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Vietnam has first judge at International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
Lan Anh, Vietnam’s candidate, secured the highest number of votes among candidates from the Asia-Pacific region in elections held on June 18 at the 36th Meeting of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) at the United Nations headquarters.
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Vietnam presides over opening session of 36th meeting of States Parties to UNCLOS
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.
AFF 2026 - Strategic platform for shaping ASEAN’s long-term future: Malaysian scholar
Collins Chong Yew Keat, a foreign affairs, security and strategy analyst at the University of Malaya (Malaysia), described AFF 2026 as a valuable platform for fostering long-term strategic thinking, regional trust-building and policy innovation.
Vietnam promotes discussions on regional cooperation orientations at ASEAN Future Forum
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to advance ASEAN community-building process
Top leader’s ASEAN tour highlights Vietnam’s proactive, constructive diplomacy
Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La Dialogue keynote address reflects strategic vision: Chinese scholar
From the aspiration for peace to Vietnam’s architect position in the new era
Jun 02, 2026 11:18
On the evening of May 29 in Singapore, General Secretary and State President To Lam delivered the keynote address at the opening session of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue under the theme “Actively shaping peace, stability and development in a volatile world”. This was not only an important diplomatic event, but also a strategic message about Vietnam’s position, mettle and responsibility in the country’s new era of development.
Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La speech spotlights Vietnam’s proactive diplomacy: Expert
Jun 01, 2026 16:22
The keynote address delivered by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue conveyed a powerful message highlighting the integration of proactive diplomacy with a comprehensive vision for national development.
Vietnam maintains good relations with major powers: Top leader
May 30, 2026 22:42
When asked whether Vietnam would adjust its growth target, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam firmly stated that Vietnam would not revise the target downward. The country remains committed not only to its 2026 growth objective but also to sustaining that growth trajectory in the years ahead, as this is essential for achieving its development milestones.
Indonesian media praise top leader’s message on ASEAN centrality
May 30, 2026 22:42
Against the backdrop of an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, the top Vietnamese leader's messages of ASEAN unity, strategic autonomy, and trust-building have been widely regarded as timely and practical. They also underscore Vietnam’s increasingly active role in regional and international affairs.
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 participation at Shangri-La Dialogue shapes new position for Vietnam
May 28, 2026 14:54
Observers believe Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s address at the Shangri-La Dialogue will attract particular international attention, not only because of Vietnam’s increasingly prominent role but also because of the messages it is expected to deliver on maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and strategic balance in a region undergoing profound transformation.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to open on June 9 with expanded agenda: ministry
May 26, 2026 22:14
Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Manh Cuong told reporters that the forum, first proposed by the Vietnamese Prime Minister at the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Indonesia in September 2023, has been successfully organised in 2024 and 2025, gradually establishing itself as an open dialogue platform that effectively complements ASEAN’s formal processes.
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.
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’s presence in ASEAN Summit spreads message of dynamic, strongly rising Vietnam: official
May 09, 2026 20:37
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang said that the Vietnamese delegation made important contributions to the summit’s success, reflecting the foreign policy orientation set out by the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, which continues to place ASEAN at the centre of Vietnam’s regional engagement, as well as its commitment to proactive, positive and responsible contributions to ASEAN Community-building process.
Vietnam calls for stronger ASEAN unity, coordination ahead of 48th Summit
May 07, 2026 22:26
Deputy FM Giang highly valued preparations by the Philippines as ASEAN Chair 2026 and affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to coordinating closely with other member states to ensure the success of the 48th ASEAN Summit.
Vietnam seeks stronger cooperation with ASEAN nations, ADB
May 07, 2026 22:26
During meetings with ASEAN leaders, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern. They agreed to strengthen cooperation and coordination within the bloc and the United Nations, while promoting ASEAN centrality in addressing regional and global issues.
PM’s attendance at ASEAN Summit reaffirms Vietnam’s commitment to community-building process: official
May 05, 2026 22:22
PM Le Minh Hung’s attendance at the summit will further project Vietnam’s image as a proactive, sincere, responsible, and constructive member of ASEAN ready to help with regional peace, stability, and development, thus elevating Vietnam’s international standing and strengthening its relations with other member states.
Prime Minister to attend 48th ASEAN Summit in Philippines
May 04, 2026 22:29
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will lead a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation to the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu, the Philippines, from May 7-8, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.
Vietnam steps up bilateral ties with ASEAN and EU, promotes cultural diplomacy in Brunei
Apr 29, 2026 15:58
In a meeting with Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane, both sides expressed their satisfaction with the substantive progress in bilateral relations and agreed to further operationalise the strategic connectivity across key sectors.
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