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Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La address makes strong impact: Chinese scholar
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.
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Vietnam’s hallmark at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue: Active peace builder in volatile world
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.
Vietnam's top leader holds talks with Philippine President
Vietnam always values and wishes to further deepen its friendly neighbourly relations with the Philippines in all areas on the basis of a shared commitment to peace, stability and respect for international law, affirmed General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam.
Vietnam – “Architect” of regional peace, security
Vietnam ready to work with countries to build a safer, more resilient and prosperous Asia-Pacific: Top leader
Top Vietnamese leader's keynote address at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue
Vietnam affirms commitment to UN Charter, UN-centred int'l system
Vietnam underscores importance of international law at ASEAN-China meetings
May 22, 2026 22:52
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang, head of the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) delegation of Vietnam, led a Vietnamese delegation to attend the 32nd ASEAN-China Senior Officials’ Consultation (ACSOC) and the 26th ASEAN-China Senior Officials’ Meeting on the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (ASEAN-China SOM-DOC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on May 21.
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."
Top Vietnamese leader calls for stronger and more effective defence cooperation with India
May 19, 2026 22:27
Vietnam highly evaluates India’s role and contributions to regional peace, stability and development, and always regards India as one of its most important partners, the top leader said.
Vietnam ready to strengthen BRICS connection with Asia-Pacific
May 15, 2026 22:46
Hang called on countries to act responsibly in accordance with international law and the UN Charter; respect the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of states; refrain from using or threatening to use force; and settle disputes peacefully through dialogue. She also underscored the importance of ensuring security, safety and freedom of navigation through straits in line with international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Vietnam asks parties to respect its sovereignty over Truong Sa
May 14, 2026 22:29
The spokesperson stated that the dispatch of personnel by relevant parties to features belonging to Truong Sa without Vietnam’s permission constitutes a violation of Vietnam’s sovereignty under international law. She stressed that such actions run counter to the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) as well as ongoing efforts by countries to negotiate a Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC).
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.
Philippines looks to Vietnam for meaningful contributions to ASEAN development: Ambassador
May 06, 2026 21:11
Philippine Ambassador to Vietnam Francisco Noel R. Fernandez III expressed his belief that Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will be contributing his thoughts and opinions on particular issues as the leaders will be discussing the evolving political and regional challenges that we are facing outside of our region
Vietnam Fisheries Society protests China’s unilateral fishing ban in East Sea
May 06, 2026 19:27
The society stressed that the ban is unilateral and unjustified; seriously infringes upon Vietnam’s sovereignty, rights and legitimate interests; violates international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); and runs counter to the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC).
Vietnam works with ASEAN to navigate global turbulence: ambassador
May 05, 2026 19:33
Vietnam will continue working with ASEAN to uphold international law, strengthen peace and stability, expand economic linkages, and deepen ties with partners, thereby reinforcing ASEAN’s central role in the regional architecture.
Vietnam calls on China to respect sovereignty over Hoang Sa
May 05, 2026 19:32
Vietnam urged China to respect the rights of Vietnamese fishermen to conduct lawful activities in Vietnam’s waters and in maritime areas beyond national jurisdiction in accordance with international law, particularly the 1982 UNCLOS.
Vietnam calls for de-escalation of tension in Middle East
May 01, 2026 22:51
Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN reaffirmed Vietnam’s consistent stance of supporting the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, Palestine’s UN full membership, and the two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders, in accordance with international law and relevant UN resolutions.
Vietnam voices deep concern over escalating conflict in Middle East
Feb 28, 2026 21:53
The MoFA advised Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Iran or Israel at this time, or to neighbouring areas affected by the conflict unless absolutely necessary.
Any foreign activities in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are illegal: Spokesperson
Jan 09, 2026 17:06
All foreign activities conducted in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are completely illegal and invalid, said spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.
Vietnam deeply concerned about reports on situation in Venezuela: spokesperson
Jan 04, 2026 14:40
Vietnamese citizens currently in Venezuela should leave dangerous areas, closely monitor developments, and strictly comply with local authorities’ regulations on travel as well as advisories issued by the ministry, including those by the Consular Department and the embassy in Venezuela.
Vietnam welcomes signing of Cambodia-Thailand joint statement on ceasefire
Dec 28, 2025 11:57
Vietnam will continue to closely monitor the situation, stay ready to engage in dialogue with both countries, and participate in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)'s joint efforts to resolve disagreements between Cambodia and Thailand, including enhancing the effectiveness of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT).
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