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AFF 2026 marks Vietnam’s transition from participant to regional agenda-setter
With sharp strategic mindset and a proven capacity for practical action at both bilateral and multilateral levels, Vietnam has demonstrated its role as a builder and agenda-setter, contributing to a robust platform for dialogue and cooperation in pursuit of a resilient, peaceful, and truly people-centred ASEAN Community by 2045
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AFF 2026 - Strategic platform for shaping ASEAN’s long-term future: Malaysian scholar
Collins Chong Yew Keat, a foreign affairs, security and strategy analyst at the University of Malaya (Malaysia), described AFF 2026 as a valuable platform for fostering long-term strategic thinking, regional trust-building and policy innovation.
Cambodian expert hails AFF 2026 as milestone in multilateral party diplomacy
AFF 2026 is a testament to Vietnam’s ability to pursue a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, and deeper international integration. The forum’s agenda also demonstrated the host country’s organisational capacity in broadening dialogue beyond the government level, bringing together representatives of major ASEAN cities, youth groups, and the private sector, said Dr. Gnel Rattha, President of the Cambodia–Russia Business Association.
ASEAN Future Forum wraps up, bringing together voices shaping regional future
NA Vice Chairman hails AIPA’s role in implementing ASEAN Vision 2045
ASEAN Future Forum: Vietnam at forefront of advancing ASEAN-centred regional architecture
Vietnam promotes discussions on regional cooperation orientations at ASEAN Future Forum
ASEAN cities urged to lead innovation and digital transformation efforts
Jun 09, 2026 22:42
NA Chairman Man praised the initiative to convene the ASEAN City Leaders Conference, describing it as a significant step in recognising the increasingly important role of cities in building the ASEAN community.
Lao communications official praises Vietnam’s hosting of ASEAN Future Forum
Jun 09, 2026 22:41
The Lao official stressed that Vietnam holds a central position and plays a particularly important role in advancing regional cooperation initiatives, including the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF).
AFF side events highlight role of Mekong subregion, youth in advancing ASEAN Community Vision 2045
Jun 08, 2026 21:43
Speaking at a seminar on the Mekong in the bloc’s subregional cooperation architecture, Nguyen Manh Dong, Vice President of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, stressed that Mekong cooperation should be viewed not merely as a collection of separate initiatives but as an integral component of the community-building process.
ASEAN Secretary-General highlights Vietnam’s agenda-shaping role through ASEAN Future Forum
Jun 08, 2026 21:42
ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn described the forum as an important Vietnamese initiative aimed at advancing ASEAN diplomacy at both regional and global levels. Vietnam’s decision to host the event for a third consecutive year in 2026, following the success of the 2024 and 2025 editions, demonstrates its strong commitment to ASEAN Community building as well as efforts to enhance the bloc’s international standing.
ASEAN Future Forum highlights political parties’ role in bringing bloc closer to its people
Jun 08, 2026 21:41
In his opening remarks, Politburo member and Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung described the dialogue as a landmark for ASEAN cooperation, marking the first-ever exchange among political parties from across Southeast Asia.
Thai PM’s official visit to Vietnam reflects high regard for bilateral ties: Ambassador
Jun 06, 2026 22:37
Both Vietnam and Thailand are key ASEAN members with critical roles in advancing the forum’s goals. The event will provide a venue for delegates to share experience and approaches in building the ASEAN Community, address common challenges and map out the bloc’s future direction.
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.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to advance people-centred vision for regional future: official
Jun 06, 2026 11:58
Dr. Nguyen Hung Son, President of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV) said the forum aims to provide an open and innovative platform for governments, scholars, businesses, media organisations and regional and international institutions to exchange ideas and seek breakthrough solutions to help realise the ASEAN Community Vision 2045.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to open on June 9 with expanded agenda: ministry
May 26, 2026 22:14
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Manh Cuong told reporters that the forum, first proposed by the Vietnamese Prime Minister at the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Indonesia in September 2023, has been successfully organised in 2024 and 2025, gradually establishing itself as an open dialogue platform that effectively complements ASEAN’s formal processes.
PM’s presence in ASEAN Summit spreads message of dynamic, strongly rising Vietnam: official
May 09, 2026 20:37
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang said that the Vietnamese delegation made important contributions to the summit’s success, reflecting the foreign policy orientation set out by the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, which continues to place ASEAN at the centre of Vietnam’s regional engagement, as well as its commitment to proactive, positive and responsible contributions to ASEAN Community-building process.
Vietnam affirms proactive, responsible, constructive spirit
May 09, 2026 20:36
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s trip not only contributed to the overall success of the ASEAN Summit, but also left many outstanding marks of Vietnam as an active, proactive and responsible member of ASEAN.
PM Le Minh Hung concludes trip to 48th ASEAN Summit
May 08, 2026 22:31
The trip was considered a success both multilaterally and bilaterally, leaving a positive impression of Vietnam’s proactive, active and responsible spirit, as well as its substantive and effective contributions to ASEAN’s common work and efforts to promote ties with member states.
PM Le Minh Hung attends opening ceremony of 48th ASEAN Summit
May 08, 2026 21:03
At the 48th ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung is expected to deliver key speeches conveying Vietnam’s foreign policy orientations adopted at the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, as well as the country’s views on ASEAN priorities.
PM Le Minh Hung arrives in Philippines for 48th ASEAN Summit
May 07, 2026 16:04
This marks Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s first overseas trip and his first in-person participation in a multilateral summit in his new capacity, demonstrating Vietnam’s commitment to proactively and responsibly contributing to ASEAN.
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