Hanoi (VNA) – President of Brazil Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will pay a state visit to Vietnam from March 27-29, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on March 23.
The visit will be made at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong./.

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☕ Afternoon briefing on March 24
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Vietnam, Poland forge defence cooperation
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Vietnam, Singapore aim to effectively realise Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Singapore was one of the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam) after the signing of the Paris Peace Agreement in January 1973. The two nations also established a Strategic Partnership in September 2013, marking a new chapter in the bilateral ties.

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Brazilian President’s state visit to mark milestone in relations with Vietnam
In a recent interview to the Vietnam News Agency, Vieira said Brazil values Vietnam as a trusted friend and an important ally in the Southern Hemisphere, stressing that the diplomatic ties between the two countries have been built on friendship, cooperation, and mutual respect.

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☀️ Morning digest on March 24
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.

Vietnam, Laos stand in solidarity: Lao Official
In an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency in Vientiane, she highlighted close cooperation between the two parties and its significance to each country's revolutionary cause, emphasising that Laos and Vietnam take great pride in their long-standing relationship.

Singaporean PM’s visit to Vietnam essential to realise comprehensive strategic partnership: Ambassador
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State President presents 1st-class Labour Order to Binh Phuoc, hailing its achievements
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