Politics Vietnam–China QR payment expansion boosts tourism, business opportunities The National Payment Corporation of Vietnam (NAPAS), in collaboration with Ant International - a unit of China-based Ant Group, and Vietcombank, on April 3 announced the expansion of cross-border QR code payment services between Vietnam and China. 4 hours ago | Vietnam Law Vietnam’s international financial centre strengthens global foothold 9 hours ago | Vietnam Law Foreign Ministry highlights efforts to advance energy diplomacy 04/02/2026 22:32 | Vietnam Law NA Standing Committee wraps up 56th session 04/02/2026 22:05 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 05/08/2025 06:39 Việt Nam, Azerbaijan issue joint statement on establishment of strategic partnership The establishment of the Việt Nam - Azerbaijan Strategic Partnership is aimed at elevating the relationship between the two countries to a new height, both at bilateral and multilateral level. It will reinforce and enhance the existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms while paving the way for development of new frameworks to further deepen collaboration. 2 Vietnam news | 05/08/2025 06:31 Việt Nam, Azerbaijan set up Strategic Partnership With its geographic advantages, Azerbaijan hopes to cooperate with Việt Nam in logistics, seaport, railway, aviation, and renewable energy 3 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 22:35 Việt Nam, US step up negotiations on economic, trade issues US Ambassador to Việt Nam Marc Knapper expressed his belief that, with goodwill, the negotiation process would yield positive outcomes, benefiting citizens and business communities in both nations. 4 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 22:04 Official welcome ceremony held in Azerbaijan's capital for Vietnamese Party chief Following the parade, the two heads of state and their spouses moved inside the Presidential Palace for an official photo session. 5 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 21:47 Việt Nam treasures relations with US: NA Vice Chairman Speaking highly of the support from both the Democratic and Republican Parties for the development of bilateral relations, Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Trần Quang Phương proposed the two countries' parliaments increase mutual visits between their lawmakers and strengthen coordination to facilitate the expansion and intensification of cooperation in all areas of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. 6 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 20:40 Party leader wraps up state visit to Kazakhstan The General Secretary and his spouse attended a Việt Nam – Kazakhstan friendship concert, met the staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamese community there, and visited the Ethno-Village of Kazakhstan. 7 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 20:11 Việt Nam hopes for sustained momentum in ties with US: PM PM Phạm Minh Chính appreciated the US administration and Congress’s support for a strong, independent, resilient, and prosperous Việt Nam, calling on the USCC Chair and members to continue supporting the development of bilateral relations. 8 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 18:34 President requests naval forces resolutely defend national sovereignty over seas, islands Amid the increasingly complicated and unpredictable developments in the region and the world, the seas and islands hold vital strategic significance for socio-economic development and international integration, serving as a particularly important strategic space for national defence and security. 9 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 16:44 Party chief attends military parade marking 80th anniversary of Victory over Fascism in Kazakhstan The event, broadcast live across the capital and major cities via public LED screen, also saw the presence of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. 10 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 12:28 Việt Nam's commitment to peaceful maritime dispute resolution "unwavering" "UNCLOS offers not merely a legal framework but also a powerful vehicle for peace. It encourages nations to resolve differences, to dialogue, respect and adherence to international law for nations essential for global maritime security, peace and sustainable economic development." 11 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 11:09 Russia’s 80th anniversary of Great Patriotic War triumph celebrated in Hà Nội Deputy PM Trần Hồng Hà said that Việt Nam always remembers the great support of the State and people of the Soviet Union and Russia during the resistance wars as well as the cause of national construction and defence. 12 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 09:31 Party leader’s visit hoped to foster Việt Nam-Azerbaijan political trust Việt Nam and Azerbaijan share a long-standing bond, cultivated by President Hồ Chí Minh and Azerbaijani President Heydar Aliyev, and strengthened over the decades by successive leaders and their people. 13 Vietnam Law | 05/07/2025 09:00 15th NA’s 9 session: Reviewing constitutional amendments, merging provincial administrative units The 9th session of the 15th National Assembly opened on May 5 and is scheduled to close on June 30. Lawmakers will review and decide on 54 items related to constitutional and legislative work, including amendments to the 2013 Constitution and a resolution on merging provincial administrative units. They will also consider 14 groups of issues on socio-economic matters, the state budget, oversight, and other key topics. 14 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 08:59 Việt Nam helps Cambodia escape from genocide: Senate President Without Việt Nam's support at that time, no country could have helped Cambodia overthrow the bloody Pol Pot genocidal regime 15 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 07:40 Party leader meets with Kazakhstan’s lower house speaker General Secretary Tô Lâm and Yerlan Koshanov, Speaker of the Mazhilis - the lower house of Kazakhstan’s parliament - agreed that parliamentary cooperation has developed positively, contributing significantly to the overall bilateral relations. 16 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 07:35 Lawmakers debate overhaul of Science and Technology Law Lawmakers heard a Government proposal and a verification report on the draft legislation, which introduces sweeping updates to the existing 2013 Law on Science and Technology. 17 Vietnam news | 05/07/2025 05:00 Party chief urges promotion of five key "connections" in Việt Nam–Kazakhstan cooperation Both nations need to continue upholding multilateralism, safeguarding the legitimate interests of developing countries, and proactively contributing to the international community’s efforts to address global challenges such as climate change, energy security, water security, and food security, and the fight against terrorism and transnational crime 18 Vietnam news | 05/06/2025 23:21 Vietnamese Party leader meets with Kazakh PM in Astana The two nations have strengthened cooperation through a visa exemption agreement and tourism collaboration, resulting in increased people-to-people exchanges. Flight frequency has increased to 3-5 daily flights, contributing to a remarkable rise in Kazakh visitors to Việt Nam. 19 Vietnam news | 05/06/2025 22:37 PM receives President of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea The President of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), who is in Việt Nam to attend the regional workshop on the ITLOS’s role in resolving disputes related to the Law of the Sea, which it co-hosted with the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 20 Vietnam news | 05/06/2025 21:33 Azerbaijani President hails Vietnamese Party chief’s visit as vital impetus for bilateral ties The visit underscores both sides’ strong wish to deepen ties and explore new areas of cooperation, said President Ilham Aliyev, adding that it is expected to be a pivotal moment in advancing Azerbaijan–Việt Nam relations in the current context. 206 207 208 209 210