The Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA), founded by UNESCO in 1961 in Bangkok, brings together 41 member agencies from 35 countries, producing two-thirds of the world’s news output. The Vietnam News Agency (VNA), a member since 1969, has actively contributed to OANA and served on its Executive Board for four consecutive terms since 2013.

Yunnan attaches importance to its friendly cooperative ties with Việt Nam and stands ready to work closely with Vietnamese localities to effectively realise the common perceptions reached by the top leaders of both countries

New Zealand is currently one of Việt Nam's most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation

Việt Nam welcomes ongoing international diplomatic efforts, including the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution

The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm emphasised the importance of caring for those who have made contributions to national security and public order

PM Phạm Minh Chính voiced his confidence that Vietnamese journalists would uphold their integrity, mettle, and sharp insight, staying true to their “bright hearts, clean minds, sharp pens”

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính sent a congratulatory letter to his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon, and National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn extended congratulations to Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee.

According to the latest information from the Vietnamese national representative and missions in Iran and Israel, there are currently over 700 nationals in Israel, along with 37 citizens bearing Vietnamese nationality and four citizens of Vietnamese origin in Iran.

General Nguyễn Tân Cương reaffirmed Việt Nam's unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.

Deputy PM Trần Hồng Hà expressed appreciation for the China-South Asia Expo and the Kunming Import-Export Fair in connecting the different economies of ASEAN countries, the South Asian region and China.

Chairing the 14th meeting of the Central Military Commission (CMC) in Hà Nội yesterday, the Party chief stressed that the military must take the lead in embracing digital tools, improving strategic foresight, and aligning its organisation with reforms across the political system.

The event marks a major political and cultural milestone as the country celebrates 100 years of revolutionary journalism (1925–2025).

On the 50th anniversary of Việt Nam–New Zealand relations (June 19, 1975-2025), New Zealand Ambassador to Việt Nam Caroline Beresford speaks to the press on the progress of bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Responding to a question from Vũ Việt Trang, General Director of the Vietnam News Agency, on Russia’s cooperation with Asia, and Southeast Asia in particular, Putin stressed the importance of Việt Nam as a key partner.

This is the third vessel of its kind provided under the US–Việt Nam Bilateral Defence Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding, following two transfers in 2017 and 2020.

Việt Nam proposed several priorities: narrowing the digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in the digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities and context. Việt Nam also advocated for genuine women’s participation and leadership across all areas of public life.

The plan is designed to advance the Party and State’s consistent policy of protecting and promoting human rights, while reinforcing Việt Nam’s commitment to its international obligations.

The 19th OANA General Assembly, along with the 55th and 56th Executive Board Meetings, will be held in Saint Petersburg, Russia, from June 17 to 21, 2025, under the theme "News Agencies and Challenges in the Modern World."

Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalizing Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.