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PM’s Russia trip highlights Vietnam’s role in advancing ASEAN-Russia cooperation
The successful trip not only strengthened ASEAN-Russia cooperation but also demonstrated Vietnam’s active role in promoting ASEAN centrality, expanding high-level exchanges and contributing to peace, friendship and development in the region and beyond.
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Vietnam seeks to strengthen role as bridge in ASEAN – Russia partnership
PM Le Minh Hung’s attendance at the ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit demonstrates Vietnam’s high regard for the ASEAN – Russia Strategic Partnership and the long-standing friendship, strategic trust and effective cooperation between Vietnam and Russia over many decades.
ASEAN Future Forum represents Vietnam’s visionary initiative for region’s future: Cambodian scholar
Dr. Kin Phea, Director General of the Cambodian Institute for International Relations (CIIR) under the Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC), praised the forum as a forward-looking initiative that reflects Vietnam’s commitment to fostering dialogue on the future of Southeast Asia.
ASEAN must remain central to regional dialogue, cooperation, trust-building: Vietnamese diplomat
ASEAN Future Forum: Vietnam at forefront of advancing ASEAN-centred regional architecture
AFF 2026 calls for shift from reactive responses to proactive future building
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 highlights Vietnam’s imprints, region’s message of unity
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 highlights Vietnam’s role in shaping ASEAN agenda: Chinese scholar
Jun 09, 2026 19:54
Professor Qu Qiang of the Minzu University of China and commentator for China Global Television Network (CGTN) said the forum underscores Vietnam’s growing role as one of the countries helping shape ASEAN’s agenda. Topics such as unity and resilience, conflict prevention and AI governance address some of the region’s most pressing challenges, while new mechanisms including political-party dialogue and greater participation by cities and youth reflect efforts to modernise regional governance.
ASEAN Future Forum highlights Vietnam’s role in fostering connected, proactive ASEAN: scholar
Jun 08, 2026 21:43
Vietnam has also taken a proactive approach to the green transition and the adoption of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI). Therefore, hosting the AFF reflects the country’s important leadership role in shaping ASEAN’s future.
ASEAN Future Forum underscores Vietnam’s proactive role in shaping bloc’s future: Ambassador
Jun 08, 2026 12:49
The AFF has been widely recognised as a forum “by ASEAN and for ASEAN,” creating a new, open, and flexible space for dialogue that encourages multidimensional interaction, focusing on future-oriented issues, ASEAN’s long-term development trajectory, and strategic challenges affecting the region, rather than solely addressing immediate crises.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 affirms Vietnam’s standing: Lao Deputy FM
Jun 06, 2026 22:37
Phongsava described the forum as a vital mechanism to share views and map out future cooperation, aimed at strengthening the ASEAN Community’s resilience and its ability to respond effectively and promptly to challenges while seizing opportunities.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to advance ASEAN community-building process
Jun 06, 2026 12:00
Vietnam hopes the forum will continue to demonstrate its role as an active and responsible member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), contributing to regional affairs and advancing the Party and State’s foreign policy and international integration strategy.
Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La address makes strong impact: Chinese scholar
Jun 01, 2026 16:51
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam reaffirmed and emphasised the central role played by ASEAN, stating clearly that Vietnam regards ASEAN as the most important strategic space, and that the Asia-Pacific regional security architecture should be led by ASEAN rather than becoming an arena for rivalry among major powers.
Vietnam’s hallmark at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue: Active peace builder in volatile world
Jun 01, 2026 16:50
Vietnam called for an open, inclusive regional architecture with ASEAN at its core, insisting that all new initiatives be transparent, respect international law, complement one another, and avoid undermining ASEAN centrality or turning Southeast Asia into an arena for great power rivalry. It expressed full support for and readiness to cooperate with the Philippines - ASEAN Chair 2026.
Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La speech spotlights Vietnam’s proactive diplomacy: Expert
Jun 01, 2026 16:22
The keynote address delivered by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue conveyed a powerful message highlighting the integration of proactive diplomacy with a comprehensive vision for national development.
Vietnam – “Architect” of regional peace, security
May 31, 2026 22:57
By moving from crisis response to proactive risk reduction, Vietnam has positioned itself as a responsible and mature “architect” of regional peace, said a Malaysia-based expert.
Indonesian media praise top leader’s message on ASEAN centrality
May 30, 2026 22:42
Against the backdrop of an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, the top Vietnamese leader's messages of ASEAN unity, strategic autonomy, and trust-building have been widely regarded as timely and practical. They also underscore Vietnam’s increasingly active role in regional and international affairs.
Vietnam ready to work with countries to build a safer, more resilient and prosperous Asia-Pacific: Top leader
May 30, 2026 22:41
Vietnam therefore stands ready to work with countries both within and beyond the region to reinforce rules, nurture trust, promote dialogue, enhance cooperation, mitigate risks, and together shape an Asia-Pacific that is safer, more resilient and more prosperous.
Top Vietnamese leader's keynote address at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue
May 29, 2026 21:29
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address at the opening of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
Top leader's participation at Shangri-La Dialogue shapes new position for Vietnam
May 28, 2026 14:54
Observers believe Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s address at the Shangri-La Dialogue will attract particular international attention, not only because of Vietnam’s increasingly prominent role but also because of the messages it is expected to deliver on maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and strategic balance in a region undergoing profound transformation.
Vietnam to actively contribute to success of ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit
May 21, 2026 22:48
Vietnam would actively participate in the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit and contribute to its success, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.
PM outlines three key proposals to respond to energy crisis at ASEAN Summit
May 08, 2026 22:30
ASEAN should take the lead in upholding rules and strengthening trust in international relations by consistently promoting multilateralism and respect for international law. It should actively contribute to maintaining security, safety, and freedom of navigation and overflight globally and in the region, said Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
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