Hanoi (VNA) – General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietanm Central Committee and President To Lam on October 30 sent a congratulatory message to Governor-General of Solomon Islands Sir David Tiva Kapu on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Vietnam and Solomon Islands (October 30, 1996–2026).
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung cabled a message of congratulations to Prime Minister Matthew Cooper Wale.
On this occasion, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung extended his congratulations to Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Rick Nelson Houenipwela/.
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Reviewing bilateral ties, Ambassador Ngo Minh Nguyet said the traditional friendship and Comprehensive Partnership between the two countries have continued to develop positively, becoming increasingly substantive and effective.
Vietnam sends condolences on passing of former Japanese PM Fukuda Yasuo
In the message, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung extended his deepest condolences and expressed profound appreciation for Mr. Fukuda’s special affection for and valuable support to Vietnam and its people, as well as his contributions to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and Japan.
Ceremony held to mark 60th anniversary of Gen. Raul Castro Ruz’s first visit to Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City’s 100-year master plan gets the green light
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☕ Afternoon briefing on October 30
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam improves compliance score under Cape Town Convention in aviation
Vietnam’s Cape Town Convention (CTC) Compliance Index score has risen to 67.5 points, according to an update issued by the Aviation Working Group (AWG) on October 27, 2026, up five points from the previous score of 62.5.
Deputy PM pays tribute to former Japanese PM Fukuda Yasuo
The State and people of Vietnam are deeply saddened by the passing of Japan's former Prime Minister Fukuda Yasuo, a great and close friend of Vietnam. On behalf of the Government and people of Vietnam, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Tien Chau extended the deepest condolences to the Government and people of Japan, as well as his family.
☀️ Morning digest on October 30
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam’s top leader sends condolences to Spain over deadly train accident
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam on October 29 sent a message of condolences to King Felipe VI of Spain following a serious railway accident that caused heavy loss of life.
Kazakhstan sees strong potential to expand cooperation with Vietnam in multiple sectors
Vietnam attaches importance to Kazakhstan’s role in Central Asia and stands ready to serve as a bridge for Kazakhstan to strengthen its relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Top leader calls on female NA deputies to help shape national development policies
Top leader To Lam called on female NA deputies to contribute proactively to lawmaking from the earliest stages, ensuring that policies are grounded in practical evidence, constitutional, consistent and enforceable. They should identify shortcomings before laws are adopted, put forward initiatives in the common interest, maintain their independent judgement and uphold integrity to prevent group interests from distorting policymaking.
Lao National Assembly President and spouse to visit Vietnam
Lao National Assembly President Sonexay Siphandone and his spouse will pay an official visit to Vietnam from November 2 to 5, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnamese, Lao localities strengthen cooperation in border security
For the coming time, the two sides agreed to effectively implement signed agreements, enhance information sharing and joint patrols, and step up efforts against drug-related crime, human trafficking, smuggling, illegal weapons and explosives trafficking, illegal immigration and online fraud.
Vietnam sends congratulatory messages to Türkiye on 103rd Republic Day
Vietnam’s leaders on October 29 sent congratulatory messages to their Turkish counterparts on the occasion of the 103rd founding anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye or Republic Day (October 29, 1923 - 2026).
☕ Afternoon briefing on October 29
A ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of the Central Council for Theoretical Studies, Vietnam attending the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting and related activities in the Philippines, and the national strategy on child development for 2026–2035 approved are among news highlights on October 29.
Central Council for Theoretical Studies requested to strengthen core role in strategic advisory work
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam noted that the council needs to grasp and thoroughly study the substance of these objectives, assess the limitations of theoretical work and clearly define its research and advisory responsibilities so that it could focus on addressing the issues involved.
Deputy PM, defence minister attends ADMM-20, 13th ADMM+
On October 28, on the sidelines of ADMM-20 and the 13th ADMM+, Giang held bilateral meetings with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and the defence ministers of Australia, Japan and the Philippines.
Lawmakers discuss land price tables, adjustment coefficients
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☀️ Morning digest on October 29
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.