Chairman of the Lao National Assembly Saysomphone Phomvihane (Photo: VNA) 
President Luong Cuong commended the local authorities, agencies, and organisations and localities nationwide in general for their achievements, as well as innovative, practical, and effective initiatives in implementing tree-planting movements and the 1-billion-tree growing project in recent years.
The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee convened its 42nd session in Hanoi on February 5, focusing on reviewing and providing feedback on draft laws and resolutions set for immediate issuance to facilitate the restructuring and streamlining of the government apparatus.
The Government leader asked for urgent, serious, synchronous and effective implementation of projects, tasks, and solutions outlined in resolutions and conclusions of the Party Central Committee, the National Assembly, and the Government, especially a supplementary plan for socio-economic development in 2025, aiming for a growth rate of at least 8%.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Bui Le Thai had a meeting with Apostolic Nuncio to Hungary Michael W. Banach, who is also Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in the European country, on February 4.
Stressing that all ministries and localities must achieve a minimum growth rate of 8% to lay the groundwork for double-digit growth in the coming years, PM Pham Minh Chinh requested the Government members to propose measures to stabilise the macroeconomy, curb inflation, promote growth, revitalise both traditional and emerging growth drivers.
As this year’s annual World Buddhist Forum will be held in Kalmykia, and the Kalmyk leadership is eager to invite Vietnamese representatives, Ambassador Dang Minh Khoi emphasised that this will not only provide an excellent opportunity for exchange for Buddhists and scholars but also highlight shared cultural aspects such as traditional martial arts.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam on February 4 held phone talks with First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (CPC) Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel.
On behalf of the Party, State, people of Cuba and General Raul Castro Ruz, Diaz-Canel conveyed the best wishes to the Party, State and people of Vietnam on the occasion of the 95th founding anniversary of the CPV (February 3, 1930 - 2025) and the Lunar New Year of the Snake.
The achievements and victories that Vietnam has gained under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) light up national liberation movements worldwide, said General Secretary of the Communist Party of Sri Lanka Dr. G. Weerasinghe.
The 42nd session of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee is set to take place over two and a half days, beginning on February 5.
Representatives from political parties in Sri Lanka have commended Vietnam's development achievements under the leadership of Communist Party of Vietnam.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man held working sessions with several NA committees on February 4.
Economic ties between Nanning and Vietnam have grown significantly. In 2024, bilateral trade reached 11.69 billion CNY (approximately 1.6 billion USD), accounting for 42.1% of its total trade with ASEAN member nations.
The Communist Party of Uruguay (CPU) affirmed that the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)'s heroism and determination have inspired revolutionists across the globe.
Under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Vietnam has successfully achieved the goal of making it a strong country with prosperous people and a democratic and civilised society.
Party General Secretary To Lam on February 4 requested all agencies, units, and localities to immediately get to work after the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, with focus on completing the tasks on schedule for February and the first quarter of 2025.
From January 25 to 10am on February 2, the country recorded 445 traffic accidents, resulting in 209 deaths and 373 injuries, while over 17,000 cases of drunk driving were detected.
Chairing a conference of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat to evaluate the implementation of its Directive on organising Tet 2025, Lam appreciated the efforts made by sectors, agencies, units, and localities in thoroughly and effectively carrying out the directive, emphasising that the success of the Tet activities is a favourable starting point for a year full of success.
The top legislator hailed the police force’s contributions to the country's achievements in 2024, underscoring their fundamental role in maintaining political security and social order as well as working alongside the military to protect the nation in the new situation.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi highlighted the 95-year journey of the Party in leading the country’s glorious revolutionary cause, saying that the Party's development path is closely linked to many brilliant milestones.
