Nam expressed his appreciation for the support and efforts of the Interparliamentary Friendship Group and Helebrant personally in strengthening cooperation between the two legislative bodies, helping to serve as a bridge of friendship and deepen the Vietnam–Czech Republic Strategic Partnership.
The two sides agreed to push ahead with implementing their 2021–2030 cooperation strategy and the 2025–2028 medium-term cooperation plan.
The appointment is expected to strengthen Vietnam’s consular representation network in Belgium – a country that plays an important role within the European Union (EU).
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's receptions for the outgoing Palestinian and Korean ambassadors, the 13th National Congress of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union wrapping up, and a press conference on the Festival for Peace 2026 are among news highlights on June 25 evening.
The General Secretary and President affirmed that the two countries have become reliable partners, cooperating closely at the strategic level and being close friends who understand each other.
Construction began on the Trung Nguyen Legend coffee plant, designed as a sustainable, ecological energy-efficient facility meeting Net Zero standards. The first phase carries an investment value of 989 billion VND (37.58 million USD), with a spray-drying capacity of 1,000kg per hour across an area of 4.9 hectares.
A report by the Ministry of Finance on the first year of implementing the resolution highlighted fresh momentum in diversifying capital sources and removing administrative bottlenecks.
Under Directive No. 27/CT-TTg dated June 25, 2026, the PM called for stronger management and higher-quality preparation, appraisal and approval of ODA- and concessional loan-funded projects, with the goal of fully disbursing the annual public investment plan assigned by the Government leader.
The activity not only helped enhance the effectiveness of border management and sovereignty protection but also strengthened coordination, mutual trust and the special friendship and solidarity between the border protection forces of Vietnam and Laos.
The top leader requested ministries and sectors to complete the establishment and standardisation of specialised databases and urgently connect them with the National Data Centre.
Two consecutive earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, leaving at least 164 people dead and causing extensive damage to buildings near the capital, where residents and emergency services are hastening efforts to locate thousands of missing people.
The joint patrol covered the area between border markers No. 1055 and No. 1059. It reflected the friendship, mutual understanding and trust between the two sides in coordinating border management and protection, while reaffirming their commitment to maintaining regular joint patrols, exchanges and consultation mechanisms.
The signing of the coordination regulations represents a concrete step in implementing the Party’s major policies and orientations on building a socialist rule-of-law state, improving the legal system, and enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the legislature’s operations.
Based on the traditional friendship between the two countries, Vietnam is ready to provide appropriate forms of support for Venezuela, the spokesperson said.
First Secretary of the HCYU Central Committee Bui Quang Huy affirmed that the congress has completed all scheduled items and fully and seriously incorporated the guidance of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam into its future programme of action, creating strong political momentum for the union’s activities and youth movements during the new term.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam highly valued the close bond, deep understanding, and special sentiments that the ambassador has nurtured for Vietnam over the past 40 years, describing them as a vivid testament to the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Palestine.
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam has traditionally joined and benefited from the international legal system. With a representative at ITLOS, the country will have more opportunities to shape international law, said Prof. Carl Thayer from the Australian Defence Force Academy at the University of New South Wales.
The new HCYU Central Committee will remain at the forefront and set an example in both work and daily life, stay close to young people and maintain strong grassroots engagement.
The Party and State leader told 788 delegates representing more than 5.1 million HCYU members and nearly 22 million young people nationwide that the country is entering a new stage of development in which young people are not only inheritors of the revolutionary cause but also direct architects of the future.
Vietnam’s development and international integration have gone hand in hand with the improvement of its legal system, the incorporation of international commitments into domestic legislation, and legal reforms aimed at fostering development, openness and global integration. The country regards international law as an essential instrument for building fair, mutually beneficial relations among nations.
Vietnam is ready to share training expertise, dispatch delegations to Cambodia for exchanges, and welcome Cambodian delegations to Vietnam for study visits and experience sharing.
Nearly a year after the rollout of the two-tier local government model, the restructuring of the administrative system has delivered notable changes in public governance, encouraging a shift from traditional administration towards a service-oriented and development-focused approach at the grassroots level.
Vietnam highly values its traditional friendship and Comprehensive Partnership with Venezuela - an important partner with significant potential in South America, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
For the second half, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam directed the force to safeguard national security under the Party's renewed thinking, broaden the scope of security protection, build up operational muscle, and keep national security intact.
The visit reflects the strong and expanding relationship between the two forces, underpinned by mutual trust, friendship and a shared commitment to maintaining maritime security, safety and stability in common waters.
Vietnamese Minister of Justice Hoang Thanh Tung highly valued the invitation to attend the forum as the only guest country, describing it as evidence of the trust and close ties underpinning the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations.
