Author: Hanoi Post

Vietnam and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations as Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyễn Minh Hằng welcomed newly appointed US Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks in Hà Nội. The meeting highlighted both countries’ shared commitment to advancing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through deeper cooperation across multiple sectors. Deputy Minister Hằng expressed confidence that Ambassador Wicks’ experience will help further expand collaboration in trade, investment, science, technology, and high-level diplomatic exchanges. She also welcomed closer coordination in preparation for APEC 2027, reaffirming Vietnam’s hope to host a successful summit and strengthen regional cooperation. Ambassador Wicks described it…

Vietnam has launched a nationwide campaign to strengthen support for people who made significant contributions to the country, including war veterans, families of fallen soldiers, and other beneficiaries, ahead of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day. Speaking at the national conference in Hà Nội, Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to improving welfare policies and honoring those who sacrificed for national independence. The Government announced continued reforms to expand benefits for eligible recipients, including an 8% increase in standard monthly allowances from July 2026 and intensified efforts to locate and identify the remains of…

Vietnam has called for stronger international cooperation and fair governance of natural resources, emphasizing that responsible resource management is essential for promoting peace, security, and sustainable development. Speaking at a United Nations Security Council debate in New York, Minister Counsellor Nguyễn Hải Lưu stressed the importance of integrating natural resource governance into conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and post-conflict recovery strategies. Highlighting ASEAN’s experience, the Vietnamese diplomat urged the international community to establish transparent global standards while respecting each country’s sovereignty over its natural resources. He also called for measures to prevent the politicization of resource supply chains and encouraged greater technical…

People-to-people diplomacy remains a key driver of Vietnam’s international engagement, helping strengthen trust, cultural understanding, and long-term cooperation beyond the reach of traditional diplomatic channels. Ahead of the upcoming National Diplomatic Conference, Deputy Foreign Minister Ngô Lê Văn emphasized the importance of modernizing this approach to support Vietnam’s growing role on the global stage. According to Văn, people-to-people diplomacy has played a significant role throughout Vietnam’s history by expanding international partnerships, promoting national development, and enhancing the country’s global image. As digital technology, artificial intelligence, and social media reshape international communication, he said Vietnam must adopt more innovative and strategic…