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Party Central Committee convenes 15th plenum
The 12th Party Central Committee convened its 15th plenum in Hanoi on January 16 under the chair of Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong.
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12th Party Central Committee convenes 15th plenum
The 12th Party Central Committee convened its 15th plenum in Hanoi on January 16 under the chair of Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong.
Party Central Committee’s 15th plenum focuses on personnel work
The 15th plenum of the 12th Party Central Committee, which was convened in Hanoi on January 16, will continue to finalise personnel matters in connection with the Party Central Committee, the Politburo and the Secretariat, as well as key leading positions in the 13th tenure.
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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.
☕ Afternoon briefing on June 15
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
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.
Vietnam, China promote development strategy connectivity, substantive cooperation
China will work with Vietnam to closely follow high-level common perceptions, deepen development strategy connectivity, and promote substantive cooperation across fields.
Vietnam’s top leader sends condolences to Thailand over Princess passing
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam on June 15 sent a message of condolences to King Maha Vajiralongkorn and the Royal Family of Thailand over the passing of Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
📝 OP-ED: Democracy and happiness – core values for building public trust
At the heart of the model is the principle that all policies must be designed for the people, rooted in the people’s aspirations and dedicated to serving their interests. Citizens will play an active role in governance through access to information, participation in decision-making, oversight of public affairs and equitable access to development outcomes. In this context, democracy and happiness of the people are not only development goals but also the most accurate benchmarks for evaluating the effectiveness of local governance and the capacity of grassroots authorities to serve their communities.
Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration established
The Politburo has decided to establish the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration, chaired by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, under Decision No. 198-QD/TW dated June 10, 2026, with a total of 37 members.
☀️ Morning digest on June 15
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam seeks to strengthen role as bridge in ASEAN – Russia partnership
PM Le Minh Hung’s attendance at the ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit demonstrates Vietnam’s high regard for the ASEAN – Russia Strategic Partnership and the long-standing friendship, strategic trust and effective cooperation between Vietnam and Russia over many decades.
Switzerland identifies Vietnam as priority partner in Southeast Asia
The Federal Council said cooperation between Switzerland and the Southeast Asian country is to be placed on a new footing.
Prime Minister’s upcoming trip to give fresh impetus to Vietnam - Russia ties: Ambassador
This will be PM Hung’s first participation in an ASEAN – Russia summit since taking office. The commemorative summit marks a vital milestone in the development of ASEAN – Russia relations, which have expanded over the past 35 years, especially since the establishment of their strategic partnership in 2018.
PM urges Dong Nai to step up role as a key driver of national growth
The PM said the positive results achieved by Dong Nai in its first year as a centrally governed city stemmed from a crucial factor, a shift in mindset, thinking and methods of implementation, reflecting the leadership’s determination to innovate, pursue development and embrace a spirit of initiative and responsibility.
Deputy FM urges Idemitsu Kosan to expand green energy investment in Vietnam
Receiving IKC Representative Director and Executive Vice President of Idemitsu Kosan Atsuhiko Hirano in Hanoi on June 12, Deputy FM Vu commended the company’s efforts in promoting investment and cooperation in Vietnam over the years, especially its role as a shareholder in the Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical (NSRP) project.
Vietnam, Australia seek deeper strategic cooperation at senior officials’ dialogue
The second Vietnam–Australia Senior Officials' Dialogue was held in Hanoi on June 11 to review progress in bilateral cooperation and discussing measures to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Ho Chi Minh City must maximise role as economic powerhouse: PM
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung called for a comprehensive review of Ho Chi Minh City’s 2026 economic growth scenarios, with a focus on identifying untapped potential across sectors and deploying effective measures to maximise growth in the remaining quarters of the year, particularly in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, finance and banking, and other high-value-added industries.
Vietnam seeks expanded US partnership in searching remains of martyrs
Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra highly valued Texas Tech University’s contributions to Vietnam, particularly its support for training high-quality human resources, and the VNCA’s role in the initiative to account for Vietnamese missing in wartime.
PM Le Minh Hung to attend ASEAN-Russia Summit commemorating 35 years of ties
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations and hold bilateral engagements in Kazan, Russia, from June 16-18, at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
☕ Afternoon briefing on June 12
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam congratulates Philippines on Independence Day
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President To Lam and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 12 sent congratulatory messages to Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr on the occasion of the 128th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of the Philippines (June 12, 1898 – 2026).
ASEAN Future Forum represents Vietnam’s visionary initiative for region’s future: Cambodian scholar
Dr. Kin Phea, Director General of the Cambodian Institute for International Relations (CIIR) under the Royal Academy of Cambodia (RAC), praised the forum as a forward-looking initiative that reflects Vietnam’s commitment to fostering dialogue on the future of Southeast Asia.
