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.

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.

The visit will be made at the invitation of National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

The quality of education holds a special role in the strategic vision for national development, said State President Lương Cường.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính said his visit carries significant meaning as Việt Nam and Kuwait maintain good friendship and effective cooperation.

Ghada Waly, outgoing Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), affirmed that the signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime in Hà Nội marks a positive start to the process ahead, with UNODC continuing to support Việt Nam in implementing the Convention, particularly in capacity building, technical assistance, and connecting with international partners.

This is the first visit to Kuwait by a Vietnamese Government leader in 16 years and comes ahead of next year’s celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (January 10, 1976–2026).