Substantive changes to Việt Nam - South Korea relations

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Substantive changes to Việt Nam - South Korea relations

21/04/2026

03:47

At the invitation of Party General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm, the President of the Republic of South Korea, Lee Jae-myung, and his spouse will pay a state visit to Vietnam from 21st to 24th April. To discuss the significance of this visit, we’re now joined by Miss Kyu-yeon Choi from KBS.

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Government raises tax exemption threshold

Politics 01:46

During the first session of the 16th National Assembly, deputies on Wednesday morning debated draft resolutions on breakthrough mechanisms for Việt Nam’s cultural development and the establishment of Đồng Nai as a centrally governed city. Earlier on Tuesday afternoon, they discussed amendments to key tax laws, including personal income tax, value-added tax, corporate income tax and special consumption tax.

Vietnam - South Korea deepen ties with state visit

Politics 05:00

President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung and his spouse are on a State visit to Việt Nam from April 21 to 24, at the invitation of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse. The visit is expected to help shape a long-term framework for bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Public investment effectiveness to be ensured

Politics 02:44

On the afternoon of 21 April, the National Assembly discussed the mid-term public investment plan for the 2026-2030 period. Deputies have proposed reviewing and refining mechanisms, alongside measures to accelerate public investment disbursement and ensure breakthrough growth for the new model. The session also covered proposed amendments to the Personal Income Tax, VAT, Corporate Income Tax, and Special Consumption Tax (Excise Tax) Law.

National Assembly discusses key economic growth drivers

Politics 02:10

During the National Assembly's plenary session on 21 April, deputies discussed socio-economic performance, state budget implementation, public savings, anti-waste efforts, and progress on national gender equality targets. Deputies highlighted positive economic results, indicating that double-digit growth is achievable. They emphasised that science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation are key drivers for the next phase of development.

National Assembly discusses barriers on equality progress

Politics 01:41

During the 21 April plenary session on socio-economic issues, National Assembly deputies discussed the progress of national gender equality goals. While acknowledging achievements, they identified systemic challenges and proposed solutions to promote true gender equality. Moving forward, gender equality should be viewed as both a social goal and as a key indicator of development, quality, and fairness in policy.

Việt Nam - South Korea deepen ties with state visit

Politics 06:17

34 years since South Korea and Việt Nam established diplomatic relations, their partnership has grown into a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. As President Lee Jae Myung and his spouse begin a four-day state visit to Việt Nam on April 21, it is a timely moment to reflect on the key milestones that have shaped this enduring and dynamic bilateral relationship.