President hosts welcome ceremony for Timor-Leste leader
President To Lam on August 1 hosted a red-carpet welcome ceremony for President of Timor-Leste José Ramos-Horta who is paying a state visit to Vietnam from July 31 to August 3.
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President of Timor-Leste José Ramos-Horta arrived in Hanoi on July 31 evening, beginning his four-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President To Lam.
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The state visit to Vietnam by President of Timor Leste Jose Ramos-Horta from July 31-August 3 will push forward bilateral ties across economy, agriculture, information technology and telecommunications, said Ambassador of Timor Leste to Vietnam João Pereira.
Vietnam, Timor-Leste consolidate, develop trade ties
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Timor-Leste President’s Vietnam visit to bring about strategic interests: Ambassador
The state visit to Vietnam by Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta from July 31 to August 3 will bring about many strategic interests for both countries, contributing to strengthening their cooperation in the time ahead, a diplomat has said.
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Vietnamese women celebrate "Ao Dai Week" 2025
In celebration of the 115th anniversary of International Women’s Day (March 8, 1910 -2025) and other significant national events, the Vietnam Women’s Union has launched "Ao Dai Week" from March 1 to 8, 2025. This initiative aims to spread awareness, inspire community engagement, and reinforce the responsibility of preserving and promoting Vietnam’s cultural heritage.
Vietnam - Kyrgyzstan traditional friendship
At the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic Adylbek Kasymaliev paid an official visit to Vietnam from March 6-7, 2025. This marks the first visit by a Kyrgyzstani head of government since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Central Highlands campaign: Key strategic strive marking start of 1975 Spring General Offensive and Uprising
The Central Highlands campaign, which took place from March 4 to April 3, 1975, marked the beginning of the 1975 Spring General Offensive and Uprising by the Vietnamese armed forces and people. Its victory created a turning point that led to southern Vietnam's liberation and the country's reunification.
10 countries establishing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam
As of February 2025, Vietnam has established Comprehensive Strategic Partnerships with 10 countries, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnam grants visa exemptions to citizens of 16 countries
Vietnam grants visa exemptions to citizens of 16 countries from March 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025, as part of the country's tourism development stimulus programme.
Vietnam’s top destinations shine in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Awards
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Government apparatus for 2021-2026 tenure after streamlining
The Government apparatus in the 2021-2026 tenure, after being restructured and streamlined, will feature 14 ministries, three ministerial-level agencies, and five government-affiliated agencies.
What's new at the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2025?
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Nationwide support helps eliminate 107,941 temporary and dilapidated houses
According to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, as of February 21, 2025, provinces and cities nationwide have supported the elimination of 107,941 temporary and dilapidated houses, an increase of 1,752 compared to February 14, 2025.
Vietnam-New Zealand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Within the framework of the official visit to Vietnam and attendance at the 2nd ASEAN Future Forum by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (February 25-28, 2025), the two countries have signed a Joint Statement on upgrading Vietnam - New Zealand relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
ASEAN Future Forum 2025
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NA approves GDP growth target of at least 8% for 2025
At the 9th extraordinary session of the 15th National Assembly on February 19, 2025, the National Assembly passed a resolution supplementing the 2025 socio-economic development plan, setting a GDP growth target of at least 8%. The resolution was approved with 463 out of 464 delegates voting in favour, accounting for 96.86% of the total.
Government members for 2021-2026 term
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Van Phuc Silk Village joins global Network of Creative Craft Cities
Van Phuc Silk Village, along with Bat Trang Pottery Village, has been recognised as a member of the global Network of Creative Craft Cities at a recent ceremony in Hanoi. Despite historical fluctuations, Van Phuc silk weaving has endured for over ten centuries and continues to thrive as a renowned traditional craft of the imperial capital. Today, Van Phuc silk remains popular domestically and is also exported to numerous countries worldwide.
Vietnam has 10 representatives on the world’s best hotels 2025 list
Forbes Travel Guide (US) announced the world’s best hotels 2025 list at the Star Awards ceremony in February 2025. Vietnam has 10 hotels featured in the rankings, including two 5-star hotels, four 4-star hotels, and four properties recognised as top-tier luxury destinations.
Bat Trang Pottery Village join global Network of Creative Craft Cities
Bat Trang Pottery Village, along with Van Phuc Silk Village, has been recognised as a member of the global Network of Creative Craft Cities at a recent ceremony in Hanoi. Located beside the Red River, Bat Trang has been renowned for its pottery craft for over 500 years. Bat Trang ceramics are not only refined in appearance but also diverse in design, increasingly attracting the interest of both domestic and international consumers.
Shrimp exports target 4.3 billion USD in 2025
According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), Vietnam’s shrimp exports aim to reach 4–4.3 billion USD in 2025. In January 2025, shrimp remained the strongest-growing export item, with an export value of 273.349 million USD, accounting for 35.3% of total seafood export turnover.
Vietnam Airlines ranked among the world's top 20 airlines
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has been honoured in the Top 20 World's Best Airlines for 2025 by AirlineRatings and won the World’s Best Value Premium Economy award for the second consecutive year.
Achievements of nationwide programme on eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses
According to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, as of February 14, 2025, provinces and cities across the country have provided support to eliminate 106,189 temporary and dilapidated houses, an increase of 5,552 houses compared to February 7, 2025.
