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Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration established
The Politburo has decided to establish the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration, chaired by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, under Decision No. 198-QD/TW dated June 10, 2026, with a total of 37 members.
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PM Le Minh Hung to attend ASEAN-Russia Summit commemorating 35 years of ties
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations and hold bilateral engagements in Kazan, Russia, from June 16-18, at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Vietnam congratulates Philippines on Independence Day
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President To Lam and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 12 sent congratulatory messages to Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr on the occasion of the 128th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of the Philippines (June 12, 1898 – 2026).
Vietnam, Germany look to unlock new potential in strategic partnership
OP-ED: When foreign affairs pioneer in shaping nation's future
Top leader highlights strategic role of foreign affairs in new development era
Lao PM arrives in Hanoi for official visit, ASEAN Future Forum
PM of Thailand to pay official visit to Vietnam
Jun 06, 2026 11:59
During the two-day visit, the Thai PM will attend the third ASEAN Future Forum.
Lao, Cambodian PMs to pay official visits to Vietnam, attend 3rd ASEAN Future Forum
Jun 04, 2026 23:14
Prime Minister of Laos Sonexay Siphandone will pay an official visit to Vietnam and attend the third ASEAN Future Forum from June 7 - 9, while Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet will pay an official visit to Vietnam and participate in the forum from June 8 - 9.
Congratulations to Danish Prime Minister on re-election
Jun 04, 2026 23:14
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 4 sent a message of congratulations to Mette Frederiksen on her re-election as Prime Minister of Denmark.
Vietnam consistently treasures ties with traditional African friends: minister
May 26, 2026 22:14
Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung stressed that amid growing global and regional uncertainties, Vietnam and traditional partners such as Algeria and Namibia should increase exchanges, share viewpoints on international issues of common interests, and enhance coordination in such issues as ocean governance, sustainable development and marine ecosystem conservation, while continuing mutual support at multilateral forums.
Vietnam seeks deeper cooperation with African countries
May 22, 2026 22:53
Reviewing the historical ties between Vietnam and African countries, the deputy minister stressed that the close relationship was founded in the 1920s by President Ho Chi Minh and African revolutionary leaders. Building on that tradition of solidarity, the two sides have stood side by side throughout their struggles for national independence in the past as well as in the current cause of national construction and development.
Vietnam voices concern over US indictment against Cuban General Raúl Castro
May 22, 2026 22:52
Hang stated: “Vietnam is deeply concerned about the judicial measure taken by the US Department of Justice in issuing a criminal indictment against Raúl Castro, former First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and former President of the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Cuba."
Foreign minister hosts newly-appointed Cambodian Ambassador
May 21, 2026 22:48
Vietnam always puts solidarity and friendship with Cambodia at the top of its agenda, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung while hosting newly-appointed Cambodian Ambassador to Vietnam Touch Sopharath in Hanoi on May 21.
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.
Prime Minister receives DPRK Ambassador
May 20, 2026 22:27
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung affirmed that the Party, State and people of Vietnam always attach importance to and wish to continuously nurture and promote the Vietnam–DPRK relationship in a more substantive and effective manner in the new development era, in line with the common aspirations of the two peoples and contributing to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world.
Vietnam treasures ties with Croatia: PM
May 18, 2026 23:33
Vietnam and Croatia should strive to double bilateral trade turnover from the current level of 161 million USD; study the establishment of a Joint Committee on Economic Cooperation to create a long-term, stable, and effective framework for collaboration, said Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
NA Chairman calls for stronger legislative reform in defence, security and foreign affairs
May 14, 2026 22:29
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has urged the NA’s Committee for National Defence, Security and External Relations to accelerate reforms in legislative thinking, improve law-making quality, and strengthen oversight of international commitments and parliamentary diplomacy in the remaining months of 2026.
Vietnamese FM, DPRK officials discuss ways to boost bilateral ties
May 13, 2026 21:46
Trung reiterated that Vietnam places strong emphasis on strengthening and advancing its ties with the DPRK in a more practical and effective way, in line with the aspirations of the two nation’s people, while contributing to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world.
Congratulations to newly-elected Bulgarian Prime Minister
May 11, 2026 22:02
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 11 sent a message of congratulations to Rumen Radev on his election as Prime Minister of Bulgaria.
PM asks for comprehensive overhaul of foreign affairs
May 11, 2026 22:01
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs was tasked with improving the quality of strategic research and forecasting to support policy responses and safeguard national security and development, especially in serving the goal of achieving double-digit growth and transitioning towards a growth model driven by science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Top leader's state visit set to propel Vietnam–Sri Lanka ties into new phase: Deputy FM
May 05, 2026 19:32
The upcoming visit to Sri Lanka by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam not only reaffirms Vietnam’s commitment to strengthening relations with Sri Lanka but also signals both countries’ determination to elevate their traditional friendship into a partnership focused on development and shared prosperity.
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