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Vietnam’s foreign policy reflects national identity, resilience: Japanese expert
By remaining steadfast on fundamental principles such as independence, self-reliance and national interests, Vietnam can engage flexibly with individual partners while developing cooperation with as many countries as possible. Such an approach is increasingly relevant in a complex and unpredictable international environment.
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Leaders attend meeting marking Traditional Days of public security and diplomacy sectors
In recent years, the Ministry of National Defence, Ministry of Public Security and Ministry of Foreign Affairs have effectively carried out their respective functions and responsibilities, particularly the coordination mechanism for situation research and assessment and policy advice to the Party and State.
33rd Diplomatic Conference: Vietnam's foreign policy wins praise from Canadian expert
Vina Nadjibulla, former Vice President for Research and Strategy at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, credited pragmatic diplomacy with allowing Vietnam to build relationships with a range of partners without becoming overly dependent on any single country. That approach, she noted, has become more relevant as major-power rivalry heats up, the global economy fragments, and pressure mounts on countries to pick sides.
Party diplomacy builds political foundation for Vietnam's ties with other countries
33rd Diplomatic Conference: Top leader’s broad directions provide fresh impetus for new stage of development
Top leader attends opening of 33rd Diplomatic Conference
33rd Diplomatic Conference to chart foreign affairs agenda for Vietnam's new development era
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.
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.
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: When foreign affairs pioneer in shaping nation's future
Jun 12, 2026 21:48
Resolution No. 06-NQ/TW represents both a continuation and a development of the Party’s comprehensive foreign policy and President Ho Chi Minh’s thought. If international integration helped create a favourable environment for development, diplomacy today is tasked with protecting and expanding that space.
Cambodian expert hails AFF 2026 as milestone in multilateral party diplomacy
Jun 11, 2026 21:53
AFF 2026 is a testament to Vietnam’s ability to pursue a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, and deeper international integration. The forum’s agenda also demonstrated the host country’s organisational capacity in broadening dialogue beyond the government level, bringing together representatives of major ASEAN cities, youth groups, and the private sector, said Dr. Gnel Rattha, President of the Cambodia–Russia Business Association.
Promoting the pioneering role of diplomacy and shaping a favorable international environment for national development
Jun 11, 2026 13:41
On June 11, at the National Assembly House, the Politburo and the Party Central Committee Secretariat held a nationwide conference to study, disseminate, and implement Resolution No. 06-NQ/TW dated May 19, 2026, issued by the Politburo, on implementing the foreign policy direction of the 14th National Party Congress. Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended and delivered a keynote speech at the conference. The People’s Deputies Newspaper respectfully introduces the full text of the speech.
ASEAN must vigorously renew its “value mindset” to transform strategic assets into adaptive and action-oriented capabilities
Jun 09, 2026 17:00
On June 9, at the Presidential Palace, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam received heads of delegations attending the 3rd ASEAN Future Forum. The People’s Deputies Newspaper respectfully introduces the full text of his speech at the meeting.
Vietnam reaffirms independent foreign policy, strategic autonomy: Ambassador
Jun 03, 2026 13:27
Vietnam consistently pursues a foreign policy of independence and self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of international relations, Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Ngo Minh Nguyet said in a speech to professors, lecturers and students at the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA) in Buenos Aires on June 2.
Top Vietnamese leader’s Shangri-La address makes strong impact: Chinese scholar
Jun 01, 2026 16:51
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.
PM Le Minh Hung attends opening ceremony of 48th ASEAN Summit
May 08, 2026 21:03
At the 48th ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung is expected to deliver key speeches conveying Vietnam’s foreign policy orientations adopted at the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, as well as the country’s views on ASEAN priorities.
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs receives diplomats of ASEAN countries, Timor-Leste
Sep 11, 2025 22:25
Amid conflicts, tensions, and complicated developments in many regions, ASEAN member states must continue working together to safeguard achievements, especially promoting unity to drive the bloc’s stronger growth in the future, Trung said.
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