Politics NA President meets RoK-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group chief President of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man said the Vietnamese delegation was the first foreign one to make an official visit at the invitation of NA Speaker of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Cho Jeong Sik, with representation from the Party, NA, Government and localities. 51 minutes ago | Vietnam Law Vietnam, Mongolia work to deepen bilateral ties in substantive, effective, sustainable manner 1 hours ago | Vietnam Law Key Party leader attends opening of national politics academy’s new academic year 4 hours ago | Vietnam Law Top Vietnamese leader meets Russian Communist Party chief 7 hours ago | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:28 Việt Nam, Kuwait agree to elevate ties, targeting US$12–15 billion in bilateral trade by 2030 Both leaders agreed that economic, trade and investment cooperation to remain a central pillar, setting a goal of raising two-way trade to more than US$12–15 billion by 2030. 2 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:20 Criminal procedure notice issued in case involving Đào Minh Quân, accomplices The Investigation Security Agency has issued its investigation conclusion and transferred the case dossier to the Supreme People’s Procuracy, proposing prosecution and trial in absentia of Đào Minh Quân and his accomplices for conducting "terrorist acts aimed at opposing the people’s administration” and “activities aimed at overthrowing the people’s administration”. 3 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:20 Deputy PM asks for close coordination to ensure success for Việt Nam – China meeting During the coming meeting, the two sides will review their cooperation and work out future orientations and measures for continuing to implement the common perceptions reached by high-ranking leaders of the two Parties and the two countries. 4 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:19 Kuwaiti media spotlight Vietnamese PM’s visit Reports underlined the progress in Kuwait – Việt Nam cooperation, particularly in trade and investment. Bilateral trade reached a record US$7.3 billion in 2024, the highest between Việt Nam and any Middle Eastern country. 5 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:19 Two suspects investigated for anti-State propaganda The security agency for investigation on Monday decided to officially enquire into and put Lê Trung Khoa and Đỗ Văn Ngà into temporary detention for anti-State propaganda. 6 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:18 Speaker of RoK’s National Assembly to pay official visit to Việt Nam The visit will be made at the invitation of National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn. 7 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:18 Permanent Deputy PM hosts reception for Haeco CEO Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Hoà Bình hosted a reception in Hà Nội on Monday for Richard Sell, CEO of Haeco, a subsidiary of the UK-headquartered multinational Swire Group. 8 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 21:17 Việt Nam and Kuwait agree to elevate bilateral ties to a strategic partnership Calling for Kuwait’s continued support to advance ties in line with new requirements and the scale of cooperation, PM Phạm Minh Chính proposed nine priority areas for future collaboration. 9 Vietnam Law | 11/17/2025 16:54 Kuwaiti Prime Minister hosts welcome ceremony for Vietnamese counterpart Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's trip marks the first visit by a Vietnamese government leader to Kuwait in 16 years, as the two countries prepare to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026. 10 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 16:46 Việt Nam-Algeria Inter-Governmental Committee meeting opens new momentum for cooperation Việt Nam and Algeria plan to expand cooperation beyond trade, oil and gas and agriculture into high-potential sectors such as industry, renewable energy, scientific research, digital transformation, startups, tourism, higher education, construction and transport. 11 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 16:19 Kuwaiti Prime Minister hosts welcome ceremony for Vietnamese counterpart The two countries have maintained regular high-level visits and exchanges, as well as bilateral cooperation mechanisms. Kuwait is currently Việt Nam's largest trading and investment partner among the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries 12 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 16:08 Ministry confirms no plan to further reduce number of provinces or cities The information circulating online claiming that the number of cities and provinces will be reduced from 34 to 16 is completely false, the Ministry of Home Affairs said. 13 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 15:40 Party chief urges shift in focus for inspections to prevention A sound governance system requires a robust oversight mechanism, and the inspection sector is the pillar of this structure, said Party General Secretary Tô Lâm. 14 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 15:13 Innovating, improving education quality holds special significance: President The quality of education holds a special role in the strategic vision for national development, said State President Lương Cường. 15 Vietnam Law | 11/17/2025 15:00 NA reviews breakthrough policies for education, healthcare Legislators on November 17 discussed a draft Resolution on special mechanisms and policies to implement Politburo Resolution 71-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in education and training; and another on mechanisms and policies to effectively implement Politburo Resolution 72-NQ/TW on enhancing the protection, care and improvement of public health. 16 Vietnam Law | 11/17/2025 12:42 Party chief urges shift in inspection focus from handling violations to proactive prevention He stated that inspection is no longer just a tool for detecting wrongdoings, it is an institution that fosters transparency, promotes innovation, and safeguards social stability and public trust. A sound governance system requires a robust oversight mechanism, and the inspection sector is the pillar of this structure. 17 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 10:50 Lawmakers discuss high-quality workforce expansion, training The 15th National Assembly on Monday is scheduled to deliberate draft laws and resolutions relating to national reserves, education and training, public health, industry and security. 18 Vietnam Law | 11/17/2025 09:15 Great national unity festival held abroad for first time This is the first time a great national unity festival, and a pilot project of great national unity festival initiated by the VFF Central Committee, have been held for the Vietnamese community abroad, aiming to strengthen solidarity, and promote the power of national great unity bloc in the new era. 19 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 08:13 HCM City steps up efforts to rid EU ‘yellow card’ for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing As Việt Nam enters a crucial phase in its efforts to lift the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, HCM City is strengthening its oversight of offshore fishing with closer supervision and more severe penalties for violations. 20 Vietnam news | 11/17/2025 07:36 Party chief, NA Chairman attend great national unity festival in Hà Nội’s Ba Đình Ward In a warm and joyful atmosphere, General Secretary Tô Lâm, Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn, delegates and local residents reviewed the 95-year history of the Việt Nam Fatherland Front and its role in the nation’s revolutionary cause. 112 113 114 115 116