Hanoi (VNA) – The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
– The signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (also known as the Hanoi Convention) will mark a new chapter in global cyber cooperation and governance, making cyberspace a domain of law, collaboration, and development, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed on October 25.
Hosting a meeting with heads of the delegations attending the Hanoi Convention signing ceremony and high-level conference, General Secretary Lam emphasised that the participation of representatives from various countries and international organisations in this global event is a vivid testament to the spirit of international solidarity in addressing a common challenge of humanity. It also reaffirms the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and nations around the world. Read full story
– Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on October 25 for United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who attended the Signing Ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime the same day.
Expressing pleasure at reuniting with Guterres in Hanoi after over a year, General Secretary Lam thanked him and the UN for their unwavering support since Vietnam joined the organisation in 1977, saying the Vietnam-UN relationship is a standout success story now entering a new chapter. Read full story
– State President Luong Cuong hosted a banquet in Hanoi on the evening of October 25 for delegates attending the signing ceremony and high-level conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, known as the Hanoi Convention.
The signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention, taking place on October 25–26, marks a significant step in global efforts to strengthen international cooperation and ensure security and safety in cyberspace. Nearly 70 countries and organisations have so far signed the convention. The UN’s decision to select Hanoi as the venue highlights a milestone in Vietnam’s multilateral diplomacy and nearly 50 years of Vietnam–UN partnership. Read full story
– Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 25 called for global concerted efforts to turn the Hanoi Convention into a true source of inspiration for international cooperation, trust, and shared responsibility in safeguarding the digital future.
The Vietnamese Government leader made the appeal during a high-level discussion co-chaired by Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son and Ghada Waly, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The event was held within the framework of the Signing Ceremony and High-Level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (also known as Hanoi Convention) in the capital city. Read full story
– Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting in Hanoi on October 25 with United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who said the UN will continue to accompany Vietnam in the country's new stage of development.
The meeting took place as the latter was on an official visit to Vietnam and attended the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention. Read full story
– National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Hanoi on October 25 during the latter’s official visit to Vietnam.
Welcoming the Vietnam visit by the UN Secretary-General, Chairman Man expressed his belief that the trip will create new momentum for the Vietnam – UN partnership, contributing to further strengthening their nearly 50-year cooperation for peace and development. Read full story
– Minister of Public Security Gen. Luong Tam Quang on October 25 underlined the importance of international cooperation in fighting cybercrime while meeting with foreign officials who are in Vietnam to attend the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention).
Hosting a reception for Ghada Waly, UN Under Secretary-General and Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Quang extended congratulations on the successful signing ceremony of the Hanoi Convention earlier in the day, calling the convention the international legal instrument on cyberspace governance with the broadest and most comprehensive influence to date. Read full story
– The first Autumn Fair 2025 officially opened at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, on October 25 evening.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that this is a major economic and cultural event with national and international significance, showcasing exemplary Vietnamese products and brands that reflect the nation’s identity and ingenuity. Read full story./.
