Flood relief and APEC security are two of four major tasks that Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has set for the remaining months of the year.

Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng yesterday hosted a reception in Hà Nội for Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc received Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is on an official visit to Việt Nam, in Hà Nội on November 3.

Since joining APEC in 1998, the forum has become an important driving force in helping the country carry out reforms, perform economic restructuring and integration, propel the nation’s growth - and become a member of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Foreign Minister Phạm Bình Minh said the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) and Government always wish to develop the comprehensive strategic partnership with China during his talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Hà Nội on Thursday.

All 21 leaders of the APEC economies have confirmed their attendance at the upcoming APEC 2017 Economic Leaders’ Week in the central city of Đà Nẵng.

National Assembly deputies raised a host of concerns on Thursday, including the failure to nip wrongful appointments in the bud, the quality of growth and healthcare services, and relevance of training given to workers.

President Trần Đại Quang on Thursday stressed Việt Nam’s consistent policy to promote extensive strategic partnership with Japan, considering it a trustworthy and long-term partner in diverse areas.

Deputy Prime Minister Vương Đình Huệ received Mayor of the Belgian city of Ostend Johan Vande Lanotte in Hà Nội yesterday.