Keyword: "foreign policy"

The foreign policy of the 14th Congress represents both continuity and development. It inherits the fundamental objectives, principles and approaches affirmed over previous congresses, namely independence, self-reliance, peace, cooperation, development, multilateralisation and diversification, while introducing new dimensions to meet the country’s Fatherland construction and safeguarding requirements in the new era.

The upcoming official visit to Vietnam by President of the European Council (EC) António Costa reflects the EU’s recognition and appreciation of Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification of international relations, while affirming the country’s growing stature and credibility in the international arena, particularly as a key partner of EU in the Asia–Pacific region.

Vietnam’s diplomatic approach demonstrates mettle, resolve, independence and a strong capacity to adapt flexibly to the complex and fast-changing regional and global geopolitical environments, according to Prof. Ruhanas Harun of the National Defence University of Malaysia.

Vietnam can contribute to Middle East peace not as a dominant power, but as a nation whose credibility stems from experience rather than coercion. Its post-war reconstruction, transforming a war-torn country into a developing nation integrated into the global economy, offers valuable lessons in rebuilding infrastructure, restoring social cohesion, and prioritising human development.

Vietnam's external affairs produced important and substantive results across bilateral and multilateral aspects and in various areas in 2025, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.

The Party chief’s visit demonstrated Vietnam’s consistent foreign policy of giving the highest priority to its special solidarity with Laos.

The two sides affirmed their commitment to further deepening the relationship between the two Parties and countries, viewing it as the core pillar strategically guiding the Vietnam – Laos comprehensive cooperation.

Trung emphasised Vietnam's stance of supporting the two-state solution, including the establishment of an independent Palestinian State with the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living peacefully alongside the State of Israel, on the basis of international law and relevant resolutions of the United Nations.

In an interview with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on the 30th anniversary of Vietnam's ASEAN membership (July 28, 1995 – 2025), the diplomat said Vietnam’s accession brought the bloc important strategic visions in economy, politics, culture, and social affairs.

Vietnam's foreign policy has helped it build a wide network of foreign relations with more than 190 countries and numerous international organisations, helping to enhance its role and position in the international arena, said Ambassador Ly Duc Trung.

Cooperation in international forums will be one of the key topics during Prime Minister Ishiba’s visit to Vietnam, says Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Ito Naoki

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru’s upcoming official visit to Vietnam is hoped to reaffirm Japan’s commitment to fostering bilateral cooperation in key areas such as security - defence, economy, and responses to regional and global challenges.

Tu emphasised that Xi’s visit to Vietnam, along with General Secretary of the CPV Central Committee To Lam’s visit to China in August 2024, will continue to create a crucial motivation and a fresh breakthrough to further deepen relations between the two Parties and the two countries in the new era of development.

Man affirmed that strengthening and developing a friendly, cooperative, stable, and long-term relationship with China is a consistent policy, a strategic choice, and a top priority in Vietnam's foreign policy.

To date, Vietnam has 32 partners across various frameworks and has signed over 170 cooperation agreements in multiple fields.

In the context of an increasingly multipolar and unpredictable world, Singapore has no choice but remains open and inclusive, said Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan.

2024 saw Vietnam significantly expanding its diplomatic activities with numerous partners and at various important multilateral forums and mechanisms. The country’s key leaders conducted a total of 60 external activities, including paying 21 visits to foreign countries and attend major multilateral conferences, as well as hosting 25 delegations of foreign leaders to Vietnam.

Deputy Minister of National Defence Hoang Xuan Chien and his Russian counterpart Alexander Fomin co-chaired the 7th Vietnam - Russia Defence Strategy Dialogue held on December 26 in Hanoi.

Marcelo Rodríguez, head of the Commission for Foreign Affairs of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Argentina (CPA), has lauded Vietnam’s steadfast adherence to a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification of international relations, contributing to global peace, stability, and cooperation development.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son, and Politburo member, Director of the Office of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee’s Commission for Foreign Affairs and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi co-chaired the 16th meeting of the Vietnam-China Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Beijing on December 10.