Hanoi (VNA) – The third plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee entered its fourth working day on July 23.
In the morning, the meeting was chaired by Tran Cam Tu, Politburo member and Permanent member of the Party Central Committee's Secretariat.
Participants met in a plenary session to discuss five agenda items, including a proposal to transfer responsibility for giving advice on mass mobilisation work from the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation to the Party Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and central mass organisations, as well as a proposal to rename the Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation as the Commission for Information and Education.
They also deliberated on a project to build a disciplined, safe, civilised, harmonious and developed society; a national security strategy; and proposals to establish Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh as centrally governed cities.
In the afternoon, members of the Party Central Committee and delegates met in groups to discuss a one-year review report on the operation of the overall organisational model of the political system and the two-tier local administration model.
They also exchanged views on a report reviewing socio-economic performance in the first six months of the year and outlining key tasks for the remaining six months, as well as another on Party and political system building during the first half and priorities for the second half.
The Party Central Committee will continue its agenda and conclude the plenum on July 24./.
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☀️ Morning digest on August 17
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.
Cultural exchange strengthens people-to-people ties between Ho Chi Minh City, Indonesia
A Vietnam-Indonesia friendship cultural exchange programme was held in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate the 81st Independence Day of Indonesia (August 17, 1945-2026), highlighting the close friendship between the people of the southern metropolis and Indonesia.
Vietnam, US strengthen cooperation to ease suffering of AO/dioxin victims
A delegation from the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/dioxin's chapter in Ho Chi Minh City (VAVA HCMC) visited the US directly inform American friends about the long-term consequences of AO/dioxin in Vietnam and seek the support of progressive groups, veterans, legal experts and youth organisations in efforts to care for the victims.
Vietnamese leaders send congratulations to Congo on 66th National Day
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam on August 15 sent a congratulatory message to President of the Congolese Party of Labour and President Denis Sassou Nguesso on the occasion of the 66th National Day of the Republic of Congo (August 15, 1960–2026).
Communist Party of Vietnam strengthens ties with Brazilian political forces
The two sides recalled the solidarity and wholehearted support extended by the PCdoB and the Brazilian people to Vietnam during its struggle for national independence and reunification, as well as its subsequent process of national construction and development.
Vietnamese leaders send condolences over deadly earthquake in Indonesia
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on August 15 sent messages of condolences to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto following a powerful earthquake in Indonesia that caused heavy casualties and affected thousands of families.
ASEAN, Western Australia strengthen connection
Representatives of ASEAN member states highlighted the historic significance of ASEAN Day in reaffirming the bloc's foundational values and promoting solidarity, dialogue, cooperation and consensus in support of regional peace, stability and prosperity.
Quang Ngai province urged to unlock resources, drive breakthrough growth
The Deputy PM also urged the province to closely monitor its growth scenario on a weekly and quarterly basis and turn potential into tangible strength to achieve double-digit growth in 2026.
Vietnam, New Zealand open new avenue for strategic research cooperation
The two sides said the elevation of Vietnam-New Zealand ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has created an important political foundation for deepening cooperation between their research and academic institutions.
Vietnamese leaders congratulate Republic of Korea on National Day
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam on August 15 sent a letter of congratulations to President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung on the occasion of the RoK’s 81st National Day (August 15, 1945–2026).
Vietnamese leaders congratulate India on 80th Independence Day
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam on August 15 sent a congratulatory message to Indian President Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day.
Courts of Vietnamese, Cambodian, Lao border provinces step up judicial cooperation
After 16 years and eight editions, the conference has become an important forum for courts to share experience, strengthen mutual trust and understanding, and contribute to the friendship and cooperation among Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos.
US supports Vietnam in accelerating identification of martyrs’ remains
The Vietnamese delegation called on US agencies to accelerate the declassification and transfer of relevant records and documents, and actively encourage US veterans to provide additional information on burial sites of Vietnamese servicemen.
Hanoi seeks cooperation with Russian localities in developing urban railways
Russia has advanced technologies and expertise in transport, while Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City - Vietnam's two special cities and economic locomotives - are prioritising the development of urban transport, urban railways and smart infrastructure, offering significant potential for expanded cooperation.
ASEAN Law Forum 2026 to help strengthen AI application in legal, judicial activities
The forum is set to provide a platform for ASEAN countries to share practical experience and seek solutions for the safe and responsible application of AI, contributing to the development of a modern and transparent legal system capable of adapting to the demands of the digital era.
Vietnamese leaders send condolences over passing of former Chinese Premier
The Party, State and people of Vietnam always value the former Chinese leader’s significant contributions to the development of Vietnam–China relations in the early years of the 21st century, the messages said.
Disciplinary action proposed against former Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment
The Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee's Commission for Inspection on August 14 proposed disciplinary action against Tran Quy Kien, former member of standing board of the ministry’s Party Committee and former Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment
☕Afternoon briefing on August 14
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Top leader’s New Zealand visit opens new phase in bilateral cooperation
The top Vietnamese leader’s state visit to New Zealand has generated fresh momentum for deeper bilateral ties, bringing practical benefits to Vietnamese and New Zealand people and businesses while contributing positively to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region.
Top leader’s visits create new impetus for more substantive ties with Australia, New Zealand
The visits were highly successful, with their objectives achieved to a high degree. Talks and meetings with high-ranking leaders, political figures, businesses, scholars and people in both countries took place in an atmosphere of trust, openness and substance.