Focus
2024 US Election Progress and its Implications for Vietnam's People-to-people Diplomacy
On April 16, in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a discussion on "Information about the 2024 US Election".
Friendship
Vietnam Has Great Potential to Participate in Global Value Chain of Digital Economy
Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair commented that artificial intelligence will create rapid and comprehensive changes in the world economy shortly. In that context, Tony Blair believes that Vietnam has great potential to participate deeply in the global value chain in the field of digital economy.
Friendship
Vietnam Day: Belarusians Learn About Vietnamese History And Culture
On April 15, the Vietnamese Embassy in Belarus coordinated with the Association of International Friendship and Cultural Exchange of Belarus and the Belarus - Vietnam Friendship Association to organize Vietnam Day in Minsk.
Workshop "Ensuring the rights of migrant Vietnamese workers" to address 5 key issues
On January 15, the Government Standing Office of Human Rights held a workshop "Ensuring the rights of migrant Vietnamese workers". The workshop, held at the beginning of 2021, expected a milestone to start a new year of many challenges and opportunities in the protection and assurance of human rights in Vietnam.
Mr. Nguyen Van Doanh officially becomes VUFO’s Vice Chairman
The Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held the third conference of the presidium of the VUFO, term VI (2019-2024) on January 14. Mr. Nguyen Van Doanh, member of Party's designated representation of the VUFO, has been elected as Vice Chairman for the 2019-2024 term.
Winner of logo contest to mark 50th anniversary of Vietnam – Norway ties announced
Mr. Arild Haugan, Norwegian Honorary Consul in Ho Chi Minh City awarded on behalf of the Norwegian Embassy 1st prize winner Ms. Do Vuong Nguyet Linh on 7 January.
UNFPA supports Vietnam protect older people from COVID-19
While the coronavirus spreads amongst persons of all ages, older persons and those with underlying medical conditions are at an increasing risk of developing severe conditions and having higher death rates from COVID-19.
American veterans raise funds for post-flood relief in Vietnam
The campaign led by Ronald Haeberle, My Lai Massacre Photographer and Chuck Searcy, Co-Founder of Project RENEW.
Vietnam reiterates commitment to combat terrorism together with joint efforts of international community
In a virtual open debate of the UN Security Council (UNSC) held on January 12, Vietnam reaffirmed commitment to participate in global efforts against terrorism.
Lifesaving assistance to flood-affected populations in Quang Tri
CARE is cooperating with Quang Tri's Department of Ethnics Minority Affairs to prioritise WASH and basic needs as immediate support to 44,000 people directly affected by storms and floods over the next six months in 16 communes of Quang Tri Province.
IMF, RFI laud Vietnam’s effective response to Covid-19 pandemic
In an article recently posted on Indian online newspaper ThePrint, Helge Berger- assistant director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)'s Asia and Pacific Department praised Vietnam’s efforts in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic even in the absence of a vaccine.
Vietnam and US convene first Friends of the Mekong Policy Dialogue
On January 12, the United States and Vietnam co-hosted the first Friends of the Mekong Policy Dialogue under the new Mekong-U.S. Partnership.
Vietnam-EU ties to flourish stronger in the time ahead
With the rapid development over the past 30 years, Vietnam- EU relations are expected to grow stronger in 2021 and the years to come, said a Vietnamese official.
WWF Vietnam honoured for contribution to environment sector
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Vietnam recently received a Certificate of credit for “Excellent achievements in the formation of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020, contributing to the construction and development of the natural resources and environment sector”.
US NGOs donates learning supplies to children in flood-damaged province
In order to promptly support the education sector in the flood-hit Quang Binh province, The Library Project team visited three elementary schools to provide learning supplies to help rebuilt children’s education paths in the flood-hit areas.
Vietnamese three-generation family with deep affection toward Cuba in hearts
Vietnamtimes reporters met Vu Hoang Phuong Anh (born 1991, Hanoi) on an autumn morning in Hanoi. Her youthful style, shining smile are our first impressions of the young girl.
HUFO calls for more support from foreign NGOs
The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organizations (HUFO) held an annual meeting of foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Ho Chi Minh City in 2020.
Vietnam, India strengthen defense ties via January 12 videoconference
The 13th Vietnam-India defense policy dialogue at deputy ministerial level was held on January 12 via videoconference, chaired by Deputy Defence Minister Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh and Indian Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar.
UNFPA renders extend support to floods-affected central Vietnam
The UN’s sexual and reproductive health agency provided additional 6,903 Dignity Kits to support women and girls at risk of violence.
Vietnam President congratulates newly-elected General Secretary of Workers' Party of Korea
Kim Jong Un was elected as the General Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea at its 8th national congress which took place from January 5-10.
Vietnamese aviation willing to aid Indonesia following plane crash tragedy
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) stands ready to support its Indonesian counterpart with regard to the recent plane crash, said CAAV leader.
NGO continues delivery of emergency assistance in Quang Binh
The Samaritan’s Purse International Relief (SPIR) of the United State and the Union of Friendship Organizations of Quang Binh Province have joined hands with the people in the central Quang Binh province to overcome difficulties caused by natural disasters and floods.
Vietnam sends condolences to Indonesia over plane crash
Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Binh Minh on January 10 sent a message of condolences to Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi after an Indonesia passenger jet crashed into the ocean with 62 people on board.
