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The 33rd Diplomatic Conference and the 22nd National Conference on Foreign Affairs
33rd Diplomatic Conference to chart foreign affairs agenda for Vietnam's new development era
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.
Politics-Diplomacy
Diplomacy must connect global resources for national development: Ambassador
Vietnamese Ambassador to France Trinh Duc Hai stressed the importance of translating high-level political trust and cooperation frameworks into practical programmes, projects and measurable outcomes that directly support national development and benefit people and businesses. This requires representative offices to stay aligned with Vietnam's development priorities while understanding the strengths, interests and operating environments of host countries to identify long-term opportunities, connect the right partners and persistently advance cooperation initiatives.
Border and territorial affairs strengthen sovereignty, support development: Deputy FM
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
Local diplomacy proactively creates development space: Deputy FM
Vietnam expands honorary consul network to support development in new era
Four strategic shifts underscore Vietnam’s development potential: Japanese expert
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.
Vietnam to play increasingly important role in ASEAN Community Vision 2045: Indonesian expert
Jul 22, 2026 22:37
As an active, proactive and responsible member of ASEAN, Vietnam has already proved it can forge consensus, spur cooperation and maintain balance amid an increasingly complex regional geopolitical landscape, according to an Indonesia-based expert.
OP-ED: Foreign affairs expand Vietnam’s development space
Jul 21, 2026 08:43
Recent diplomatic activities demonstrated that the foreign policy set out at the 14th National Party Congress is being translated into concrete action, reaffirming diplomacy as a “vital and regular” task alongside national defence and security.
OP-ED: Development-oriented diplomacy: From strategic vision to disciplined rollout
Jul 13, 2026 15:52
Ambassador Pham Quang Vinh, former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, stressed that Resolution 06 should not be seen in isolation. Rather, it is tightly interwoven with Resolution 59 on global integration and other strategic Party resolutions on sci-tech, innovation, and foreign investment attraction.
OP-ED: Foreign affairs in new era: When national strength resonates with pulse of times
Jul 08, 2026 15:40
The resolution sets out a vision of enabling Vietnam's "heartbeat to resonate with that of the world, breathe in step with the spirit of the times, contribute to peace shaping, foster prosperity, and build a stronger and higher international standing for the country and nation.”
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