National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed confidence that this upgrade to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will open up a new phase for more profound, trusting and strategic cooperation between Việt Nam and New Zealand.
Chinese military drill took place just three days after Việt Nam announced the baseline used to calculate the width of Việt Nam's territorial sea in the Gulf of Tonkin on February 21.
The Lý Vạn – Shuo Long crossing represents the most convenient gateway connecting major tourist destinations of the two localities, and existing infrastructure and flexible support policies give the facility substantial potential within the border checkpoint system linking Cao Bằng and Guangxi.
Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyễn Minh Vũ suggested turning railway cooperation into a new growth pole and a new symbol of collaboration between Vietnam and China.
President of the Cambodian National Assembly Samdech Khuon Sudary highlighted the long-standing friendship with Việt nam, and held that both sides should develop concrete programmes and plans to implement high-level agreements.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon expressed admiration for Việt Nam’s rich cultural heritage and educational legacy, highlighting the Temple of Literature as a remarkable symbol of learning and academic excellence.
Ambassador Mai Phan Dũng said Việt Nam will conduct dialogues on its national reports regarding the implementation of key international human rights treaties in 2025.
Secretary of the city Party Committee Lê Tiến Châu highlighted the city's strategic advantages as a potential major transshipment center between Việt Nam and China.
VFH 2.6 staff offered meaningful gifts to the hospital and its patients, including vitamins, antiseptic solutions, face masks, gloves, PPE suits, notebooks, and colouring kits.
PM Phạm Minh Chính welcomed stronger business connections between the two countries and affirmed Việt Nam's commitment to creating a favourable investment environment for New Zealand enterprises, particularly those involved in high-quality, modern technology projects.
Party leader Tô Lâm also praised New Zealand’s effective governance, strong economy, and advancements in science, technology and education -- areas crucial to Việt Nam's growth.
President Lương Cường stressed the significance of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's official visit in the elevation of the relations, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties (1975–2025).
The ADMM and ADMM+, along with other ASEAN-led defence cooperation mechanisms, continue to affirm their role as key platforms for defence policy consultation and practical defence cooperation, improving the region’s ability to respond to security challenges
Joint Statement on the elevation of the New Zealand – Việt Nam relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, on the occasion of the visit to the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam by New Zealand Prime Minister Right Honourable Christopher Luxon from 25-28 February, 2025.
Both leaders agreed that after five decades of diplomatic ties, 16 years of a Comprehensive Partnership, and five years of a Strategic Partnership, the two nations have built a strong and extensive relationship. With this solid foundation, they decided to upgrade their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Taking place in Hà Nội on February 25-26, the second ASEAN Future Forum had an intensive agenda that addressed critical issues in the region.
PM Phạm Minh Chính said he expects two sides to seriously implement high-level common perceptions, well control disagreements, and maintain peace and stability at sea.
Delighted at the positive and practical development of the bilateral relations, the two leaders agreed that the demand and potential for cooperation remain huge, especially in the areas of defence and security, green development, digital transformation, oil and gas, fisheries, halal food, and tourism.
 and Diana Guzman, Chair of Prudence Foundation and Chief Sustainability Officer, Prudential plc (second from left) at the launch of Talk It Out in Vietnam)
