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Vietnam backs ASEAN culture of consultation, dialogue, preventive diplomacy

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang stressed that amid conflicts and instability in various parts of the world, ASEAN should give top priority to strengthening the foundations of peace and stability, uphold the rule of law and promote the bloc’s principles and norms of conduct, particularly the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC).

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Vietnamese, Lao parliaments seek to promote substantive cooperation

Standing Vice President of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Do Van Chien expressed his confidence that through this time’s working trip, the two NA Offices will continue to share experiences and improve the quality of advisory and support services for legislative work, supervision, digital transformation, and the operations of local people-elected bodies.

Standing Vice President of the Vietnamese National Assembly Do Van Chien (right) receives Chairman of the Lao NA Office Bounchanh Sivongphanh in Hanoi on November 14, 2026. (Photo: VNA)

Top Vietnamese leader arrives in Phnom Penh to attend 20th Francophonie Summit

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, accompanied by a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, arrived in Phnom Penh on November 14 afternoon, beginning his activities in Cambodia and attendance at the 20th Francophonie Summit from November 14 to 16 at the invitation of King Norodom Sihamoni.

Top Vietnamese leader arrives in Phnom Penh to attend 20th Francophonie Summit

Ho Chi Minh City steps up substantive cooperation with British partners

Ho Chi Minh City hopes its cooperation with the UK will leave an increasingly visible mark on its green and sustainable growth, from more efficient metro services and modern, liveable urban areas to green financing for strategic projects, educational opportunities for young people and healthcare facilities serving the community, a local official has said.

Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Truong Minh Huy Vu (C), British Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew (L) and British Consul General in the city Alexandra Smith at the King's 78th birthday party on November 13, 2026. (Photo: VNA)
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Heavy rain causes widespread damage across central Vietnam

According to the Vietnam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, as of 5pm on November 11, the downpours injured two people in Hue city, and damaged or unroofed 38 houses in Quang Tri, Hue, Quang Ngai and Dak Lak.

Authorities in Mang But commune, Quang Ngai province, assist residents whose homes have been affected by floods and landslides (Photo: VNA)

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