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Vietnam emerges as key force shaping ASEAN’s future: Malaysian expert
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.
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ASEAN Regional Forum adopts Manila Plan of Action for 2026–2036
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung affirmed that ASEAN would continue working with China to fully and effectively implement the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) and to conclude at an early date a substantive and effective Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC) that is consistent with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
AMM-59: Vietnam proposes substantive, sustainable ASEAN-EU ties
Looking ahead, Vietnam proposed the two sides prioritise stronger regional resilience by scaling up energy cooperation, pooling financial resources and cracking down on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, all aimed at building a resilient and sustainable blue economy.
AMM-59: Vietnam proposes three priorities to advance ASEAN-Japan cooperation
Vietnam, France seek to deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Vietnam, Philippines promote naval cooperation through friendship exchange
Vietnamese, Philippine young coast guard officers hold first exchange programme
Vietnam Coast Guard's visit strengthens maritime ties with Malaysia
Jun 24, 2026 23:47
The visit reflects the strong and expanding relationship between the two forces, underpinned by mutual trust, friendship and a shared commitment to maintaining maritime security, safety and stability in common waters.
Vietnam, Canada seek to promote defence cooperation
Jun 24, 2026 10:26
Expressing his satisfaction with the positive and increasingly substantive development of the Vietnam – Canada Comprehensive Partnership, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang noted that based on the existing agreements, bilateral defence ties have been effectively advanced across a range of areas, including delegation exchanges, dialogue and consultations, training, United Nations peacekeeping operations, defence industry and maritime security.
Top leader welcomes Acting US Secretary of the Navy
Jun 22, 2026 21:55
Vietnam always considers the US one of its most strategically important partners, and wants to work closely with Washington to deliver on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership framework, advancing ties in a substantive, comprehensive and effective manner for the benefit of their people and for peace, stability and prosperity in the region and the world.
Vietnam, US seek stronger defence cooperation
Jun 22, 2026 21:54
The minister reaffirmed that Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defence would continue to coordinate closely and facilitate efforts to search for US personnel missing in action (MIA) during the war. He also called on the US to share more information, documents and belongings related to Vietnamese soldiers and support Vietnam in enhancing DNA analysis capabilities to identify war martyrs’ remains.
Vietnam promotes cooperation to ensure maritime safety, security
Jun 17, 2026 21:55
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) has established a comprehensive legal framework governing maritime activities, ensuring a balance of interests among nations.
Vietnam presides over opening session of 36th meeting of States Parties to UNCLOS
Jun 16, 2026 22:52
Against the backdrop of mounting challenges facing the oceans, including climate change, marine pollution, biodiversity loss, maritime security concerns, and the impacts of emerging technologies, Permanent Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu called for stronger international cooperation and greater resource mobilisation to protect the oceans and ensure a peaceful, secure, and sustainable marine environment.
Indonesian scholar highlights Vietnam’s evolving role in Asia’s security architecture
Jun 06, 2026 11:59
Indonesian scholar Lamijo of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) said the speech reflected not only Vietnam’s national interests but also a broader strategic vision for the region, demonstrating the country’s readiness to share leadership responsibilities in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Vietnam, Philippines boost defence ties after partnership upgrade
Jun 03, 2026 22:36
The two sides agreed to step up high-level visits and meetings, effectively maintain defence policy dialogue and military consultations, strengthen cooperation among military services and arms, promote exchanges between young officers, expand professional training and experience sharing, and enhance coordination in handling maritime issues.
Vietnam, Japan step up defence cooperation
Jun 02, 2026 22:36
Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong proposed that the two sides push ahead with implementing the agreed areas of cooperation, with priority given to delegation exchanges, annual cooperation mechanisms, cyber defence training, UN peacekeeping operations, defence industry, and coordination at international multilateral forums.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam concludes state visit to Philippines
Jun 01, 2026 23:08
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Manila on June 1, concluding their two-day state visit to the Philippines at the invitation of Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his spouse.
Vietnam, Philippines upgrade bilateral ties to Enhanced Strategic Partnership
Jun 01, 2026 16:50
Both sides emphasised the importance of international law and the United Nations Charter, the ASEAN Charter, and the principles of equality, cooperation, and mutual benefit; reaffirmed peace, stability, security, safety, and freedom of navigation and overflight in the East Sea; and stressed the need to resolve disputes peacefully on the basis of international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Vietnam, Philippines issue Joint Statement on Enhanced Strategic Partnership
Jun 01, 2026 16:50
Vietnam, Philippines issue Joint Statement on Enhanced Strategic Partnership
Vietnam's top leader holds talks with Philippine President
Jun 01, 2026 16:50
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.
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 visit marks historical milestone in Vietnam-Philippines ties: Ambassador
May 28, 2026 22:45
Vietnamese Ambassador to the Philippines Lai Thai Binh said that the visit marks the first official trip to the Philippines by the top leader of the Vietnamese Party and State in the past half century, underscoring Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of foreign relations.
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