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Vietnam Deepens Cooperation with WEF and European Partner Countries
At the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland Donald Tusk, Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Klaus Schwab, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, accompanied by his spouse, led a high-level delegation of Vietnam on a working trip to Europe.
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Five Key Tasks for Advancing People-to-people Diplomacy in Bac Giang in 2025
On January 14 in Bac Giang, the Bac Giang Union of Friendship Organizations held a conference to review people-to-people diplomacy activities in 2024 and implement key tasks and solutions for 2025. Tran Cong Thang, Member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee and President of the Bac Giang Union of Friendship Organizations chaired the conference.
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Meaningful Activities To Foster Vietnam – Guangxi Friendship
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the Vietnam-China Humanitarian Exchange Year, China has launched the book 'Stories of Vietnam-China Friendship in Guangxi' and opened a new direct international flight from Nanning Airport to Hai Phong, Vietnam.
Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association: Half a century of Nurturing Vietnam - Laos Friendship
On January 15, 1975, the Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association was founded, marking a significant milestone in fostering exchanges and mutual understanding between the two nations. Over the past 50 years, the Association has persistently strengthened and developed the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos. Through diverse and creative activities, the Association has helped transform this special friendship into a priceless asset cherished by both peoples.
Vietnam, Brunei Deepen People-to-People Ties in 2024
Cultural exchange and people-to-people exchanges are identified as priority areas of cooperation in the overall Vietnam-Brunei Darussalam Comprehensive Partnership.
Vietnam Gifts Laos a Friendship Park in Vientiane
On January 10, during Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's visit and working program in Laos, he and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the Laos - Vietnam Friendship Park project in Vientiane, Laos.
GIBTK President in Vietnam Honored for his Contribution to Vietnam's Sustainable Development
Over the past 22 years, Robert Valentino Kalatschan, President and Chief Representative of Giving It Back To Kids (GIBTK) in Vietnam, has made contributions to humanitarian work, helping to change the lives of many children, people with disabilities, and families in difficult circumstances. In recognition of his contributions to the sustainable development of Vietnam, on January 9, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations awarded him a Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister.
UK to Support Hanoi in Public Transportation Development Research
On January 8, the Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB) and the British Embassy in Vietnam signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for cooperation within the framework of the workshop "Transit-Oriented Development (TOD): International Experiences and Recommendations for Hanoi."
Turkish Ambassador Pays Courtesy Visit to VUFO
During the meeting, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) and the Turkish Embassy in Hanoi discussed international and regionally relevant issues and proposed potential collaborative activities for the future.
US Ambassador Sends New Year Greetings in Vietnamese, Praises Bilateral Ties
US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper recently shared his thoughts as 2024 comes to a close and 2025 approaches.
AWCH’s New Year Gathering: Celebrating Culture and Connection Among ASEAN Countries
The ASEAN Community Women’s Circle of Hanoi (AWCH) hosted a warm gathering to celebrate the New Year 2025 on January 8.
Vietnamese Cultural Official Receives Italy’s Prestigious Order of Merit
The Italian Embassy in Hanoi held a ceremony at Casa Italia on January 6 to present the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic to Dr. Nguyen Phuong Hoa, Director General of the Department of International Cooperation under the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
Vietnam, US Strengthen Educational and Cultural Cooperation
General Secretary To Lam received Nicholas Berggruen, Founder and Chairman of Berggruen Holdings and the Berggruen Institute, and Nguyen Thi Lien Hang, Director of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute at the US’s Columbia University, on January 7.
New Logo Symbolizes Vietnam and Singapore's Strategic Partnership
On January 6 in Hanoi, the Vietnam-Singapore Friendship Association, in collaboration with the Embassy of Singapore to Vietnam, held a ceremony to unveil the logo "Partnership of a New Era" between Vietnam and Singapore.
U.S. Ambassador Highlights Progress in Vietnam Ties
Reflecting on 2024, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc E. Knapper highlighted significant progress in bilateral relations following a year of the two countries elevating their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
5 Key Priorities of Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations in 2025
On January 3 in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) held a conference to summarize the work in 2024, and set orientations for the work in 2025.
Vietnam is an important country to Australia: diplomat
Renee Deschamps, Chargé d'Affaires of the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, has affirmed that Vietnam is an important country to Australia, not just a trading partner. In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on the occasion of the New Year holidays, the diplomat noted “the relationship has never been better”.
Vietnam's Contributions as Chair of ACHC Praised by Ambassadors of ASEAN Countries to Cuba
On December 30, the Ambassadors of Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Malaysia to Cuba lauded Vietnam's leadership as the rotating Chair of the ASEAN Committee in Havana, Cuba (ACHC) for the latter half of 2024, commending its efforts to bolster intra-regional relations and enhance the bloc’s connections with the host nation.
Vietnam, Laos Forge Stronger Ties for Comprehensive Cooperation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Lao Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith in Hanoi on December 30 during the latter's visit, which aims to prepare for the upcoming 47th session of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee.
Vietnam-India Relations: Rooted in History and Culture
This sentiment was shared by Harchand Singh, Secretary-General of the All-India Peace and Solidarity Organization (AIPSO), during an interview with VietnamTimes magazine on the 12th Vietnam-India People’s Friendship Festival. He expressed his views on the historical and cultural connections between Vietnam and India and emphasized the role of people-to-people exchanges in strengthening bilateral relations.
Cultural Exchange Fosters Vietnam-RoK Friendship
A group of student volunteers from Republic of Korea (RoK)'s Myongji University spent a week in Vinh Long Province from December 23rd, participating in cultural exchange activities and charity work at Phu Quoi C Primary School, thanks to the efforts of the provincial friendship organization.
VietHope Awards 157 Scholarships in Thua Thien Hue
The Union of Friendship Organizations in Thua Thien Hue Province, in collaboration with VietHope, awarded scholarships to students facing financial difficulties in the province at at Hue University of Economics (Thua Thien Hue) on December 29.
Vietnam - Russia Cooperation 2024 Reaps Numerous Positive Results
In 2024, the cooperative relations between Vietnam and the Russian Federation will continue to be strengthened and developed strongly, reflecting the spirit of comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.
