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First session of the 16th National Assembly lays foundation for full-term agenda

International conference discusses co-operation in East Sea in time of turbulence

One of the bright spots in the East Sea (internationally known as South China Sea) tension this year is that many countries have clarified their legal stance in the sea through diplomatic notes exchanged at the United Nations, said Dr Phạm Lan Dung, acting director of the Diplomatic Academy of Việt Nam on Monday.

HCM City to abolish People’s Councils at district and ward levels next year

With 87.14 per cent of votes, National Assembly deputies on Monday morning passed a resolution on urban administration in HCM City to eliminate People’s Councils at district and ward levels in the city.

ASEAN member countries promote practical defence co-operation

The ASEAN Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Working Group (ADSOM WG) was held via video conference on Monday to promote defence cooperation among member states.

Vietnamese, Japanese defence ministers hold phone talks

Defence minister General Ngô Xuân Lịch and his Japanese counterpart Nobuo Kishi agreed to implement national defence cooperation after the COVID-19 pandemic is brought under control during their phone talks on Monday.

Record number of documents adopted at 37th ASEAN Summit against COVID-19 backdrop

The number of adopted documents was the largest in the history of all ASEAN meetings, said Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc.

ASEAN-UN partnership grows stronger than ever: UN Chief

The comprehensive partnership between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United Nations (UN) has grown stronger than ever in recent years, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said at the 11th ASEAN-Summit that was held online on Sunday.

VN highlights importance of maintaining environment of peace and stability

The 15th East Asia Summit (EAS) took place virtually on Saturday, during which leaders exchanged views on regional and international issues of shared concern, including the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recovery.

ASEAN+3 joins in fight against pandemic

Leaders from ASEAN countries, the Republic of Korea (RoK), Japan and China praised the region's international co-ordination in the battle against COVID-19 during a summit on Saturday.

New Zealand commits support for ASEAN during COVID-19 pandemic

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced a wide range of support for ASEAN at the ASEAN-New Zealand Commemorative Summit on Saturday.

National Assembly adopts revised laws

The 14th National Assembly adopted the amended Law on Residency during its ongoing 10th session in Hà Nội on Friday.

Australia donates millions of dollars to support ASEAN's COVID-19 response efforts

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Saturday announced a series of financial packages to support ASEAN and Mekong countries with post-COVID-19 economic recovery at the second ASEAN-Australia biennial summit.

US-ASEAN partnership has never been stronger: US President's special envoy

The strategic partnership between the US and ASEAN representing the aspirations of billions of people has never been stronger and is a partnership of “free, equal and independent nations” which respect one another’s sovereignty.

National Assembly discusses draft revised Law on Drug Prevention and Control

The National Assembly (NA) discussed the draft revised Law on Drug Prevention and Control during the plenary session on Friday morning.

Leaders calls for enhancing cooperation at Mekong-Japan summit

Leaders from Mekong countries and Japan have pledged to strengthen cooperation at the 12th Mekong-Japan Summit on Friday.

RoK commits to supporting Mekong countries in accessing COVID-19 vaccine: President Moon

The Republic of Korea (RoK) will provide US$10 million for developing countries in the disease fight to ensure that residents of the Mekong countries can access the vaccine, RoK’s President Moon Jae-in said at the second Mekong-RoK Summit on Friday.

ASEAN, India reaffirm ties in 21st century

ASEAN and Indian leaders reaffirmed their commitment to developing bilateral ties in the 21st century during the 17th ASEAN-India Summit held on Thursday chaired by Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc.

RoK President unveils initiative to deepen cooperation with Southeast Asia

The Republic of Korea’s President Moon Jae-in has announced the “New Southern Policy Plus” initiative to enhance the country’s regional diplomacy at the Korea-ASEAN Summit, held via satellite link.

ASEAN-China ties among most substantive partner relations of ASEAN: PM Phúc

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc chaired the 23rd ASEAN-China Summit held online on Thursday afternoon with the participation of ASEAN leaders, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, and the bloc’s Secretary-General Lim Jock Hoi.

Thai foreign minister speaks highly of Việt Nam's contribution to ASEAN

Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai spoke to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 37th ASEAN Summit in Hà Nội

Việt Nam reduces greenhouse gas emissions in response to climate change

Việt Nam has completed an updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) with plans to reduce total greenhouse gas emissions 9 per cent by 2030 in an attempt to respond to climate change.