Việt Nam News

US Senator David Daines expressed his honour to be the first US senator to visit the country in 2025, and is impressed by Việt Nam's strong development and the hospitality of its people.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyễn Minh Tâm congratulated the Lao Party for its great, comprehensive achievements over the past seven decades and reaffirmed Việt Nam’s unwavering support for Laos’ renewal efforts.

Trần Thanh Mẫn welcomed Daines' visit, saying it takes place in the year marking the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the second year of implementing the comprehensive strategic partnership.

The first phase of Long Thành International Airport, with an investment of over VNĐ109 trillion (US$4.6 billion), has been under construction since 2020 and is scheduled for completion in 2026. Progress varies among the four sub-projects due to certain difficulties and obstacles.

US Senator Steven David Daines congratulated Việt Nam on its socio-economic achievements in the past years.

The Party chief expressed his appreciation for Ryotaro’s humanitarian aid efforts, particularly his fundraising of nearly US$20 million for disaster relief and his adoption of over 200 disadvantaged Vietnamese children.

Former Special Ambassador for Việt Nam – Japan Sugi Ryotaro reaffirmed his deep affection for Việt Nam and his commitment to further strengthening the ties between the two nations.

"Going forward, Việt Nam stands ready to continue its discussions and exchanges with the US on this issue in the spirit of constructive and cooperative spirit to exchange information and enhance understanding"

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently working closely with domestic authorities to verify the identities of the detained Vietnamese citizens.

The continued, substantive and effective implementation of these projects will play a key role in further bolstering the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace, Cooperation and Sustainable Development between Việt Nam and the US

General Secretary Tô Lâm advised the young generation to enhance their understanding of the deep historical and strategic significance of bilateral ties, encouraging excellence in science and technology to support national industrialisation and modernisation.

The training focused on raising awareness among unit members about potential security threats, particularly scenarios that may arise during field operations or while traveling outside the base.

Previously, the US government required foreign non-governmental organisations receiving its funding, including the US Department of State and the USAID, to suspend activities for 90 days, starting January 25, 2025, for evaluation and review.

In addition to official ASEAN activities, such as the ASEAN event at the Argentine Parliament, the Vietnamese Embassy will host cultural and social exchanges, including ASEAN Family Day, sports competitions, and culinary and cultural events.

The proposed decree stipulates that the Prime Minister holds the authority to approve visits by foreign military vessels powered by nuclear energy, aircraft carriers, or those exceeding the three-visit annual limit.

The PM outlined the 'six clear principles' for lawmaking, including clearly defining inherited, amended, supplemented and reduced content; specifying the level of decentralisation; and addressing unresolved issues with proposed solutions.

In the discussions, participants emphasised the historical and present relationship between the two countries, expressing their respect for President Hồ Chí Minh and General Võ Nguyên Giáp, and cherishing positive images of Việt Nam and its people

The two sides should enhance the sharing of experience, theories, and best practices related to Party building, safeguarding the Party’s ideological foundation in cyberspace, managing and guiding press agencies; as well as strengthening the friendship and collaboration between press agencies of the two countries