Politics

Deputy PM active on sidelines of UN General Assembly’s 74th session

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh had bilateral meetings with foreign leaders on the sidelines of the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 74) in New York on September 26.
Deputy PM active on sidelines of UN General Assembly’s 74th session ảnh 1Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) and US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale (Photo: VNA)

New York (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister PhamBinh Minh had bilateral meetings with foreign leaders on the sidelines of the74th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 74) in New York onSeptember 26.

At a reception for US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs DavidHale, Minh affirmed that Vietnam attaches great importance to the relationswith the US and wants to further promote the bilateral ties as the twocountries are to mark the 25th anniversary of the normalisation of their relationsin 2020.

Minh proposed that the two sides strengthen contact and dialogues, especiallyat the high level, as well as further deepen and expand partnerships intrade-investment, security-defence, and enhance cooperation in regional andinternational issues.

The US official expressed his pleasure at the growing comprehensive partnershipbetween the two countries in recent years and hoped the two sides will deepenrelations in all fields.

He affirmed the US’ commitment to peace, security and prosperity in theIndo-Pacific region, saying the US has interests in ensuring rules-based order,freedom, security and safety of navigation and aviation in the East Sea.

He hoped Vietnam and the US will maintain all-level delegation exchanges, holdregular consultations and coordinate at bilateral and multilateral forums.

Deputy PM Minh also held bilateral meetings with Prime Minister of Uganda RuhakanaRugunda, Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines Ralph EverardGonsalves, and Algerian Foreign Minister Sabri Boukadoum, who allcongratulated Vietnam on its election as a non-permanent member of the UNSecurity Council for 2020-2021.

They proposed measures to increase theexchange of delegations and promote cooperation in economy, trade, investment,people-to-people exchanges, and coordination at multilateral forums./.
VNA
#Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh #sidelines of the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 74) #US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale #25th anniversary of the normalisation of their relations #trade-investment #security-defence #UN Security Council #Vietnamplus #Vietnam News Agency
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

Vietnam, US striving to boost balanced trade: forum

Vietnam, US striving to boost balanced trade: forum

There remains much potential for comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and the US, and both are working hard to promote balanced bilateral trade, heard a forum held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 6.
Vietnam regards US as one of most important partners: PM

Vietnam regards US as one of most important partners: PM

The Vietnamese Government has paid great attention to strengthening cooperation with the US as well as partnership between Vietnamese localities and US states in areas of shared interests, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Vietnam, US boost people-to-people exchange

Vietnam, US boost people-to-people exchange

The Vietnam – US Society (VUS) and Peace Trees Vietnam (PTVN) held a gathering in Hanoi on September 16 with Vietnamese and American war veterans, on the occasion of the 74th anniversary of National Day (September 2) and the VUS (October 17), and the 25th anniversary of the normalisation of the Vietnam – US ties.

See more

Vietnamese Minister of Justice Hoang Thanh Tung (R) and Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice Khamphan Phommathat meet in Hanoi on June 16. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese, Lao justice ministers vow deeper collaboration during talks

Vietnamese Minister of Justice Hoang Thanh Tung urged deeper exchanges of experience in legal development, enforcement, judicial reform, personnel training, and digital transformation, as well as coordinated steps to fast-track the approval and launch of the Vietnamese Government’s technical assistance project to strengthen the capacity of Lao judicial officials.

An overview of the 36th meeting of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (Photo: VNA))

Vietnam presides over opening session of 36th meeting of States Parties to UNCLOS

Against the backdrop of mounting challenges facing the oceans, including climate change, marine pollution, biodiversity loss, maritime security concerns, and the impacts of emerging technologies, Permanent Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu called for stronger international cooperation and greater resource mobilisation to protect the oceans and ensure a peaceful, secure, and sustainable marine environment.

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man speaks at the conference (Photo: VNA)

Conference mulls over legislative roadmap for 16th NA’s term

In his keynote speech, NA Vice Chairman Nguyen Khac Dinh presented the conclusion as a strategic vision for legal reform in the new development period. It spells out concrete goals, nine major orientations, six bundles of tasks and solutions, and assigns specific duties to the relevant bodies.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung departs Hanoi on June 16, 2026 to attend the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit and conduct bilateral activities in Kazan, Russia from June 16 to 18. (Photo: VNA)

PM departs for ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit

PM Hung’s participation in this summit once again reflects Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, resilience, peace, friendship, cooperation and development, as well as the diversification and multilateralisation of external relations in line with the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress.

Deputy Defence Minister Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Truong Thang and the Vietnamese delegation are briefed by a French partner on a combat helicopter model at Eurosatory 2026. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam promotes defence cooperation at Eurosatory 2026

During the event, the Vietnamese delegation met with major French defence firms, including Airbus and UNAC, to discuss technology transfer, human resource training, technical support and defence industry development. Vietnam also invited international partners to participate in the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2026, scheduled to be held in Hanoi this December.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam receives Danish Ambassador to Vietnam Nicolai Prytz in Hanoi on June 15, 2026. (Photo: VNA)

Top Vietnamese leader receives outgoing Danish Ambassador

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam emphasised that the friendship nurtured over decades, coupled with shared development visions, particularly in the green economy, maritime economy and circular economy, as well as growing connections in culture, sports, tourism and people-to-people links, will continue to serve as a solid foundation for deeper and more productive relations between Vietnam and Denmark.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam speaks at the working session with the education sector in Hanoi on June 15. (Photo: VNA)

Top leader urges education sector to make fundamental shift in mindset

Implementation of Resolution 71 must be carried out with strict discipline, regular inspections and continuous monitoring. The Ministry of Education and Training should establish a transparent system for tracking implementation through specific and regularly updated indicators. Each objective must be translated into concrete tasks, resources, timelines and responsible agencies.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung (R) receives Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko in May 2026. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam - bridge in advancing ASEAN–Russia relations

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s upcoming visit to Russia from June 16–18 for the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit marking 35 years of dialogue relations highlights Vietnam’s commitment to the ASEAN–Russia Strategic Partnership and its role in strengthening cooperation between the bloc and Russia.