Regarding the orientation for developing economic and trade relations in the coming period, the Party leader underscored that Vietnam consistently pursues a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, while diversifying and multilateralising international relations and placing national interests at the highest priority.
Noting that 2026 has been identified as a year of acceleration toward achieving double-digit economic growth, the NA Chairman urged stronger coordination in proposing policies to competent authorities aimed at promoting socio-economic development, ensuring national defence and security, building a clean and strong political system, strengthening external relations, and intensifying the fight against corruption, wastefulness and other negative phenomena.
President Thongloun Sisoulith expressed appreciation for development projects supported by the Thai Royal Family in Laos, which have brought tangible benefits to the Lao people and made notable contributions to the country’s development, particularly in the fields of education, agriculture and health care.
Quang affirmed that the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) welcomes US enterprises and technology partners to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam, contributing to the country’s digital transformation goals and the development of high-quality human resources.
Vietnam was the only market to record net foreign capital inflows into its financial market in the week ending March 13, attracting 46.4 million USD and ending a two-week streak of net selling.
Under the agreement, the two airlines will provide support worth more than 1.1 billion VND (nearly 42,000 USD), helping to improve connectivity and promote the image of the former imperial capital to domestic and international visitors. They will assist in transporting international art troupes, delegates, invited guests and personnel participating in the festival's activities.
The authors - Vu Quang Dan, Nguyen Van Thang, Nguyen Thi Cuc, Nguyen Thi Tuyet Mai and Do Phuong Anh - won the prize for their work titled “Imprint of a tenure: Aspiration for new heights”.
TikTok contributed about 20 billion RM (5 billion USD) to Malaysia’s economy, accounting for roughly 4% of the value generated by the country’s digital economy sectors. The platform also supported around 147,000 jobs through its ecosystem of content creators, online sellers and businesses.
According to United Overseas Bank (UOB), Malaysia's investment outlook for the next 12 to 24 months remains positive despite global headwinds and energy volatility linked to the Middle East conflict. Investor confidence is bolstered by diversification across high-growth sectors, including electrical and electronics, electric vehicles, and digital services.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung on March 17 received Helene Budliger Artieda, Director of Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs, who was on a working visit to Vietnam from March 15 to 17.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment urged ministries, agencies, local authorities, embassies, and international organisations to hold practical and effective activities aligned with the themes. Suggested activities include displaying eco-friendly banners, posters, and billboards in public spaces, streets, government offices, and other suitable venues to raise public awareness of the events’ importance.
Medical specialists and professors from Germany, Italy, Austria, and Spain conducted screenings for 80 children with cleft lips and palates and other congenital deformities. Following medical assessments, nearly 40 cases were selected for reconstructive surgery.
President Thongloun Sisoulith expressed appreciation for development projects supported by the Thai Royal Family in Laos, which have brought tangible benefits to the Lao people and made notable contributions to the country’s development, particularly in the fields of education, agriculture and health care.
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