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Implementing the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress
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Resolution No. 23 empowers OV to contribute to national development
In terms of recognition and status, the resolution affirms that OV are an integral part of the nation and a strategic resource for national development.
Politics-Diplomacy
Vietnam – strategic growth pillar among ASEAN’s ‘Fabulous Five’: expert
Thanks to its strengths in manufacturing momentum, human capital, and income convergence, Vietnam is not just joining; it is helping shape ASEAN’s next growth cycle.
Resolution No. 19-NQ/TW sets new growth drivers for Vietnam
Science and technology, innovation, digital transformation and AI must be translated into higher productivity rather than pursued as ends in themselves. At the same time, people should be placed at the centre of development, not merely viewed as a resource but as the ultimate objective of development policies.
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Three ministries step up coordination to advance Vietnam's external affairs in new era
Four orientations demonstrate shift in Vietnam’s development thinking: Chinese scholar
Foreign affairs must play pioneering role, provide sound advice, take prompt action: Top leader
Aug 01, 2026 15:42
A good diplomat must first have firm political mettle and always take national interests as the compass for action. Every foreign affairs official must remember that behind them stand the Party, the country and the people, stressed Party General Secretary and State President To Lam.
33rd Diplomatic Conference to chart foreign affairs agenda for Vietnam's new development era
Jul 31, 2026 22:31
Held regularly since 1957, the Diplomatic Conference serves as the sector's most important forum, bringing together officials from domestic units and overseas missions to review international developments, assess diplomatic affairs and agree on orientations for the next phase.
Border and territorial affairs strengthen sovereignty, support development: Deputy FM
Jul 31, 2026 11:16
Border and territorial affairs have long been regarded by the Party and State as a key and regular task, helping to safeguard sovereignty, preserve a peaceful environment and strengthen friendly relations with neighbouring countries.
Multilateral diplomacy: Creating development space, elevating Vietnam’s global standing
Jul 30, 2026 21:16
Building on the legacy of Vietnam’s revolutionary diplomacy, the country’s growing strength and the combined efforts of the political system, Vietnam’s multilateral diplomacy is well positioned to make a decisive transition - from active participation to proactive contribution, from following international rules to helping shape them, and from consolidating Vietnam’s position to leveraging it for national development and safeguarding the Fatherland.
Vietnam expands honorary consul network to support development in new era
Jul 30, 2026 16:44
The foreign ministry said it will continue expanding the honorary consul network by identifying qualified candidates while providing them with updated information on Vietnam’s economic potential and investment opportunities, enabling them to make greater contributions to the country’s development in the new era.
Local diplomacy proactively creates development space: Deputy FM
Jul 30, 2026 16:44
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ngo Le Van said Party, State and people-to-people diplomacy are now tightly coordinated at the local level. With support and coordination local foreign affairs agencies, more than 900 international agreements at the local level have been signed, renewed or kept in force, while over 2,500 international conferences and seminars have been licensed and staged in localities.
Four strategic shifts underscore Vietnam’s development potential: Japanese expert
Jul 30, 2026 16:43
The third plenum’s swift move to translate the 14th National Party Congress vision into actionable policy directives should inspire confidence in Vietnam’s future development trajectory.
OV resources: From diplomacy's pioneering role to driver of local development
Jul 30, 2026 16:42
As an inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation, OVs represent a vital source of capital, knowledge, science and technology, management expertise, international networks and influence in their host countries. They are both beneficiaries of the State's support and protection policies and active contributors to Vietnam's foreign affairs, helping connect international resources with the country's and each locality's development needs.
Upcoming diplomatic conferences to strengthen Vietnam’s international standing
Jul 29, 2026 22:48
The 33rd Diplomatic Conference and the 22nd National Conference on External Affairs would provide an opportunity for the diplomatic sector to review achievements in foreign affairs and local external relations, identify shortcomings, and draw lessons from recent years.
Vietnam's 31-year ASEAN journey: From newcomer to rule shaper
Jul 28, 2026 23:42
According to former Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Vinh, Vietnam's 31-year journey has seen it transform from a newcomer into a responsible, proactive and increasingly influential member. Its growing role reflects not only deeper regional economic and foreign integration but also its emergence as a key driver of ASEAN's development, resilience and global standing.
Vietnam at forefront of driving ASEAN Community Vision 2045: Ambassador
Jul 27, 2026 22:39
Ambassador Ton Thi Ngoc Huong said Vietnamese ministries and agencies are coming up with plans under their respective mandates to realise the vision while shaping ASEAN-wide monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to fortify cross-sector and cross-pillar coordination.
Malaysian scholar lauds Vietnam as strategic linchpin for ASEAN Vision 2045
Jul 24, 2026 23:22
Vietnam distinguishes itself with rapid growth, a favourable geostrategic position and extensive global integration, allowing it to act as a bridge between mainland and maritime Southeast Asia.
Vietnam bridges interests, strengthens ASEAN solidarity: Indonesian scholar
Jul 24, 2026 23:21
According to Dr Arisman, Vietnam's greatest strength lies in its ability to bridge diverse interests, promote meaningful cooperation and preserve ASEAN solidarity while adapting to emerging challenges.
Vietnam emerges as key force shaping ASEAN’s future: Malaysian expert
Jul 24, 2026 23:19
Amid growing geopolitical shifts that pose increasing challenges to intra-ASEAN consensus, Vietnam’s capacity to build workable common platforms has become more important than ever, particularly as Vietnam serves as a bridge among members at different levels of development and countries with differing strategic relationships with major powers, said Collins Chong Yew Keat, a foreign affairs, security and strategy analyst at the University of Malaya.
People-to-people diplomacy reform contributes to building overall strength of Vietnam's diplomacy: official
Jul 24, 2026 11:22
Under the leadership of the Party and the unified management of the State, people-to-people diplomacy will continue to be a sustainable bridge of friendship, an important channel for converging resources, spreading soft power, and protecting national interests, contributing to building the overall strength of Vietnamese diplomacy in the new era of development.
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