International Cooperation

The Vietnam – Russia defence relations and military-technical cooperation have always been supported and facilitated by leaders of the two countries to be expanded and deepened across fields, stated Defence Minister Gen. Phan Van Giang on September 4.

The Vietnam – Russia defence relations and military-technical cooperation have always been supported and facilitated by leaders of the two countries to be expanded and deepened across fields, stated Defence Minister Gen. Phan Van Giang on September 4.

Top leaders of many countries have sent messages and letters of congratulations to the Party and State leaders of Vietnam on the country's 76th National Day (September 2).

Parliamentary leaders have sent letters of congratulations to Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue on the 76th National Day of Vietnam (September 2).

Vietnamese Ambassador to the United States Ha Kim Ngoc has highly appreciated and expressed his hope that the Vietnam Spark Plan would help set forth breakthrough initiatives for Vietnam to overcome challenges and maintain strong development momentum.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Spain on September 1 organised a ceremony to mark Vietnam’s 76th National Day (September 2), drawing the participation of all embassy staff, the Vietnamese Honourary Consul in Sevilla, and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Madrid.

A bust of Vietnam’s late President Ho Chi Minh was erected in New Delhi on September 1 on the occasion of the Southeast Asian nation’s 76th National Day (September 2).

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has expressed his hope to continue promoting the close and trustful relations and cooperation with Vietnam even in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Leaders of countries across the world have extended greetings to Vietnam on the occasion of the country’s 76th National Day (September 2).

State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc handed over a decision appointing Nguyen Huy Tang as Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia during a ceremony held on September 1.

Deputy head of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Somphone Sichaleun and Deputy Foreign Minister Phoxay Khaykhamphithoune visited the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos on September 1 to offer congratulations on the 76th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2).

The recent visit to Vietnam by the US Vice President Kamala Harris once again strongly affirms that the bilateral relationship between Vietnam and the US is on the right track and continuing progress. The US Government will continue to prioritize promoting cooperation with Vietnam in economy - trade, climate change, science - technology, civil space, health care and pharmaceutical industry.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi on August 31 had a meeting with representatives from the Russia - Vietnam Friendship Association and the association of Russian former military experts serving in Vietnam during wartime in an effort to accelerate people-to-people diplomacy between the two countries.

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh has asked relevant ministries and agencies to take solutions to push ahead with national and ASEAN one-stop-shop mechanisms.

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue held online talks with President of the National Assembly of Thailand Chuan Leekpai on August 30.

With the current international and domestic situation of Vietnam and China, it is of crucial importance for the two countries to promote cooperation in theoretical research, publicity, journalism and publication.

(CPV) - Over the past five years (2016-2021), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Saving Species has effectively supported the Government of Vietnam to improve and harmonize the legal system related to wildlife protection, strengthen law enforcement and prosecution of wildlife crimes, and reduce demand and illegal consumption of wildlife.

The diplomatic sector has made great contributions to the cause of national defence, construction and development throughout the country’s history over the past more than seven decades, Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son wrote in an article on the occasion of the ministry's 76th founding anniversary (August 28, 1945-2021).

Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son had a phone call with his Australian counterpart Marise Payne on August 27 on the occasion of Australia’s handover of more than 400,000 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held phone talks with his Serbian counterpart Nikola Selakovic on August 27 during which they agreed to strengthen cooperation in priority fields, especially politics, diplomacy, economy, and trade.

(CPV) - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Vietnam Bezdetko Gennady Stepanovich expressed his hope that the launch of the Russian version of the Communist Party of Vietnam Online Newspaper will contribute to strengthening the traditional friendly relations and mutual understanding between the peoples of Vietnam and the Russian Federation.

(CPV) – Spanish Ambassador to Vietnam Pilar Méndez Jiménez congratulated the Communist Party of Vietnam Online Newspaper on the launch of the Spanish version, and congratulated its Spanish-speaking readers for this event. The ambassador said that Spain has continued to carry out many activities to promote the development of Spanish in Vietnam.

(CPV) - Using a capital of some USD1.2 billion, the new U.S. Embassy campus is situated in Cau Giay District of Hanoi, a growing commercial and residential neighborhood. The new location establishes the Embassy in an emerging area of regeneration that boasts prestigious universities, and will be home to a new diplomatic complex.

(CPV) - During her visit to Vietnam, U.S. Vice President Kamala D. Harris launched the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Southeast Asia Regional Office in Hanoi, Vietnam, at a ceremony held on August 25.

Vietnam always considers the US as one of its leading partners, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc said while receiving US Vice President Kamala Harris in Hanoi on August 25.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has affirmed that Vietnam treasures ties with the US and wants to foster bilateral comprehensive partnership in a practical, effective and stable manner, for the sake of peace, cooperation and development in the region and the world.

The 42nd General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-42), themed "Forging Parliamentary Cooperation in Digital Inclusion towards ASEAN Community 2025”, concluded on August 25 after three working days via videoconference.

The Indian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City on August 24 coordinated with the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC) to hold an online exchange entitled “India - Vietnam Business Meet in Medical Devices Sector”, in order to promote bilateral trade in medical equipment.

Vietnam and the US have enjoyed thriving relations since they established the diplomatic ties in 1995.

Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris arrived in Hanoi on August 24 evening for a three-day visit to Vietnam to strengthen the comprehensive partnership between the two countries.