Politics Impressive growth poses macroeconomic balancing challenge: experts Overall, strong first-half performance has prompted several international institutions, including Standard Chartered, UOB and DBS, to raise their growth forecasts for Vietnam. Standard Chartered projects GDP growth of 9.5 per cent in 2026 and 11 per cent in 2027. 08/03/2026 15:14 | Vietnam Law Institutional framework must not hinder Vietnam's rapid, sustainable development: Top legislator 08/03/2026 13:55 | Vietnam Law First extraordinary session of 16th National Assembly opens 08/03/2026 09:55 | Vietnam Law Legislation must pave the way for development: NA leader 08/03/2026 09:39 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 23:04 Việt Nam, Armenia foster legislative ties Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Trần Quang Phương had a meeting with Deputy Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly Hakob Arshakyan in Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia, on April 4. 2 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 23:02 Top Vietnamese legislator visits Yerevan State University National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn and his spouse Nguyễn Thị Thanh Nga visited the Yerevan State University on April 4 as part of their official trip to Armenia. 3 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 22:54 Top legislator's visit significant to Việt Nam – Armenia ties: Ambassador Armenian Ambassador to Việt Nam Suren Baghdasaryan has highlighted the significance of National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn's official visit to Armenia, describing it as a symbol of strengthening diplomatic and political-economic cooperation between the two nations. 4 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 22:28 Việt Nam seeks US's delayed imposition of new tariffs for negotiations: Deputy PM Deputy PM Hồ Đức Phowsc highlighted a recent decree, issued on March 31, slashing 23 tariff lines on goods imported from the US, many now at 0 per cent, as proof of Việt Nam's goodwill. 5 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 21:20 Vietnamese PM meets with visiting Burundian President President Ndayishimiye expressed his delight at visiting the fraternal Việt Nam and witnessing firsthand the country's remarkable historical achievements after nearly 40 years of renewal. 6 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 17:08 Việt Nam, Burundi seek stronger friendship, cooperation State President Lương Cường praised the achievements that Burundi has made in maintaining political stability, fostering national harmony, and promoting socio-economic development. 7 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 17:03 Belgian King, Queen wrap up state visit to Việt Nam During their stay, the King and Queen paid floral tribute to President Hồ Chí Minh at his mausoleum, and laid wreaths at the Monument to Heroes and Martyrs on Bắc Sơn Street in Hà Nội. 8 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 16:47 Politburo proposes taking disciplinary actions on former permanent Deputy PM The Deputy PM received disciplinary actions for violating the Party's regulations and the State’s laws in performing his duties, particularly in the prevention and control of corruption and other negative phenomena. 9 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 11:52 Vietnamese, Armenian NA offices eye stronger cooperation Arakelyan said the partnership between the two NA offices holds an important role within the framework of the strong friendship and cooperation between the two countries and their parliaments. 10 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 11:49 Việt Nam honours late Lao leader Khamtay Siphandone with two days of national mourning In recognition of the close and special relationship between Việt Nam and Laos, authorities announced that official mourning will be observed from April 4 to 5. 11 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 10:51 State President hosts welcome ceremony for Burundian counterpart Over the past 50 years, the two countries have maintained fine relations through both Party and State channels. High-level exchanges have strengthened these ties, including Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính's meeting with President Ndayishimiye on the sidelines of the 78th UN General Assembly in September 2023, and Secretary General of the National Council for the Defence of Democracy – Forces for the Defence of Democracy Révérien Ndikuriyo’s working visit to Việt Nam in July 2024. 12 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 08:59 US tariff misaligned with bilateral cooperation: Foreign ministry Việt Nam will continue to coordinate and engage in discussions with the US in a constructive and cooperative spirit to find practical solutions that contribute to the stable and sustainable development of bilateral economic relations 13 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 08:00 Special strategies needed to establish int’l financial centres in Việt Nam Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính was chairing the first meeting of the steering committee for international financial centres (IFCs) in Việt Nam on Thursday. 14 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 00:46 NA Chairman meets with Armenian President Armenia and Việt Nam will broaden collaboration in various areas, especially economy, health care, tourism, infrastructure, and transport connectivity, thereby maximising the potential of each nation. 15 Vietnam news | 04/04/2025 00:40 Deputy PM meets with Russian leaders All members of the Federation Council and parties in the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation share a deep fondness for Việt Nam and a firm commitment to strengthening the traditional friendship and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. 16 Vietnam news | 04/03/2025 20:54 Việt Nam declares two days of national mourning for former Lao leader Public entertainment and celebratory events will be suspended. 17 Vietnam news | 04/03/2025 20:32 Belgian King, Queen visit HCM City Belgium reiterated steadfast support for Việt Nam. One of the key demonstrations of this commitment is the Belgian Chamber of Representatives' adoption of a resolution in support of the AO/dioxin victims in Việt Nam. 18 Vietnam news | 04/03/2025 20:27 Top legislator receives chairperson of Armenia-Việt Nam parliamentary friendship group The chairwoman of the Armenia-Việt Nam parliamentary friendship group voiced her hope that Việt Nam will soon open an embassy in Armenia, and that the two countries will reach an agreement on visa exemptions to facilitate people-to-people exchanges 19 Vietnam news | 04/03/2025 20:23 Party leader pays respect to late Lao leader Expressing sorrow over Khamtay's passing, Party leader Tô Lâm extended his heartfelt condolences to the high-ranking leaders and people of Laos, and the late leader’s family. 20 Vietnam news | 04/03/2025 18:00 Việt Nam urged Armenia to facilitate Vietnamese businesses’ access to Armenian, Eurasian markets During the talks between Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn and Armenian counterparts, both parliamentary leaders agreed that bilateral relations had witnessed positive developments across multiple fields, yet there remained untapped potential for further cooperation. 258 259 260 261 262