Politics Minister of National Defence holds bilateral meetings with foreign counterparts in Beijing The two sides agreed to continue close coordination to effectively carry out annual cooperation mechanisms such as border defence friendship exchanges, joint patrols on land and at sea, enhanced joint training and exercises, and defence industry collaboration. 09/18/2025 21:49 | Vietnam news Việt Nam, Indonesia forge defence cooperation 09/18/2025 20:48 | Vietnam news Party chief calls for careful review of four draft laws to avoid overlaps 09/18/2025 20:47 | Vietnam news Defense Minister stresses multilateralism, practical defense cooperation at Beijing Xiangshan Forum 09/18/2025 16:36 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 20:29 Vietnamese Prime Minister holds phone talks with Cambodian counterpart The two PMs affirmed that they will promote the effective implementation of the opinions agreed upon by the leaders of the two Parties; informed each other about the situation in each country; and agreed on key directions to further deepen bilateral cooperation in the coming time, especially in the fields of connectivity, trade and investment. 2 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 20:22 NA continues role as highest representative body of people: Top legislator Efforts will be exerted to successfully organise Party congresses at all levels towards the 14th National Party Congress; direct the organisation of the elections of deputies to the 16th NA and members of People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term. 3 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 17:41 Thai scholars hail Việt Nam’s reform vision Reporting on Vietnam’s National Assembly’s passage of the revised Law on Organisation of Local Governments on June 16, which shifts to a two-tier local governance model — Thai media noted that the move is part of Việt Nam’s comprehensive national reform agenda. 4 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 17:36 State President pledges stronger Việt–Finland partnership During a reception for Finnish Ambassador to Việt Nam Keijo Norvanto in Hà Nội on Friday, who came to bid farewell at the end of his tenure, State President Lương Cường expressing appreciation for Finland’s long-standing, multifaceted support that has made important contributions to Việt Nam’s development. 5 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 17:15 Việt Nam pushes for stronger Mekong–Lancang cooperation in next “golden decade” In his remarks, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bùi Thanh Sơn proposed a three-pronged strategy for MLC in its next “golden decade”. 6 Vietnam Law | 08/15/2025 16:42 Exhibition spotlighting Vietnam’s progress in protecting right to freedom of belief, religion An exhibition themed “Ethnicity – Faith and Heritage” kicked off in Hoi An ward, the central city of Da Nang on August 15, highlighting Vietnam’s progress in promoting and protecting human rights, particularly freedom of belief and religion. 7 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 15:36 Cambodia repatriates 353 Vietnamese citizens Most of these citizens were detained after residing and working illegally in Cambodia. 8 Vietnam Law | 08/15/2025 10:42 PM gives directions on launch, inauguration for National Day commemorating projects Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a dispatch on the inauguration and launch of major projects marking the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025). 9 Vietnam Law | 08/15/2025 10:42 PM gives directions on launch, inauguration for National Day commemorating projects Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a dispatch on the inauguration and launch of major projects marking the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025). 10 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 09:49 PM sets final push for 250 projects to mark 80th National Day Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has instructed ministries, provinces and corporations to complete final preparations for 250 major projects to be inaugurated or launched on August 19, 2025, in celebration of Việt Nam’s 80th National Day. 11 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 09:16 Towards Developed India @ 2047 and a stronger India - Việt Nam partnership Indian ambassador Sandeep Arya wrote to Việt Nam News on India's Independence Day. 12 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 08:55 PM urges nation to fight fire with digital power to protect lives and economy Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính expressed confidence that the exhibition and forum would boost Việt Nam’s fire prevention, rescue and safety efforts, making them more effective, modern and responsive, ultimately contributing to a safer, more prosperous and happier society. 13 Vietnam news | 08/15/2025 08:16 Vietnamese Party leader’s RoK visit elevates bilateral ties to new heights For the first time, a high-level Việt Nam–RoK science and technology dialogue featured Korean delegates sharing insights on digital transformation, innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and future strategies. 14 Vietnam news | 08/14/2025 22:10 Party leader’s state visit to RoK produces tangible outcomes: spokesperson Amidst the challenging and unstable global political and economic context, both sides will strive to achieve the goal of reaching US$150 billion in bilateral trade by 2030 in a balanced and sustainable manner. 15 Vietnam Law | 08/14/2025 22:08 Party General Secretary holds phone talks with Cambodian People’s Party President Party General Secretary To Lam and CPP President Hun Sen informed each other about the situation of each Party and country; exchanged views on regional and international developments, relations between the two Parties and countries, and issues of mutual concern. 16 Vietnam news | 08/14/2025 21:05 Lawmakers code new rules to power up Viet tech future Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Chí Dũng has called for urgent measures to build a transparent and attractive legal framework to drive investment and innovation in high-tech and strategic technology fields, while ensuring consistency and avoiding overlaps between laws. 17 Vietnam news | 08/14/2025 21:02 Academic dialogue discusses 25 years of Gulf of Tonkin delimitation agreement Participants shared a strong consensus on the historic significance of the agreement for bilateral relations and for ASEAN-China ties, recognising its important contribution to peace, stability, and development in the region and beyond. 18 Vietnam news | 08/14/2025 20:56 Party General Secretary holds phone talks with Cambodian People’s Party President They pledged to continue strengthening relations through Party and State channels, consolidating political trust, increasing exchanges of high-level visits as well as those at ministerial, sectoral, and local levels. 19 Vietnam news | 08/14/2025 20:54 Việt Nam, Thailand strengthen collaboration in drug control Police Lieutenant General Phanurat Lukboon, Secretary-General of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board and head of the Thai delegation, appreciated the outcomes of this bilateral meeting. 20 Vietnam Law | 08/14/2025 20:00 Vietnam maintains consistent human rights policy: Spokeswoman The Party and State of Vietnam always strive to improve citizens’ living standards and entitlements, ensuring that no one is left behind, stated Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang. 26 27 28 29 30