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South Africa strengthens ties with Vietnam

Politics 15:40

Vietnam and South Africa have agreed to elevate their ties to a Strategic Partnership. The announcement followed discussions between State President Luong Cuong and President Cyril Ramaphosa on 23 October, which focused on trade, investment, technology, and cultural cooperation.

Vietnam - Bulgaria ties elevated to strategic partnership

Politics 13:30

An official welcome ceremony for Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation took place on Thursday morning, 23 October (local time) at the Presidential Palace in Sofia. The ceremony was part of the official state visit to Bulgaria from 23 to 24 October, at the invitation of Bulgarian President Rumen Radev.

Promoting peaceful dispute resolution

Politics 20:42

As the world continues to witness major upheavals, the issue of resolving border and territorial disputes has become increasingly complex. On 21 October in Hanoi, an international conference themed “Territorial And Boundary Dispute Resolution In A Changing World” brought together scholars, policymakers, and experts to exchange perspectives and explore new approaches.

International cooperation on mine action

Politics 19:58

After 15 years of implementation, the National Action Programme on Overcoming Post-War Bomb and Mine Consequences (2010–2025), known as Programme 504, has achieved significant results. The programme has cleared nearly 504,000 hectares of land and removed hundreds of tonnes of unexploded ordnance. International cooperation has been crucial in helping many localities quickly address the lingering impacts of these war remnants.

Hanoi Convention - The Signing Ceremony & High-Level Conference

Politics 15:46

Hanoi Convention – The Signing Ceremony & High-Level Conference will be held on 25–26 October 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Potomac Dialogue opens

Politics 16:17

The inaugural Potomac Dialogue opened in Washington, D.C., gathering more than 200 delegates from countries across the Indo - Pacific region. This new initiative, launched by the Centre for Asia Pacific Strategy (CAPS), aims to foster economic and security cooperation amid an increasingly complex global landscape.

14th National Party Congress drafts released

Politics 16:00

The draft documents for the 14th National Party Congress are now open for public feedback nationwide. A key highlight of the draft is its clear and practical vision for national development. It places people at the centre, inspiring ambition, self-reliance, and national strength as Viet Nam moves towards its two centennial goals.

Vietnam pushes to lift IUU warning

Politics 21:46

By November 15, 2025, Vietnam aims to address four key issues, with the goal of having the yellow card lifted by the end of the year. This is the request recently issued by Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. Since receiving a “yellow card” from the European Commission in 2017 over illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Vietnam has consistently worked to meet EC recommendations.

14th Congress Drafts open to public

Politics 21:45

For one month, starting on 15 October, the draft documents to be submitted to the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam will be made public for widespread consultation. Opinions will be gathered from Party members, officials, citizens, and overseas Vietnamese.