Fuel tanker explosion scene in Morogoro, Tanzania (Photo: Xinhua/VNA) 
Ambassador Le Quang Long emphasised the importance of educating younger generations, the future masters of Cuba, on the special solidarity, friendship, and enduring fraternity between the two countries.
A seminar to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Vietnam – Russia diplomatic ties (January 30, 1950 – 2025) was hosted by the authorities of Saint Petersburg - the second-largest city of Russia, on January 22.
The Russia-Vietnam Friendship Association on January 23 held a ceremony to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Russia (January 30, 1950 – 2025).
Minister of State of Monaco Didier Guillaume passed away on January 17 at the age of 65.
2024 saw Vietnam significantly expanding its diplomatic activities with numerous partners and at various important multilateral forums and mechanisms. The country’s key leaders conducted a total of 60 external activities, including paying 21 visits to foreign countries and attend major multilateral conferences, as well as hosting 25 delegations of foreign leaders to Vietnam.
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam hosted a reception in Vientiane on January 21-22 for over 20 delegations from Lao ministries, agencies, front and mass organisations who came to offer congratulations on the 95th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the upcoming Lunar New Year.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang has underscored the fruitful outcomes of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visits to Poland and the Czech Republic and bilateral activities in Switzerland from January 15-22.
State President Luong Cuong on January 23 sent condolences to Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh over the passing away of former first President of the country Punsalmaagiin Ochirbat.
Three persons were added to the Party Central Committee's Inspection Commission in the 13th tenure.
French Ambassador Olivier Brochet acknowledged Can Tho’s dedication to promoting the French language and maintaining strong relations with French localities across various fields.
Party General Secretary To Lam said that the Ho Chi Minh Order symbolises the Party and State’s recognition of Dinh The Huynh’s dedication and extraordinary contributions to the Party and nation’s revolutionary cause.
The review of Resolution 18 and the restructuring of the political system’s organisational apparatus have received broad support and praise from Party members, officials, and the public, with a high level of activeness of all levels. So far, many tasks have been completed ahead of schedule, following the direction set by the Party Central Committee.
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's Europe trip continues to implement and affirm Vietnam's foreign policy, and helps further deepen the country's relations with its partners, enhance its position and role, and highlight its responsible contributions to the global community.
Swiss media outlets have extensively covered the diplomatic milestone between Vietnam and Switzerland, with both countries agreeing in principle to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive partnership.
A delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee, the State President, the National Assembly (NA), the Government and the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee paid floral tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi on January 23 on the occasion of the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2025.
In 2025, Vietnam will seize opportunities, transform challenges into development drivers, and confidently step into a new era—the era of the nation's rise, according to Standing Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu.
Vietnam and Switzerland are expected to explore the potential for expanding joint academic initiatives, training programmes, and tourism cooperation. The two countries have agreed to prioritise collaboration in areas such as innovation, science and technology, and knowledge sharing in the near future.
The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho and localities of Laos will boost their cooperation in various areas, particularly education and training, and agriculture, according to officials from both sides.
