Việt Nam News

Hà Nội leaders stress that digital transformation should not be measured by the number of software systems or online procedures, but by tangible outcomes such as reduced paperwork, lower costs, shorter processing times and more transparent governance.

Jo Yong Won, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) and Chairman of the SPA of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), expressed confidence that under the leadership of the CPV, headed by General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, Việt Nam will successfully achieve the strategic goals set forth at the 14th National Party Congress.

HCM City and the Lao capital, Vientiane, on May 15 committed to deepening their bilateral ties across multiple sectors following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the 2026-30 period.

Việt Nam’s top leaders on Friday extended congratulations to Hungary’s new prime minister, parliamentary speaker and deputy prime minister.

Delegates at the BRICS ministerial meeting highlighted the need for reform of global governance and stronger cooperation among emerging economies in response to geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions.

Top legislator Trần Thanh Mẫn urged the preparations for adding key draft laws and ordinances to the 2026–27 legislative agenda and strengthen oversight of the implementation of Việt Nam's international commitments and cooperation agreements signed between the Vietnamese parliament and foreign counterparts.

The committee is tasked with directing the review process, focusing on assessing achievements, identifying difficulties, shortcomings and causes, and proposing tasks and solutions to improve the effectiveness of the new apparatus before reporting to the Politburo.

Top legislator Trần Thanh Mẫn stressed the need to promote information technology, digital transformation and artificial intelligence in the operations of the National Assembly’s Committee for National Defence, Security and External Relations to reduce administrative workloads and improve the quality of policy advice, verification and law-making.

Visiting Hải Phòng police on Thursday, Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng said that maintaining security is not only about preserving public safety but also about safeguarding a strategic gateway and sustaining development momentum for both the region and the country.

Recalling President Hồ Chí Minh’s deep affection for children, Party General Secretary and State President Lâm said the late leader’s “Five Teachings” remain a profound value system guiding children in learning, self-improvement and personal development.

During a meeting in Siem Reap, Cambodia, the delegations from the Communist Party of Việt Nam and the Cambodian People’s Party agreed to step up coordination as well as public awareness on the traditional friendship, solidarity and mutual support between the two countries.

Việt Nam requested that all relevant parties respect its sovereignty over the Spratly Islands, refrain from actions that further complicate the situation, observe international law, and seriously implement the DOC.

Việt Nam has defended its intellectual property enforcement efforts after a critical US report, with the foreign ministry highlighting tougher crackdowns on counterfeit goods, online piracy and trademark violations while urging Washington to make a “balanced and objective” assessment.

Việt Nam is actively coordinating with ASEAN countries and partners in preparations for the forum

Summarising 40 years of implementing the Platform is not just about reviewing a document; it must clarify Việt Nam's development model, the model of socialism and Việt Nam's path to socialism.

Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyễn Trường Thắng stressed that defence ties, a key pillar of bilateral relationship, have been growing substantively and effectively, with progress in the exchange of all-level delegations, especially those at high level, defence industry, training, and United Nations peacekeeping operations, consistent with agreements reached by leaders and the two defence ministries, plus signed cooperation documents.

At the meetings, the senior Vietnamese Party official affirmed that Việt Nam would continue to work closely with Cambodia to strengthen and deepen bilateral ties, while consistently supporting Cambodia’s peaceful, stable and prosperous development.

Việt Nam highly values the support of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in strengthening national capacity in crime prevention and criminal justice, drug control, and addressing emerging challenges, particularly cybercrime, said Ambassador Vũ Lê Thái Hoàng.