and France forge a new strategic partnership

The relationship between Vietnam and France transcends mere trade, investment or education figures; it requires a distinct approach. Both nations serve as vital “gateways” for each other, connecting Asia and Europe.

Vietnam and France see each other as strategic gateways

Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong outlines strategic collaboration across trade, tech, and culture.

French President concludes state visit to Vietnam

French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse departed Hanoi on May 27 afternoon, concluding their state visit to Vietnam from May 25 to 27, made at the invitation of Vietnamese President Luong Cuong.

Macron: France-Vietnam partnership must focus on youth, innovation

Speaking with Vietnamese students, French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the challenges facing not only France and Vietnam but many countries worldwide, particularly in labor and employment.

France and Vietnam eye deeper tech ties at French Tech Summit 2025

Leaders reaffirm untapped potential in AI, semiconductors, and innovation, as the summit coincides with President Macron’s visit to Vietnam.

Vietnamese Government backs French businesses’ operations: Deputy PM

Deputy PM Ho Duc Phoc has affirmed the Vietnamese Government’s commitment to creating favourable conditions for foreign enterprises, including those from France, to accelerate operations and achieve greater successes in the Vietnamese market.

Vietnamese, French Presidents hold talks in Hanoi

France pledged to support the early ratification of the EU – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA), advocate for the European Commission to lift its "yellow card" warning on Vietnamese seafood.

France and Vietnam partner on future-focused development goals

Ambassador Brochet outlines shared goals in innovation, trade, and cultural growth as President Macron visits Vietnam.

Vietnamese and French leaders enjoy Hue royal court music in Hanoi

General Secretary To Lam and French President Emmanuel Macron visit the Temple of Literature and share a cultural experience with their spouses.