Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and his spouse Zinash Tayachew arrived in Hanoi on April 14 afternoon, beginning their four-day official visit to Vietnam and attendance at the fourth Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse.
The first joint political consultation between Vietnam and Ethiopia was co-chaired by Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang and State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia Mesganu Arga.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and his spouse will pay an official visit to Vietnam and attend the fourth Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit in Hanoi capital city from April 14-17.
On the afternoon of April 15, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping departed Hanoi, successfully concluding his two-day state visit to Vietnam.
On the morning of April 15, at the Presidential Palace, President Luong Cuong held talks with Chinese Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to Vietnam on April 14-15.
On the morning of April 15, at the National Convention Center in Hanoi, Party General Secretary To Lam and President Luong Cuong, along with Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping and many senior officials from the two countries, attend the Vietnam-China people-to-people friendship exchange festival and the launching ceremony of the “Red journey” program.
On the morning of April 15, at the National Convention Center in Hanoi, Party General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, and Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping visit the photo exhibition “75 years of Vietnam-China diplomatic relations," organized by the Vietnam News Agency, Xinhua News Agency, and the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations.
On the morning of April 15, Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam and Chinese Party General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping lay wreaths and visit the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi.
Over 75 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the Vietnam-China relationship has continuously expanded and deepened across all fields, contributing to the stable development of traditional friendship, the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership, and the Vietnam-China community with a shared future of strategic significance.
In the afternoon of April 14, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam held talks with General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping, who is on a State visit to Vietnam.
On the afternoon of April 14, 2025, at the Presidential Palace, Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a formal welcome for General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping who is paying a State visit to Vietnam from April 14-15. The ceremony observed the highest protocol reserved for a head of state.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping arrived in Hanoi on April 14, beginning his two-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and President of Vietnam Luong Cuong.
The opening ceremony of the 24th Vietnam-China youth friendship meeting was held in Hanoi on the morning of April 14. The event, running from April 12 to 18, features a range of dynamic and meaningful activities aimed at strengthening ties, mutual understanding, and cooperation between the youth of both nations.
On January 18, 1950, China became the first country in the world to establish diplomatic relations with the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam), marking a significant milestone in the longstanding ties between the two nations. Over the past 75 years, Vietnam–China relations have been continuously expanded and deepened across all fields.
Royal tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty form an integral part of the architectural heritage of Hue, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site since 1993. These expansive complexes are widely regarded as the pinnacle of traditional Vietnamese architecture, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings, while leaving a lasting impression on those who visit the ancient capital.
Starting April 9, a squadron of 10 helicopters from the Vietnam People's Air Force has begun rehearsals over Dong Nai province and neighboring areas, flying the national flag and the Party flag. They are working hard to have an excellent grand aerial display at the upcoming celebration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South, and national reunification (April 30, 1975 –2025).
From late March to early April, the vibrant yellow blossoms of copperpod trees, also known as yellow-flamboyant, or yellow-flame, come into full bloom across Son Tra peninsula in Tho Quang ward, Da Nang city, standing out strikingly against the lush green of the forested mountains. This area is also home to a rich array of wildlife, including the endangered brown-shanked douc langur - dubbed the "Queen of Primates"- as well as squirrels and nectar-feeding birds.
Located at the gateway to the Northwestern region, Yen Bai is home to 30 ethnic groups, each with its own unique cultural characteristics. Over the years, the province has focused on preserving and promoting the traditional cultural values of its ethnic groups in conjunction with tourism development. This approach has helped local people maintain their cultural identity, while also providing a boost to tourism and contributing to improving the lives of the local population.
On the April 10 morning, the 11th plenum of the 13th Party Central Committee officially opened at the headquarters of the Party Central Committee in Hanoi. Party General Secretary To Lam delivered a speech at the opening session.
Khai Dinh Tomb, also known as Ung mausoleum, is the resting place of Khai Dinh, the 12th King of the Nguyen Dynasty (1802–1945). According to historical records, the site, which is located on the slopes of Chau Chu Mountain in Thuy Bang Ward, Hue City, was chosen by Khai Dinh with construction beginning in 1920. After the King passed away in 1925, he was laid to rest there, though the tomb was not fully completed until 1931. Now the site is a tourist attraction for those visiting the former capital of Vietnam.
On the morning of April 9, at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a welcome ceremony for his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sánchez, who is on an official visit to Vietnam.
In recent years, Vietnam–Spain relations have enjoyed strong and positive development. Since the establishment of the Strategic Partnership towards the Future in December 2009, bilateral ties have made significant strides. Spain has become Vietnam’s 8th largest trading partner within the EU, while Vietnam now stands as Spain’s biggest trading partner in ASEAN.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez arrived in Hanoi on the evening of April 8, beginning his official visit to Vietnam, taking place from April 8 to 10 at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
