The visit is made at the invitation of President Vo VanThuong and his spouse, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in an announcement on October 27./.

As Vietnam is focusing on three strategic breakthroughs regarding institutions, infrastructure, and human resources, he fully endorsed the SK Group’s proposals and encouraged the group to continue its consultation, support, and investment in such critical sectors as artificial intelligence (AI) research and development, data centres, transportation, logistics and energy infrastructure, green and clean agriculture, and workforce training.
The ambitious growth target of at least 8% underscores the government’s strong commitment to socio-economic development during the 2021-2025 period and lays the foundation for long-term prosperity.
The Party chief praised achievements that Korean firms, including the SK Group, have reaped in their operations in Vietnam, underscoring their role in the country’s socio-economic development.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane promised to effectively carry out the 2021–2025 cooperation agreement and collaborate on building a cooperation framework for the next phase.
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
The consultation highlighted the importance and value of the ASEAN – China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for each side and the whole region.
Vietnam - India relations have continuously obtained significant achievements across various fields since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1972, the strategic partnership in 2007, and the comprehensive strategic partnership in 2016.
Choi Joo Ho, General Director of Samsung Vietnam, was commended for his efforts in expanding Samsung’s investment in Vietnam, significantly contributing to the country’s socio-economic development.
The national GDP growth in 2025 must reach at least 8% to lay a solid stepping stone for double-digit growth sustained for a long enough period of time, starting in 2026, according to the Government's proposal.
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Over the past years, through various cooperation mechanisms, including those involved the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Vietnam and the US have effectively collaborated in various fields.
Vietnam has been actively adopting various measures to draw foreign tourists, improve the quality of its tourism sector, and facilitate the entry and stay of foreign nationals.
Vietnam has introduced regulations to simplify investment procedures, making it easier for foreign firms to establish long-term operations in the country.
Vietnam supports the international community's mediation efforts aimed at finding lasting peaceful solutions to conflicts, ensuring the involvement of all relevant parties in accordance with international law and the United Nations Charter.
PM Pham Minh Chinh urged the Brazilian Government and business community to advocate for the Vietnam-MERCOSUR FTA, as well as the two countries’ agreements on trade, investment, labour, visas, and double taxation avoidance.
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane believed that Vietnam will successfully realise the Resolution of the 13th National Party Congress, especially as it approaches the 14th National Party Congress, and on the way to become a developed, high-income nation by 2045.
Hang made the statement while answering a reporter’s query about Vietnam’s handling and receiving of Vietnamese nationals deported from the US, as President Donald Trump has announced that he will enact a deportation campaign against illegal immigrants or those with prior criminal records, which include Vietnamese.
The government leader emphasised that the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos is a unique relationship in the world.
The ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2025, themed Building a United, Inclusive, and Resilient ASEAN amidst Global Transformations, will take place on February 25-26 in Hanoi.
Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to preserving and strengthening the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation with Laos in a more practical and effective manner.