Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Đặng Hoàng Giang proposed that the UN further encourage private-sector engagement in science and technology, and suggest the organisation of technology business forums under the auspices and with the support of the UN and ASEAN.
Scholar says the 14th National Party Congress marks a defining moment for Việt Nam, introducing major innovations from a unified Political Report to a detailed Action Programme for the next five years. With new strategic decisions issued even before the Congress and bold proposals on growth, technology and institutional reform, the draft documents outline an ambitious roadmap for a new era of national rise.
Gross domestic product grew by 8.02 per cent in 2025, lifting average growth for the entire term to about 6.3 per cent, among the highest rates in Southeast Asia. The scale of the economy expanded to more than US$514 billion, placing Việt Nam among the world’s 35 largest economies, while per capita income surpassed $5,000.
The State leader noted that although the ambassadors will serve in different regions, all hold important positions and roles in relation to the country’s interests, expressing his confidence that they will successfully fulfil their duties in their new roles.
The Deputy PM highlighted that the country and the UN have recorded progress in their sci-tech relations, with cooperation in strategic areas matching global trends and bilateral cooperation demand.
The 14th National Party Congress is a historic political event marking a major turning point as Việt Nam enters a new era of national development.
Darsie expressed confidence that the 14th Congress will build on the resolution of the 13th Congress while clearly outlining approaches and solutions to realise the goals set, taking into account rapid and profound global changes during the interval between the two congresses.
The Chinese scholar said that as Việt Nam moves from a “new era” in its national history into a “new era” of the times, the Party Central Committee must outline a clear development roadmap to realise the two centenary goals and steadily advance national modernisation.
Beyond domestic considerations, the congress also holds external and regional significance, sending a clear signal of the role Việt Nam aspires to play in Southeast Asia over the long term.
The Hanoi Declaration builds on the ASEAN leaders’ statement on advancing digital transformation, approved at the 38th ASEAN Summit in 2021.
Over the past 76 years, the two Parties, States and peoples have extended each other invaluable support and assistance, contributing significantly to national liberation and socialist construction in each country.
The Ministry of Public Security places great emphasis on close cooperation with UN agencies to enhance capacity in combating transnational crime, peacekeeping, promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment, and counter-terrorism, Quang stated.
The ambassador emphasised the significance and major directions of the 14th National Party Congress, a landmark event heralding a new chapter in the country’s development.
The 14th National Party Congress marks a pivotal milestone in Việt Nam’s development journey. It brings together strategic visions, major policy decisions and the nation’s aspiration to rise in a new era of growth.
As the 14th National Party Congress approaches (January 19-25, 2026), Việt Nam News and Law reporters speak to Vietnamese citizens at home and abroad, as well as foreign diplomats, about their expectations for this important political event.
Capital’s Party Secretary Nguyễn Duy Ngọc said the neighbouring provinces need a common understanding of how satellite urban areas around Hà Nội should be defined, their quality benchmarks, and development pathways.
The 14th National Party Congress is taking place next week where important documents that guide Việt Nam’s development will be presented to nearly 1,600 delegates, who represent over five million Party members nationwide. The documents introduce strategic changes that are likely to propel Việt Nam into a period of significant growth. Find out what they are.
The PM said that "each house rebuilt under the campaign was constructed not only with concrete and bricks, but also with the compassion, solidarity and support of the entire society."
