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<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431904_117.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>President Lương Cường meets with outstanding journalists from across the country on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — President Lương Cường on Friday hosted a ceremony to commend outstanding journalists from across the country, as Việt Nam marked the 100th anniversary of Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 - June 21, 2025).Speaking at the ceremony, the President paid tribute to over 500 journalist-martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the service of the revolution, including more than 260 from the Vietnam News Agency (VNA).He also honoured thousands of deceased journalists whose works have added depth and value to the country’s press tradition, particularly praising the founding role of President Hồ Chí Minh&nbsp;— formerly known as Nguyễn Ái Quốc&nbsp;— who launched Thanh Niên (The Youth) newspaper in 1925 and is regarded as the father of Việt Nam’s revolutionary press.The launch of Thanh Niên marked a historic milestone in the country’s ideological and organisational preparation for the founding of the Communist Party of Việt Nam&nbsp;in 1930. Since then, the revolutionary press has developed into a core ideological force, contributing significantly to national liberation, reunification and post-war reconstruction.Delivering a report at the meeting, Deputy Director&nbsp;of the Party Central Committee's&nbsp;Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation Lại Xuân Môn highlighted the press's century-long development and its role as a vanguard force on the ideological and cultural front, a principle consistently upheld throughout Việt Nam’s revolutionary path.Veteran journalists and media leaders attending the event reflected on the legacy of the past 100 years, emphasising both the heroic contributions and the professional challenges of journalism in a new era marked by technological change and evolving media consumption habits.They discussed the need for reform in areas such as content, technology, workforce training and operational methods to better serve the revolutionary mission in the current context.President Cường called on the current generation of journalists to uphold the legacy of their predecessors by remaining loyal to the Party's revolutionary ideals, maintaining close ties with the people and adhering to professional ethics and political integrity. He echoed Hồ Chí Minh’s teaching that journalists are also revolutionary soldiers and that pens and paper are sharp weapons.He noted the continued relevance of this principle, stating that today’s press must boldly expose corruption, wrongdoing and moral decay, while promoting truth, justice and positive social values. The president described this as the "special combat strength" of journalism in the modern era.Reviewing the role of the press during the country’s various historical stages, Cường said that journalists have accompanied the nation through war, hardship and reconstruction. In the period of Đổi Mới (Renewal) since 1986, journalism has evolved under the strong influence of reformist thinking, remaining a vital voice in national development by reflecting social realities and championing progressive forces.Looking ahead, the president urged the press to adapt proactively to the digital era, in which science, technology, innovation and digital transformation are becoming strategic pillars.He called for the development of journalistic content that reflects the spirit of the times, using creative and modern methods of expression, and for the press to gradually build new operational models suitable for the age of digital media.The president also called on central and local authorities to support the press by improving policy frameworks that ensure journalists can make a living from their profession and remain dedicated to their work.He emphasised the importance of training, recognising and empowering young journalists to build a new generation of media professionals who are passionate and committed to the revolutionary cause.Concluding his remarks, President Cường expressed confidence that, with the efforts of the press sector and the support of the Party and the State, journalists&nbsp;— particularly veterans and outstanding individuals&nbsp;— will continue to contribute to the revolutionary mission.He noted that their talent, experience and dedication provide inspiration and guidance to younger generations, helping uphold the noble traditions of Việt Nam’s revolutionary press and elevate it to new heights. — VNS

President Lương Cường on Friday honoured journalists nationwide on the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day, calling for renewed integrity and innovation in the digital age.

President honours journalists on Revolutionary Press Day Centennial

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431938_5196672430503128_nhb.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Hòa Bình speaks at the National Assembly meeting on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo Doãn Tấn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The Government is ready to support businesses through tax and fee incentives if the business environment becomes increasingly challenging, said Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Hòa Bình during a Q&amp;A session with the National Assembly (NA) on Friday.In answer to an NA deputy’s question on the response to the US' tentative 46 per cent countervailing duty on Vietnamese goods, the Government representative said it was too soon to focus on this figure as negotiations were still ongoing.“We are making an effort and doing everything we can to prevent the 46 per cent tariff. That is the Government’s firm commitment,” Bình said.However, in case of unpredictable developments, he also stressed the need for a long-term strategy. Việt Nam has proactively restructured its economy and leveraged the advantages of free trade agreements (FTAs) it has made with various countries.Bình said: “These offer significant growth potential. We are not dependent on a single market – the world is vast.“We are exploring new markets and supporting businesses to expand exports there, diversifying exported and processed goods and reforming domestic production to create more growth.”GDP may reach 7.6 per cent in Q2Deputy PM Bình said positive momentum was recorded in the country’s socio-economic performance in the first half of the year.As of May 2025, GDP growth in Q2 is estimated at 7.6 per cent year-on-year, marking a growth rate for the first half of the year of around 7.3 per cent, a little below the 7.58 per cent target.This figure places Việt Nam among the fastest-growing economies regionally and globally.The consumer price index is forecast to increase by about 3.2 per cent, while state budget revenue has reached an estimated 66.2 per cent of the annual target.Foreign direct investment continues to be a highlight, with registered capital estimated at over US$20 billion and actual disbursement at about $12 billion.Total trade turnover has risen, the trade balance remains in surplus and public investment disbursement has improved both in rate and volume compared to the same period last year.Political and social stability have been maintained as well as national defence, security and public order, while foreign relations and international integration have advanced, according to the Deputy PM.Noting that the 8 per cent GDP growth goal for 2025 is a major challenge, Bình called for stronger determination, greater efforts and bolder action to drive growth while ensuring macroeconomic stability, controlling inflation and safeguarding major economic balances, especially by revitalising traditional growth drivers.He also urged the disbursement of 100 per cent of public investment funds and the acceleration of key national projects and national and provincial-level investment in one-stop portals. The Government will promote public-private partnerships and continue attracting foreign investment, especially for large-scale, hi-tech projects.Speaking about exports, the Deputy PM called for leveraging existing FTAs and promoting new ones to diversify markets, products and supply chains. The target is to increase total trade turnover by 12 per cent in 2025 with a $30 billion trade surplus, while ensuring harmonious, sustainable trade with key partners.As per consumption, he emphasised improving tax and credit policies to stimulate purchasing power and combat smuggling, counterfeiting and low-quality products. The goal is for total retail sales and service revenue to grow by about 12 per cent.The Government also aims to boost tourism, relax visa policies and reach 120–130 million domestic tourist arrivals and 22–23 million international tourist arrivals in 2025.To develop new growth drivers, Bình said the Government will continue implementing resolutions to foster science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation; develop the green and circular economy, e-commerce and new business models; and strongly support private sector development.Plans include establishing free trade zones in some localities, piloting duty-free port models and implementing the NA’s resolution for an international financial centre in Việt Nam. Policies will also be devised to tap into space, marine and underground economies.To ensure seamless operation of the new two-tier local governments from July 1, the Government will continue reviewing legal documents, manage staffing within approved limits, streamline public payrolls and resolve labour and armed forces benefits after the restructuring.The Government will also arrange working facilities for new provincial- and commune-level authorities, reassess and repurpose excessive public assets and promptly appoint new local leaders for the newly merged provincial and municipal People’s Committees.In response to NA deputy Nguyễn Thị Thu Dung from Thái Bình Province, who raised concerns about abnormal housing price hikes in tentative new administrative centers, the Deputy PM explained that prices are dictated by supply and demand.To control real estate speculation, the Government is determined to ensure that no one profits unfairly from housing and land price manipulation, he added.Key focusesIn 2025, the Government will prioritise refining the legal system, promoting proactivity among ministries and localities, strengthening anti-corruption and anti-waste efforts, and rigorously monitoring legal implementation.Key infrastructure priorities include completing the North-South Expressway from Cao Bằng to Cà Mau, Long Thành International Airport, the Lào Cai–Hà Nội–Hải Phòng Railway, the Hà Nội–Vientiane Expressway (Vinh–Thanh Thủy segment), the Cà Mau–Đất Mũi Expressway, the Tân Phú–Bảo Lộc–Liên Khương Expressway and Hòn Khoai Port.Other areas of focus include key energy projects in Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) as well as digital infrastructure, with at least 55,000 new 5G base stations to be built by the end of the year.In celebration of the 80th anniversaries of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2), the Government is preparing to inaugurate and initiate 80 new national projects.On anti-smuggling and consumer protection, earlier this year the PM issued several urgent official documents and guidelines, while law enforcement has launched an intensive nationwide campaign against smuggling, counterfeiting and intellectual property violations.In the first five months of 2025, the Ministry of Public Security busted numerous counterfeit manufacturing rings, handled over 40,000 cases and collected VNĐ6.58 trillion ($252 million) in fines, and launched prosecution proceedings against 3,043 suspects in 1,737 cases.Noting the complexity of smuggling and counterfeiting, Bình stressed that the Government will maintain a zero-tolerance policy, amend legal loopholes, encourage public and business engagement and severely handle corrupted officials who enable or collude with violators.As for removing bottlenecks for ongoing projects, the Government representative reported that by April, 867 delayed projects worth VNĐ371.8 trillion (US$14.3 billion) across the energy, real estate and healthcare sectors had resumed with the Government’s intervention.Meanwhile, the Government is boosting efforts in social housing development and the elimination of dilapidated houses across the country.The goal is that all dilapidated houses will be replaced by August 31. Housing support for families of war heroes is also expected to be completed by July 27. — VNS

The Government representative was addressing concerns from legislators during the National Assembly meeting on Friday.

Government ready to offer incentives in challenging trade environment, says Deputy PM

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/20/431963_120.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Tea Seiha speaks at the ceremony on Friday. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>PHNOM PENH —&nbsp;Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Tea Seiha has expressed profound gratitude to Việt Nam for its pivotal support in the struggle to overthrow the Pol Pot genocidal regime.At a ceremony held at Techo Koh Thmar X16 military historical relic site in Koh Thmar hamlet, Memut district, Tboung Khmum, on June 20 to mark the 48th anniversary of the Cambodia’s journey to overthrow the brutal regime, General Tea Seiha praised the development of the traditional solidarity and friendship between the two nations, highlighting their historical relationship and close cooperation under the motto of good neighbourliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, and long-term sustainability.He said he hopes that both countries will strengthen their robust collaboration across various sectors, particularly in resolving remaining border issues to transform the border area into a zone of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development. The Cambodian Deputy PM said both countries will hold the joint border committee conference in July to advance the efforts.He took the occasion to thank the Vietnamese Government, the army, and people for&nbsp;their unwavering support for Cambodia's development across various sectors.Forty-eight years ago, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, now President of the Cambodian People’s Party&nbsp;and President of the Cambodian Senate, along with his trusted associates, began his journey to free the Cambodian nation and people from the genocidal regime, which ended in success in early 1979. — VNS

Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister Tea Seiha has thanked Việt Nam for its critical support in overthrowing the Pol Pot regime, as Cambodia marked 48 years since the beginning of its liberation journey.

Cambodia honours Việt Nam in commemoration of journey to overthrow Pol Pot regime

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430473_chinh.jpeg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson welcomes Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. — VNA/VNA Photo Dương Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>STOCKHOLM — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính held talks with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson on Friday morning (local time) in Stockholm, as part of his official visit to the European nation.PM Kristersson welcomed PM Chính, his spouse, and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their official visit to Sweden, expressing his belief that the visit will create new momentum to further promote the bilateral relations.PM Chính conveyed regards from Party General Secretary Tô Lâm, President Lương Cường, and National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn to PM Kristersson and other senior Swedish leaders.He affirmed that his trip visit stands as strong evidence of the traditional friendship and growing multifaceted cooperation between the two countries, which is becoming increasingly substantive and deep-rooted.The bilateral friendship is valuable assets and a precious foundation for the two nations, PM Chính said, affirming that Việt Nam always deeply cherishes the meaningful support that Sweden has extended to the Vietnamese people during their struggle for national liberation in the past as well as in the country’s national construction and development at present.Sweden was also the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with Việt Nam in 1969, he said, adding that it was not only the most vocal Western supporter for the Vietnamese people's struggle for national liberation, but also the largest Nordic provider of non-refundable aid to Việt Nam during its post-war reconstruction and development.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/MediaUpload/Org/2025/06/13/06202513235725_wel.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson welcomes Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính (right). — VNA/VNS Photo Dương Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The Vietnamese leader stressed that as part of his trip, he had visited the family of late Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme to express his deep respect and gratitude to the late PM, a great, loyal, and close friend of the Vietnamese people, who wholeheartedly supported Việt Nam in its struggle for independence and national reunification.He sincerely thanked Sweden for recently presenting Việt Nam with a documentary film by director Bo Öhlén, which portrays moments of the Swedish people in Stockholm celebrating Việt Nam’s victory on April 30, 1975, marking the end of war in Việt Nam.The Việt Nam National Children’s Hospital (Việt Nam-Sweden Children's Hospital), Uông Bí General Hospital, and Bãi Bằng Paper Mill, remain lasting symbols of the strong ties between the two countries, he said.At the talks, both sides shared updates on the development situation in each country. PM Kristersson congratulated Việt Nam on its significant achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in the recent past. He affirmed that the Swedish Government and people treasure relations with Việt Nam and wish to strengthen cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, innovation, digital transformation, green transition, climate change response, and sustainable development.Based on the foundation of a glorious history and a bright future, the two PMs agreed that this is the right time to renew the bilateral relationship and elevate it to new heights. They agreed on the need to increase delegation exchanges and visits at all levels, particularly high-level and people-to-people exchanges, to enhance political trust and mutual understanding, paving the way for broader cooperation in other spheres.PM Chính noted that, given the strong political ties, the two countries should step up defence and security cooperation, and share experiences and views on global issues, especially amid a rapidly changing and unpredictable world. The two sides also agreed to strengthen coordination and mutual support at multilateral forums and international organisations, particularly within the United Nations (UN), the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the European Union (EU). They also committed to supporting each other in promoting Việt Nam–EU and Sweden–ASEAN relations, contributing to addressing global challenges.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/MediaUpload/Org/2025/06/13/06202513235818_rrrr.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have retreat talks. — VNA/VNS Photo Dương Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The Vietnamese PM emphasised that Sweden and Việt Nam are two economies that can complement each other as Sweden has strengths in technology, innovation, and digital transformation, while Việt Nam boasts a large workforce, a market of over 100 million people, and serves as a gateway to the young and dynamic ASEAN market of around 700 million people.On trade and investment ties, both sides reaffirmed their commitments to facilitating greater market access through the effective implementation of the EU–Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), aiming to boost bilateral trade to US$3 billion in the near future.PM Chính also called on Sweden to prompt remaining EU member states to soon ratify the EU–Việt Nam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) and support the European Commission in lifting the “yellow card” imposed on Việt Nam’s seafood exports.PM Kristersson expressed his pride in the early presence of Ericsson in Việt Nam and its contributions to the Southeast Asian country’s information and telecommunications technology sector.On this occasion, the two leaders agreed to elevate bilateral ties to a sectoral strategic partnership in science, technology, and innovation, and pledged to intensify cooperation in various areas, including innovation, high technology, nuclear energy, semiconductors, green and digital transitions. They also committed to strengthening training collaboration, particularly in the development of high-quality human resources.PM Chính called on Swedish businesses to increase investments in areas where Sweden has strong expertise and which align with Việt Nam’s development priorities, such as innovation; green, digital, and circular economy; renewable energy, and urban planning.In terms of cultural, sports, tourism cooperation and people-to-people exchanges, both sides agreed to enhance the sharing of policy-making experience in culture, promote tourism, and create favourable conditions for attracting visitors to each country. PM Chính thanked Sweden for its support to the Vietnamese community living in the European country and requested continued favourable conditions to help them integrate well and contribute to Sweden’s development while serving as an important bridge for the bilateral relations.On international and regional issues of mutual concern, the two leaders affirmed their viewpoint on backing peaceful and sustainable solutions to conflicts, based on respect for the fundamental principles of the UN Charter and international law.Regarding the East Sea issue, both sides supported the peaceful settlement of disputes in accordance with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), contributing to ensuring peace, stability, and freedom of navigation and overflight in this sea which is strategically important to global trade.PM Chính extended his invitation to PM Kristersson to soon visit Việt Nam and the latter accepted it with pleasure.Following the talks, the two PMs witnessed the exchange of a sectoral strategic partnership agreement on cooperation in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation between Việt Nam’s Ministry of Science and Technology and Sweden’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs. — VNS

PM Ulf Kristersson welcomed PM Phạm Minh Chính, his spouse, and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their official visit to Sweden, expressing his belief that the visit will create new momentum to further promote the bilateral relations.

Việt Nam, Sweden upgrade ties to sectoral strategic partnership in sci-tech, innovation

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430477_vna.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines planes are at the Nội Bài International Airport. — VNA/VNS Photo Tuấn Anh</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — As escalating tensions between Israel and Iran have affected the global aviation industry, national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has rerouted its flights to steer clear of conflict zones, prioritising the safety of passengers and crew members, its representative told the Vietnam News Agency on Friday.The airline’s flights to Europe are currently operating normally, the representative added.Other Vietnamese carriers, including Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, and Vietravel Airlines, do not fly through the Israeli or Iranian airspace.The disruptions follow Israeli airstrikes on targets in Iran, prompting a cascade of flight cancellations and diversions worldwide. Data from Flightradar24, a global flight tracking service, revealed widespread reroutings as airlines moved to protect passengers and crew members. Major carriers adjusted routes to avoid the airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan.The Iraqi state media reported that the country shuttered its airspace and suspended all airport operations early on June 13. Iraq’s eastern region, bordering Iran, is one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors for flights connecting Europe, the Gulf, and Asia.Jordan, located between Israel and Iraq, also locked down its skies hours after Israel’s air assault began. — VNS

Vietnamese carriers, including Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways and Vietravel Airlines, do not fly through the Israeli or Iranian airspace.

No Vietnamese carriers fly through Israeli, Iranian airspace

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/6/13/430481_ando.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The scene of the deadly air accident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, on Thursday. — XINHUA/VNA Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính on Friday sent a message of condolences to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi over a serious air accident that occurred in Gujarat state on Thursday, causing numerous casualties.On the same day, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bùi Thanh Sơn extended his condolences to Indian Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. — VNS

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính sent a message of condolences to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi over a serious air accident.

Việt Nam extends condolences over deadly air accident in India

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427492_5178539438120901_vietnam-lao-1.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Secretary of the CPV Central Committee and Chief of its Office Lê&nbsp;Hoài Trung (right) and his Lao counterpart Thongsalith Mangnomek at their talks in Hà Nội on May 29. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The Office of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee and the Office of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee will strengthen cooperation, contributing to lifting collaboration and relations between the two Parties and countries to a new height, as agreed by their heads during talks in Hà Nội on Thursday.Secretary of the CPV Central Committee and chief of its office Lê&nbsp;Hoài Trung and his Lao counterpart Thongsalith Mangnomek informed each other about the situation of each Party and country. They also touched upon cooperation results between the two offices over the past time and orientations for the time ahead.&nbsp;They agreed that the 2021–2025 cooperation agreement serves as a foundation for the two offices to plan annual activities. Both sides will coordinate to review cooperation by the end of this year and sign a new five-year cooperation agreement in early 2026.They said the substantive cooperation activities have contributed to improving the quality of advisory work to the leaders of the two Parties and the States, and to fostering the great friendship and special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos.The Vietnamese office will closely coordinate with its Lao counterpart to effectively implement their cooperation agreement as well as high-level agreements between the two Parties.&nbsp;The two offices will also exchange experiences during preparations for Party congresses at all levels towards the national congress of each Party, they said.&nbsp;— VNS

Secretary of the CPV Central Committee and chief of its office Le Hoai Trung and his Lao counterpart Thongsalith Mangnomek informed each other about the situation of each Party and country. They also touched upon cooperation results between the two offices over the past time and orientations for the time ahead.

Party offices of Việt Nam, Laos strengthen cooperation

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427518_5178611338243903_aaaa.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Trần Đình Triển at the first-instance trial in Hà Nội earlier in 2025. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI —&nbsp;The High-level People's Court in Hà Nội on Friday&nbsp;rejected the appeal filed by defendant Trần Đình Triển&nbsp;(born 1959), a lawyer and head of the Vì Dân&nbsp;Law Office under the Hà Nội&nbsp;Bar Association, upholding the original sentence of three-year imprisonment for Trien for the charge of “abusing the rights to freedom and democracy to violate interests of the State, rights and legitimate interests of organisations and individuals".During the appellate trial, the court confirmed that the defendant’s actions posed a danger to society, infringing on the lawful rights and interests of organisations and individuals.Trien was found to be fully responsible for his actions as he was aware that his conduct was unlawful yet deliberately carried out the offence, which negatively affected public security, social order, and the reputation of state agencies.The court noted that the first-instance trial had thoroughly considered mitigating and aggravating circumstances. The three-year prison sentence handed down was deemed appropriate and justified. Although the appeal court acknowledged some additional mitigating factors presented at the hearing, these were deemed insufficient to reduce the criminal liability of the defendant.According to the indictment issued by the Supreme People's Procuracy, on February 3, 2023, Triển&nbsp;created a Facebook account bearing his own name, which&nbsp;was solely managed and used by him without sharing the administrator right with anyone else.While working as a lawyer, the defendant developed personal grievances related to the court sector and the leadership of the Supreme People's Court. From April 23 to May 9, 2024, he drafted and posted three articles on his Facebook page.The inspection conclusion confirmed that the posted information adversely impacted the reputation and dignity of the People's Court system and leaders of the Supreme People's Court, and also infringed upon their rights and legitimate interests, causing negative impact on security, public order and social safety.Earlier at the first-instance trial held on January 9-10, the Hà Nội&nbsp;People’s Court sentenced Triển&nbsp;to three years in prison for “abusing the rights to freedom and democracy to violate interests of the State, rights and legitimate interests of organisations and individuals” under Article 331, Clause 2 of the Criminal Code. — VNS

While working as a lawyer, the defendant developed personal grievances related to the court sector and the leadership of the Supreme People's Court. From April 23 to May 9, 2024, he drafted and posted three articles on his Facebook page.

Court upholds sentence for anti-State lawyer

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/30/427520_5178612212669324_laaa.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;Đinh Minh Hằng2 minutes agoHÀ NỘI —&nbsp;Việt Nam&nbsp;always strongly and fully supports Laos’s national construction and development, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee Tô Lâm&nbsp;told Thongsalith Mangnomek, Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee and Chairman of the LPRP Central Committee's Office at a&nbsp;reception for the latter in Hà Nội on Friday.Lâm&nbsp;welcomed Mangnomek’s visit, which takes place at a time when both countries are realising resolutions of their National Party Congresses and socio-economic development plans, as well as organising Party Congresses at all levels in the lead-up to the National Party Congress of each nation in early 2026, contributing to deepening the special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos and traditional cooperation between the Offices of the LPRP and CPV Central Committees.He expressed his delight at the important achievements that the Lao Party, State, and people have reaped, including the LPRP Central Committee Office’s active contributions to realising the Resolution of the 11th National Party Congress with new and innovative approaches to Party building, socio-economic development, national defence-security, and external affairs.The General Secretary believed that under the LPRP’s leadership, the Lao people will overcome challenges and achieve even greater successes in realising the 11th National Party Congress’s Resolution.He commended the two offices' close coordination in monitoring the effective realisation of Việt Nam–Laos cooperation agreements, as well as in sharing information and experience in advising on the working agendas of the Politburo and the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat and preparing for the National Congress of each Party.The Vietnamese Party chief stressed the need for both sides to thoroughly follow the contents already agreed upon, thereby improving the quality of the strategic advisory work in service of the two Parties’ leadership.The Lao Party official, for his part, congratulated Việt Nam on its historic achievements over the recent past, expressing his confidence that under the leadership of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) headed by Party General Secretary Tô Lâm, the Vietnamese people will continue obtaining even greater successes in their reform efforts, advancing into a new era – that of the nation’s rise.He briefed Lâm&nbsp;on recent developments in Laos, particularly the implementation of the Resolution adopted at the 11th Party Congress and preparations for Party congresses at all levels leading up to the 12th National Party Congress. He also spotlighted the cooperation results between the two Party Central Committee offices and outcomes of <a href="https://vietnamnews.vn/politics-laws/1718711/party-offices-of-viet-nam-laos-strengthen-cooperation.html">his talks with Secretary of the CPV Central Committee and chief of its office Lê Hoài Trung.</a>Notable highlights of his visit were the launch of a book on the tradition of the cooperation between the two offices and the presentation of the Lao Party and State’s orders and medals to the organisations and individuals of the Vietnamese Party Central Committee office, he stated.He expressed his sincere gratitude for Việt Nam's heartfelt support for Laos throughout the years. He affirmed that under any circumstances, the Office of the LPRP Central Committee will strive to excellently fulfill its assigned tasks and actively contribute to maintaining and nurturing the special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos for the substantive benefits of the two countries’ people as well as for peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and the world. — VNS

The General Secretary believed that under the LPRP’s leadership, the Lao people will overcome challenges and achieve even greater successes in realising the 11th National Party Congress’s Resolution.

Việt Nam strongly supports Laos’s national development: Party chief

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/23/425760_t%E1%BB%95ng%20th%E1%BB%91ng.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok. Photo Hungary Today</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok and his spouse will pay an official visit to from May 27 to May 29, according to an announcement released on Friday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The visit comes&nbsp;at the invitation of&nbsp;President of the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam Lương Cường. VNS

The visit comes&nbsp;at the invitation of&nbsp;President of the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam Lương Cường.

Hungarian President to visit Việt Nam next week

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/23/425794_360.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Late State President of Việt Nam Trần Đức Lương. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HAVANA – Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has declared an official mourning period from 6am on May 24 to 0:00am on May 25 (local time) in commemoration of former Vietnamese State President Trần Đức Lương.The Cuban President praised the late former leader's outstanding contributions to Việt Nam's Đổi mới (Renewal) process and to the special, trustworthy fraternal bonds between the people, Parties and governments of the two nations.During the official mourning period, Cuba's national flags will be flown at half-mast at public buildings and military facilities across the country.Earlier, President Miguel Diaz-Canel, who is also First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba Central Committee, extended his deepest condolences to the Party, State and people of Việt Nam. He described former State President Lương as a distinguished leader who contributed greatly the Việt Nam - Cuba friendship.On social media platform X, he expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former State President, highlighting his significant role in strengthening the brotherhood and traditional cooperation between the two countries.Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez also extended condolences to the Vietnamese leaders, people, and the family of the deceased, reaffirming the deep solidarity between the two peoples. VNA/VNS

During the official mourning period, Cuba's national flags will be flown at half-mast at public buildings and military facilities across the country.

Cuba declares official mourning for former Vietnamese State President

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/23/425807_Original%20(14).jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Group discussions related to the socio-economic development plan and State budget in 2024 and in the early months of 2025. VNA/VNS Photo Doãn Tấn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI - Under the leadership of the Party, the National Assembly will continue to stand alongside the Government to push forward with strong institutional and legal reforms to meet the urgent need of removing obstacles for the economy, National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn affirmed on Friday.Speaking at group discussions related to the socio-economic development plan and state budget in 2024 and in the early months of 2025, as part of the 15th NA’s 9th session, Mẫn pointed out that in the first four months, the global situation remained challenging, with declining purchasing and selling power in several major economies.Domestically, in February and March, the restructuring of the apparatus of the Party Central Committee, Party committees, the National Assembly, and the Government was underway. Since the end of March, preparations have been focused on reorganising local administration structures.In mid-June, the NA Standing Committee is set to approve resolutions on the reorganisation of commune-level administrative units and submit for the legislature's consideration the mergence of provincial-level ones.The NA is expected to adopt a Resolution amending and supplementing certain articles of the 2013 Constitution, along with a Resolution on the mergence of provincial-level administrative units on June 24. These resolutions will come into effect on July 1, and by August 15, localities must complete the reorganisation of their administrative apparatus.Emphasising the significance of these matters, which are directly related to the governance, leadership, and administration of socio-economic, defence, and security affairs in localities, the top legislator stated that a growth rate of at least 8 per cent must be achieved in 2025 to lay the foundation for double-digit expansion during the 2026–2030 period.NA Chairman Mẫn emphasised that in the coming period, the global situation is expected to remain complex, with rising trade tensions and protectionist policies from major economies.These developments pose potential risks to Việt Nam's export performance and its ability to attract foreign investment, he noted, requiring flexibility in trade strategies and international negotiations.In addition, the disbursement of public investment has not yet met expectations, with progress remaining slow. Meanwhile, purchasing power in some sectors has been recovering slowly, reflecting still-weak domestic consumer demand. These are critical issues that must be carefully addressed in the near future, he stressed.Regarding solutions for socio-economic development in the coming period, the NA Chairman urged enhancing public investment disbursement, promoting science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation, especially in the current context, while also boosting exports and expanding markets, improving social welfare, and proactively responding to climate change, storms, and floods. VNA/VNS

The NA Chairman pointed out that in the first four months, the global situation remained challenging, with declining purchasing and selling power in several major economies.

Top legislator stresses importance of institutional reforms to alleviate economic challenges

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424071_5165730973185401_vna_potal_top_legislator_meets_with_thai_prime_minister_8034131.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn with Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Hà Nội on May 15. — VNA/VNS Photo Doãn Tấn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn has said that Việt Nam’s legislature will continue refining its legal framework to create favourable conditions for businesses and investors from Thailand, particularly in strategic sectors such as the digital economy, green transition and sustainable development.NA Chairman Mẫn made the remarks on Thursday during a meeting with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her official visit to Việt Nam.He emphasised that these efforts are aimed at helping Việt Nam and Thailand reach their shared goal of US$25 billion in bilateral trade by 2030.He extended a warm welcome to PM Paetongtarn and the high-level delegation of the Royal Thai Government, who are also in Hà Nội to co-chair the 4th Việt Nam–Thailand Joint Cabinet Meeting.Chairman Mẫn congratulated Thailand on its recent achievements under Paetongtarn’s leadership, particularly the ambitious 2025 agenda centred on infrastructure development and social welfare initiatives.He highly valued the significance of the visit, which takes place as the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between Việt Nam and Thailand continues to grow robustly and comprehensively across all areas. He expressed his belief that the visit would serve as an important milestone, ushering in a new phase in Việt Nam–Thailand relations.He also expressed appreciation for Thailand’s continued support for the Vietnamese community of over 100,000 people living in the country.The top legislator noted that economic cooperation between the two countries remains full of potential. Thailand is currently Việt Nam’s largest trading partner in ASEAN, with two-way trade reaching more than $20.2 billion in 2024, an increase of 6.3 per cent over the previous year.In the first four months of 2025, bilateral trade grew by 11.2 per cent year-on-year, reaching nearly $6.88 billion.Thailand is also Việt Nam’s ninth-largest investor among 150 countries and territories, with 767 projects and over $14.85 billion in registered capital.The NA Chairman proposed that both sides leverage their complementary strengths in areas like the digital economy, green energy, regional supply chains and smart agriculture. He encouraged greater utilisation of free trade agreements, particularly the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), to boost trade volumes.Việt Nam, he said, is ready to share its experiences and strengthen cooperation with Thailand in areas of mutual strength, including high-tech agriculture, green transition and sustainable development.On legislative cooperation, NA Chairman Mẫn praised the two parliaments for playing a crucial role in implementing economic agreements between the two governments. He also highlighted the positive contributions of the Việt Nam–Thailand Friendship Parliamentary Groups, which have helped enhance mutual understanding and foster collaboration across trade, investment, tourism and education.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/MediaUpload/Org/2025/05/15/05202515213701_taa.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>NA Chairman Traần Thanh Mẫn meets with Prime Minister of Thailand Paetongtarn Shinawatra. — VNA/VNS Photo Doãn Tấn</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>He expressed appreciation for the close coordination between the two legislatures at regional and international parliamentary forums such as the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA).According to Mẫn, this cooperation not only strengthens bilateral ties but also contributes to peace, stability and prosperity in the ASEAN region.The Chairman urged Thailand to continue working with Việt Nam and other countries to maintain ASEAN’s common stance on the East Sea (internationally known as the South China Sea), striving to make it a sea of peace and cooperation.Chairman Mẫn also extended invitations to Speaker of the Thai House of Representatives Wan Muhamad Noor Matha and Senate President Mongkol Surasajja to officially visit Việt Nam in the near future.For her part, PM Paetongtarn expressed her sincere appreciation to NA Chairman Mẫn for taking the time to receive the Thai delegation. She also shared her pleasure at making her first official visit to Việt Nam and witnessing the country’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development in recent years.The Thai PM said her visit’s main purpose was to co-chair the 4th Việt Nam–Thailand Joint Cabinet Meeting and to discuss with Vietnamese leaders ways to elevate bilateral cooperation, especially in the fields of economy, investment and trade.She underscored the importance of the Joint Cabinet mechanism, a format Thailand reserves only for its closest neighbours, including Việt Nam.Highlighting the many shared values and the strategic importance each country holds in the other’s foreign policy, PM Paetongtarn said enhanced cooperation is vital in light of today’s complex regional and global challenges. She called for greater exchange of delegations, expansion of friendship parliamentary group activities and more experience-sharing in legislative affairs and multilateral parliamentary cooperation.Both leaders agreed on the need to intensify people-to-people exchanges, tourism cooperation, and greater connectivity via air and rail.Thai PM Paetongtarn extended a formal invitation to NA Chairman Mẫn to visit Thailand. He expressed his appreciation and said he would arrange a visit at a suitable time. — VNS

The Vietnamese top legislator noted that economic cooperation between the two countries remains full of potential.

Việt Nam, Thailand pledge stronger strategic ties and economic cooperation

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424076_5165758600839070_vna_potal_tong_bi_thu_to_lam_dang_huong_tai_den_chung_son_tho_gia_tien_bac_ho_8034377.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Party General Secretary Tô&nbsp;Lâm and his delegation offer flowers and incense at Chung Sơn Temple dedicated to President Hồ&nbsp;Chí&nbsp;Minh's ancestors. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>NGHỆ AN&nbsp;—&nbsp;Party General Secretary Tô&nbsp;Lâm and a working delegation on Thursday&nbsp;offered flowers and incense at Chung Sơn Temple dedicated to President Hồ&nbsp;Chí&nbsp;Minh's ancestors, and at Kim Liên Special National Relic Site in Nam Đàn district of central Nghệ&nbsp;An province in commemoration of the 135th birth anniversary of the late leader (May 19, 1890 – 2025).General Secretary Lâm expressed his gratitude and respect to President Hồ&nbsp;Chí&nbsp;Minh – a revered national hero and the founder of the Communist Party of Việt Nam, who devoted his whole life to the cause of national liberation and the struggle for peace, and happiness of the people of Vietnam and the world.Fulfilling the late leader's sacred teachings, General Secretary Lâm and the delegation pledged to promote solidarity and fulfill their responsibilities, contributing to the construction and protection of the Fatherland, making the nation more prosperous.On this occasion, the Party General Secretary also planted a commemorative tree within the Kim Liên Special National Relic Site.The Party chief presented the Party Organisation, administration, and people of Nghe An with a light sculpture titled “Việt Nam - Những Trang sử&nbsp;Vàng” (Việt Nam – Golden Pages of History), honouring President Hồ&nbsp;Chí&nbsp;Minh as the one who penned the nation’s most glorious chapters.The artwork is monumental in size - standing 1,945mm high and 2,025mm wide, weighing around 3 tonnes. Cast from a solid block of bronze, it is shaped like an open history book, reflecting the notion that Việt Nam’s past is a golden chronicle, and President Hồ Chí Minh is the one who illuminated it.The dimensions themselves are symbolic - the height, 1,945mm, recalls the year 1945 when President Hồ Chí Minh read the Declaration of Independence at the Ba Đình Square, marking the birth of the Democratic Republic of Việt Nam. The width, 2,025mm, points to the present moment - 2025 - marking 50 years of national reunification and 135 years since the birth of President Hồ Chí Minh. The sculpture contains 79 pages, representing the 79 springs of his life devoted to the nation and its people.Artistically, the sculpture blends tlight with bronze relief to depict Việt Nam’s historical journey through cultural icons such as bronze drums, Lac birds, lotus flowers, and the rich imagery of the Vietnamese homeland. It interacts with sunlight throughout the day, projecting shifting visual motifs - from the image of President Hồ Chí Minh to symbols like the lotus and flocks of Lac birds, depending on the time of day.The artwork is both a monument and an interactive experience, inviting reflection on the late President’s journey - from his childhood lullabies to his quest for national salvation and wartime leadership. Every beam of light and sculptural detail conveys a story, a message from the past to future generations.The same day, General Secretary Lâm and the delegation paid respects at the memorial house of Nguyễn Sinh Nhậm, President Hồ Chí Minh’s grandfather, in Sen village, and visited the Sen Village Library (also known as the Nguyễn Sinh Diện Library), located within the Kim Liên Special National Relic Site. The library houses over 10,000 books, newspapers, and magazines, serving more than 12,000 readers annually, including students, local residents, and visitors.They also presented gifts to 25 families of national contributors and policy beneficiaries in Nam Đàn district, as well as to staff and workers at the relic site. General Secretary Lâm expressed his delight at visiting President Hồ Chí Minh’s homeland on the occasion of the later leader's 135th birth anniversary, offering a moment to reflect on the nation’s proud history and the great contributions of Uncle Hồ&nbsp;to the country and to Nghệ&nbsp;An province.Commending the province’s social and economic progress and the improved living standards of local residents and staff at the relic site, the General Secretary reaffirmed that the Party and State will continue to care for policy beneficiary families, the underprivileged, and those who had rendered service to the country, ensuring that no one is left behind.Also on Thursday, General Secretary Lâm also visited Kim Liên High School in Nam Đàn&nbsp;district, where he gifted a STEM classroom and 100 scholarships to outstanding students. He described the gifts as a meaningful encouragement for both teachers and pupils, aiming to spark a passion for science and innovation.The initiative, he noted, seeks to inspire students in the area to pursue their studies, apply scientific knowledge in daily life, and contribute more to their homeland and the nation in the future.&nbsp;— VNS

General Secretary Tô Lâm expressed his gratitude and respect to President Hồ Chí Minh – a revered national hero and the founder of the Communist Party of Việt Nam, who devoted his whole life to the cause of national liberation and the struggle for peace, and happiness of the people of Vietnam and the world.

Party General Secretary offers incense in tribute to President Hồ Chí Minh in Nghệ An

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424087_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034635.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese artisans presented the traditional handmade clothes to Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra on May 15. — VNA/VNS Photos Dương Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính hosted a banquet for his visiting Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Thursday, and a experience tour of the unique handicraft products of Việt Nam.Organised at the Government Headquarters, there is a also photo exhibition introduces Việt Nam, Thailand, their people and relationship through nearly 20 black and white, and colour photos. In particular, the photos record the development process of the bilateral relationship from the official establishment of diplomatic relations on August 6, 1976, to the "Enhanced Strategic Partnership" in 2015 to present, with many important achievements in the fields of politics, diplomacy, economy - trade - investment, culture, education - training, tourism, and people-to-people exchange.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424084_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034686.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính welcomed Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra to the banquet at the Government headquarters.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>​After 49 years of construction and development, the two sides have created an important and solid foundation and premise to bring the Việt Nam - Thailand relationship to a new height.The two leaders watched artisans perform and displayed products, and listened to introduction about Việt Nam's unique handicrafts such as clay figurines, conical hats, bamboo and rattan weaving, ceramics, fine art wood, embroidery, silverware, folk paintings, and lacquerware.Handicraft products are made from familiar materials, closely associated with the daily life of Vietnamese people. They are cultural heritage, crystallised from the ingenuity, passion and soul of artisans, expressing the beauty and pride of the Vietnamese nation.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424083_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034688.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra. &nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Handicrafts in Việt Nam have a long history associated with craft villages and streets across the country. Currently, Việt Nam has about 2,500 handicraft villages with famous places such as Bát Tràng and Phú Lãng pottery; Vạn Phúc silk; Bằng Sở bamboo weaving; Đồng Xâm silver carving; Làng Chuông conical hats; Định Công silverware; and Đông Hồ and Hàng Trống folk paintings.In addition to serving domestic and international tourists to Việt Nam, handicrafts are always in the top 10 export items with the largest turnover, and they have been present in 163 countries and territories worldwide.This is the first visit to Việt Nam by PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra since she took office and the first trip by a Thai prime minister in 11 years.During the trip, the two PMs will co-chair the 4th Việt Nam – Thailand Joint Cabinet Meeting – the first of its kind in 10 years. This event is expected to contribute to strengthening political trust and offer an opportunity for both sides to review the process of promoting cooperation in all fields in the recent past in order to deepen and substantiate the relationship in the upcoming era of cooperation and development. — VNA/VNS<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424086_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034639.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra enjoyed the traditional Vietnamese tea.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424085_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034641.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The two Prime Ministers viewed the photos on the two countries' relations, organised by Vietnam News Agency.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424082_vna_potal_vietnamese_thai_prime_ministers_contemplate_handicraft_products_8034691.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính and Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra experienced the making of the Đông Hồ paintings.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="http://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

This is the first visit to Việt Nam&nbsp;by PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra since she took office and the first trip by a Thai prime minister in 11 years.

Vietnamese, Thai Prime Ministers contemplate traditional Vietnamese handicraft products

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419954_5148309288959848_lka.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>President Lương Cường (left) and&nbsp;President of the Lao National Assembly Saysomphone Phomvihane at their meeting on April 25. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>VIENTIANE — Vietnamese State President Lương Cường met with President of the Lao National Assembly (NA) Saysomphone Phomvihane in Vientiane on Friday, within the framework of his two-day state visit to Laos.President Cường&nbsp;expressed his delight to witness Laos’s important development achievements, contributing to stabilising the economy, controlling inflation, improving people's lives, and enhancing its international position, including the success of the 2024 ASEAN Chairmanship and the 2024 ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA).He believed that Laos would successfully implement the Resolution of the 11th National Party Congress and the 9th Five-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan, prepare for and successfully organise Party Congresses at all levels and the 12th National Congress of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.The State President said he was moved by the friendship and sentiments that the Lao Party, State and people have always reserved for Việt Nam, and highly appreciated the effective and close cooperation between the two National Assemblies in recent times, which has actively contributed to promoting the great Việt Nam-Laos relationship.President Cường shared his experience in Việt Nam's drastic implementation of apparatus reform, and amendments to the Constitution and laws to create a more favourable legal corridor for the upcoming development period, aiming to turn Việt Nam into an upper-middle-income developing country by 2030 and a high-income developed country by 2045.The two leaders reaffirmed that they strongly support and place the highest priority on strengthening and enhancing the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos, considering it an invaluable asset and a vital factor for the revolutionary cause of each country.They agreed to continue maintaining regular high-level exchanges and meetings, actively implement high-level agreements, including the one between the two National Assemblies, and further enhance exchanges and the sharing of experiences in building and improving institutional frameworks and legal systems.The two sides also emphasised the importance of resolving institution and mechanism-related challenges, thus creating a favourable legal environment for businesses and localities of both countries to collaborate sustainably and for mutual benefit.The Lao NA President expressed his highest support for Việt Nam's development policy and orientations, affirming that the two legislative bodies will maintain their close coordination, and regular exchanges and contacts, and between their committees to share experience in reforming and streamlining the apparatus, and in building a modern and flexible political system for the common interests of the two countries' people.The two leaders also appreciated the joint efforts to compile and publish the book "50 years of relations between the Vietnamese National Assembly and the Lao National Assembly", believing that it will contribute to widely disseminating and raising public awareness about the close relationship between Việt Nam and Laos.They agreed to strengthen solidarity, continue to closely coordinate with and support each other at regional and international forums; support each other's positions on international and regional issues in accordance with the interests and concerns of each country, in harmony with the common stance of ASEAN, especially at the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF), and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF). — VNA/VNS

The two leaders reaffirmed that they strongly support and place the highest priority on strengthening and enhancing the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos, considering it an invaluable asset and a vital factor for the revolutionary cause of each country.

Vietnamese State President meets with top Lao legislator in Vientiane

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419956_5148313049221474_cuuu.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese&nbsp;President Lương Cường (left) and&nbsp;General Secretary of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith at the&nbsp;Việt Nam-Laos friendship exchange programme in Vientiane on April 25. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>VIENTIANE — State President Lương Cường&nbsp;and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation attended a Việt Nam-Laos friendship exchange programme in Vientiane on Friday morning as part of his two-day state visit to the neighbouring country.The programme with theme "Việt Nam - Laos, our two countries, the love is deeper than the Red River - Mekong River" was broadcast live on the Lao National Television.Also attending the event were General Secretary of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and many high-ranking leaders of the Lao Party, State and Government, as well as hundreds of Vietnamese students and more than 1,000 veterans and representatives of generations of Lao students who had studied in Việt Nam.Before the exchange programme, the two leaders and officials of the two countries enjoyed special Vietnamese-Lao performances by the art troupe of the General Department of Politics under the Lao Ministry of National Defence.They also visited a photo exhibition organised by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), spotlighting the outstanding milestones of the special relationship between the two countries and the Vietnam-Laos combat alliance. The photo collection displayed at the exchange includes 30 typical photos selected from the photo archives of the Vietnam News Agency, which vividly and authentically depict the close and lasting relationship and comradeship between the two Parties and people of the two countries, who have always stood shoulder to shoulder in the struggle for national independence, as well as in the current cause of national construction, protection and development.In an atmosphere imbued with brotherhood and warm comradeship of the exchange programme, President of the Lao Veterans Association Sen. Lt. Gen. Sengnouane Xayalath shared touching stories about the time he participated in the combat alliance between the Lao People's Army and the Vietnam People's Army. He affirmed that it was a period of arduous struggle, but also demonstrated the revolutionary spirit, heroic resilience and noble sacrifice of Vietnamese volunteer officers and soldiers, their Lao counterparts and the people of all Lao ethnic groups who fought side by side for independence and freedom.Sengnouane emphasised that the Lao Party, State and people always remember the great contributions and are deeply grateful for the great contributions and noble sacrifices of Vietnamese soldiers and people for the revolutionary and democratic cause in Laos and that those contributions were in accordance with the sacred teachings of President Hồ Chí Minh that: "Việt Nam and Laos, our two countries, the love is deeper than the Red River and Mekong River".Meanwhile, a representative of the Lao youth expressed his pride in the heroic history of struggle of the two nations, in the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two Parties, two States and people of Laos and Việt Nam that Presidents Hồ Chí&nbsp;Minh, Kaysone Phomvihane and Souphanouvong laid the foundation and were diligently cultivated by generations of leaders of the two countries.Speaking at the exchange programme, President Cường&nbsp;expressed his joy to visit Laos again, but this is the first time in his position as the State leader, to meet comrades and brothers who shared dangers and hardships, were willing to sacrifice for each other and closely attached to the Vietnamese revolution as well as the Việt Nam-Laos relationship and to witness the strong development of Laos after nearly 40 years of renovation.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419958_5148313979463807_chaa.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Vietnamese&nbsp;President Lương Cường (left) and&nbsp;General Secretary of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (LPDR) Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and Laos'&nbsp;veterans. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Emphasising that this is the time when the people of the two countries are joining in the joyful atmosphere to celebrate the glorious victories of each country and the common victory of the two peoples of Việt Nam and Laos, the President said that it is necessary to respect and remember the contributions of the beloved leaders of the two peoples such as President Hồ Chí Minh, President Kaysone Phomvihane and President Souphanouvong, along with heroes, compatriots, comrades and soldiers of the two peoples who sacrificed for the struggles for national liberation and in building the great relationship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos.He emphasised that every victory in the past struggle for national liberation as well as in the current cause of building and defending the Fatherland of Việt Nam has seen the valuable support, wholehearted, righteous and effective assistance of the Party, State and people of the Lao ethnic groups, and expressed the deep gratitude of the Vietnamese Party, State and people to their Lao counterparts.The President affirmed that both sides need to pass on these heroic pages of history to the younger generation, so that they can clearly understand the value of the special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos, and continue to nurture this relationship. He pointed out that the common victory of the two nations in the past struggle for national liberation and in building and defending the Fatherland today has left invaluable lessons that are still valuable.As the world situation is undergoing epochal changes, President Cường&nbsp;said that Việt Nam recognises the need to further promote the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos, turning the invaluable assets that previous generations have worked hard to build into a solid foundation for extensive, effective and mutually beneficial cooperation activities, focusing on economic, trade, investment, science and technology, education and people-to-people exchanges.The Party, State and people of Việt Nam have always strongly and comprehensively supported the cause of innovation, protection and construction of Laos. With the spirit of "helping you is helping ourselves", Việt Nam is ready to share all successful experiences with Lao comrades and friends in stabilising the macro economy and in implementing major policies such as streamlining and building an efficient, effective and efficient organisational apparatus; scientific and technological breakthroughs, innovation and digital transformation; and promoting international integration in the new situation.In addition to the pillars of politics, security, defence and foreign affairs, the President hoped that the two sides will further promote the connection between the two economies, especially infrastructure and transport connectivity to exploit the strengths and potential of each country, while strengthening the connection between Vietnam and Laos with countries in the region, including Cambodia, Thailand, ASEAN countries and other partners.Emphasising that the youth is the spring of the country, the future of each nation, President Cường&nbsp;expressed his joy and excitement to meet young Vietnamese and Lao people in this exchange programme, thereby recognising the bright future of Laos and worthy successors to the great solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos.To promote the precious solidarity that generations of fathers and brothers have worked hard to build, he hoped that the two Parties and States will continue to coordinate closely, creating the most favourable conditions for all classes and all people of the two countries, especially the young generation, to regularly exchange, discuss and cooperate.The President affirmed that the Party, State and people of Việt Nam always dedicate all the best and sincerest sentiments and all possible resources to promote people-to-people exchanges, educational cooperation, especially for Lao students. He believed that each Lao student is a cultural bridge and an ambassador of the Việt Nam - Laos friendship, stressing that Vietnam will continue to strengthen cooperation in training high-quality human resources for Laos, especially in key areas such as economics, science and technology, and state management.With his confidence in the increasingly bright future of Việt Nam – Laos relations, President Cường&nbsp;once again affirmed that Việt Nam will continue to be a reliable companion, strongly and comprehensively supporting Laos’s efforts to innovate, protect and build the country. He also believed that with the determination in every action and effort coming from the heart of every Lao and Vietnamese person, the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos will be constantly consolidated and developed. — VNA/VNS

Vietnamese President Lương Cường affirmed that both sides need to pass on these heroic pages of history to the younger generation, so that they can clearly understand the value of the special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos, and continue to nurture this relationship

State President attends Việt Nam - Laos friendship exchange programme

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419959_5148322421440503_qdn.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Chinese troops exiting Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport in HCM City on April 25. — Photo from the People's Army Newspaper</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HCM CITY — A Chinese military transport aircraft landed in Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport in HCM City on Friday, carrying more than 100 personnel from the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) ahead of a multinational parade rehearsal celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - 2025).China's Xi'an Y-20 military aircraft arrived around midday, transporting 118 Chinese officers and soldiers to Việt Nam, according to the Chinese Consulate General in HCM City.Speaking at the welcome ceremony, Colonel Trần Bá Khương, Deputy Director of the Department of Military Training and Schools under the General Staff of the Việt Nam People’s Army, expressed his delight at receiving the delegation from the LPA.He also extended his best wishes to the delegation for successful training and a strong performance in the upcoming parade and procession, contributing to the overall success of the commemoration event.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419960_5148322995966453_d.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Luggages and equipment are loaded for transport to Bình Dương Province on April 25. — Photo from the People's Army Newspaper</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The PLA troops will travel to the neighbouring province of Bình Dương for training exercises before joining joint parade rehearsals with the armed forces of Việt Nam, Laos and Cambodia for the grand parade taking place in downtown HCM City.A preliminary state-level parade and procession rehearsal is scheduled for Friday evening along Lê Duẩn Street, near the Independence Palace in District 1, HCM City.Responding to questions about the participation of military troops from Laos, Cambodia and China in the parade next week, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Phạm Thu Hằng said the anniversary is an event of special importance, not only for the Vietnamese but also for international friends who supported Việt Nam in its past struggle for national independence."This is particularly true for Laos, Cambodia and China – the three neighbouring countries with a long-standing traditional friendship and bonds with Việt Nam," said Hằng."We are much elated for the participation of military members and officials from China, Laos and Cambodia during this anniversary, representing the solidarity, friendship and ever closer cooperation between Việt Nam and other countries," the spokesperson stressed. — VNS

Vietnamese military official extended best wishes to the delegation for successful training and a strong performance in the upcoming parade and procession, contributing to the overall success of the commemoration event.

118 Chinese troops arrive in Việt Nam, preparing for Reunification Day grand parade

Aquathlon<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417969_5140775185648203_hung8.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng finishes his swimming leg of the Aqua Warriors Hạ Long Bay 2025 on April 13 in Quảng Ninh Province. Photo of Aqua Warriors</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Thanh HàPhạm Tuấn Hưng emerged from the water after completing a 3km ocean swim, greeted by loud cheers and encouragement from the crowd on the beach.He quickly moved to the transition area to hand over to a teammate who continued with a 15km run. Although the distance to the transition was only a few hundred metres, all athletes sprinted at full speed. Hưng, too, tried his best, moving on his hands to catch up with them.Hưng and his teammates did not win an award, but they captured the hearts and admiration of spectators. He was one of the most remarkable competitors at the Aqua Warriors Hạ Long Bay 2025, taking part with amputated legs.Ocean swimming is a tough challenge for any athlete. For Hưng, it was even tougher, as his arms had to work many times harder without the support of legs.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417975_5140778130278986_hung9%20(1).jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng moves to the transition area after his swimming leg of the Aqua Warriors Hạ Long Bay 2025 on April 13 in Quảng Ninh Province. -- Photo of Aqua Warriors</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Despite the difficulty, 23-year-old Hưng completed his task admirably, even though it was his first time swimming a long distance in a major mixed tournament."I happened to learn about this competition, which was to be held in my hometown of Quảng Ninh, and I decided to participate. Today is a very happy day for me. This is the first time I have swum such a long distance in the ocean and completed it, marking an important milestone in my life," said Hưng, who is already well-known for his football skills.Brave spiritHưng lost his legs following a bear attack when he was just two years old in 2004.It took him a long time to overcome the pain and shyness, thanks to the love and support of his parents.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417971_5140775766874609_hung7.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng (left) tries to manage a ball under threat of another player during their football match. Photo courtesy of Tuấn Hưng</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"I told myself that I had to live, to overcome, and to adapt to my body," he said, recalling his attempts to walk with prosthetic legs that eventually failed because the legs were too heavy and hard to control.Instead, Hưng learned to move using his hands. He tackled everything himself, from climbing stairs to moving around on plastic chairs. Thanks to his relentless efforts, he gradually mastered daily activities like cooking, washing, and cleaning his home.Like many children, Hưng fell in love with football. He followed his friends to the field and was allowed to use his hands. Over time, he adapted and learned to play using the remaining parts of his thighs, competing equally with other children.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417972_5140776061487117_hung5.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng can not only play football but also perform freestyle football. -- Photo courtesy of Tuấn Hưng</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"It was really hard playing without legs, which are crucial for ball control. In addition to practising with my friends, I trained at home, kicking the ball against the wall and chasing after it," said Hưng."It was painful at first, but as time passed, it became easier. Only when playing football do I find a strong version of myself and forget all my worries."His clips of playing football and juggling the ball with his thighs went viral on YouTube and TikTok, earning him a large following.Hưng became an inspirational figure on social media, even winning the Sport category at the 2022 Masters by TikTok awards.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417973_5140776442104478_hung.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng poses with famous football players Nguyễn Tuấn Anh (left) and Nguyễn Quang Hải (right). -- Photo courtesy of Tuấn Hưng</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>He quickly won people’s hearts with his gentle smile, tireless efforts, and the positive energy he shared with viewers. His passion for football helped him meet many famous Vietnamese players, such as Quang Hải, Tuấn Anh and Tiến Dũng. He even received a message of encouragement from former national head coach Park Hang-seo, which boosted his confidence and strengthened his resolve to pursue his dreams.A strong swimmerDespite his challenges, Hưng loved swimming and learned to swim when he was eight years old.Through an introduction by former striker Đặng Phương Nam, Hưng received professional training from coach Nguyễn Đăng Viễn of the national disabled swimming team."Like football, I taught myself to swim," he said. "I found that I weighed less than other kids, so I floated better. It seemed to be an advantage," he laughed."But professional swimming is very different from swimming for fun in the river. Luckily, I was taught very enthusiastically, and I was glad I didn't let my coaches down."After just three weeks of training, Hưng was able to swim competitively, and in November 2020, he won a bronze medal in the 100m event at the national championships for athletes with disabilities.He later earned a place on the national team for the Asian Para Games 2023. Although he did not place in the top three in his international debut, it marked a strong beginning to his swimming career.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/417974_5140777913369639_hung2.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Phạm Tuấn Hưng at the Asian Para Games 2023. -- Photo courtesy of Tuấn Hưng</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>His next target is the 13th ASEAN Para Games, to be held in Thailand next January.The Aqua Warriors event also served as an important test for Hưng ahead of the national championships, where he aims to secure his place on the national team."I had already completed this distance in the pool before, but swimming in the ocean was much more difficult. It was a real challenge for me," Hưng said."I had to build my own strategy, alternating freestyle and breaststroke, saving energy and pushing forward to the finish. My view is to never give up, to always try my best, and to turn my shortcomings into strengths." VNS

Phạm Tuấn Hưng's next target is the 13th ASEAN Para Games, to be held in Thailand next January.

Disabled swimmer Hưng refuses to give up

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/18/418271_5142108969425219_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Deputy Minister of Justice Mai Lương Khôi (L) in a meeting with Italian Minister of Justice Carlo Nordio. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>ROME&nbsp; - A delegation from Việt Nam's Ministry of Justice, led by Deputy Minister Mai Lương Khôi, paid a recent working visit to Italy to enhance bilateral collaboration in legal and judicial sectors, building upon the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2016.Meeting with Italian Minister of Justice Carlo Nordio on April 16, Khôi praised Italy’s support for Việt Nam’s socio-economic development and underscored that the fruitful cooperation and strong friendship between the two countries provide a solid foundation to elevate their strategic partnership to a new high.Deputy Minister Khoi expressed his hope that the two ministries will continue effectively implementing the 2016 MoU through specific cooperation activities. He presented a draft cooperation programme for 2026-2027 to Minister Nordio and proposed that the two sides promptly finalise the draft to ensure efficient execution of the 2016 MoU.Nordio, for his part, stated that the delegation visit is a vivid demonstration for the growing cooperation between the two countries, particularly in legal and judicial matters. He expressed Italy's readiness to cooperate and share experience with Việt Nam in the areas of its interest, especially in combating organised crime and training personnel.Earlier, at a discussion with officials from the Italian Ministry of Justice, the delegation exchanged information about digital transformation in judicial work, including the application of information technology in law enforcement, asset verification for enforcement purposes, and AI applications in legal and judicial fields. Both sides agreed to jointly hold future online and in-person workshops to continue sharing experiences in areas where they have similar functions.While in Italy, the delegation also had working sessions with President of the National Council of Notaries Giulio Biino and general secretary of the bar association Alessandro Graziani. At the event, Khoi shared information about the development of notaries and lawyers in Việt Nam, while Italian experts introduced electronic notarisation systems, training and management of legal professionals, and data sharing between judicial bodies and other organisations.In a meeting with Vice President of Italy’s Commission for Intercountry Adoption Vincenzo Starita, Khoi praised Vietnam-Italy cooperation in the field.Italy ranks among the top three countries with the highest number of approved adoptions of Vietnamese children. Many children with serious illnesses, disabilities, and HIV/AIDS have received medical assistance and found substitute families through Italian adoption organisations.Starita thanked the Vietnamese ministry for promoting cooperation in adoption, affirming that Italy is willing to support Việt Nam with training activities. Deputy Minister Khoi reaffirmed Việt Nam's commitment to effectively implementing international adoption commitments and expressed confidence in continued cooperation in this humanitarian area.The delegation also visited the Vietnamese Embassy to discuss general cooperation between the two countries, particularly in legal and judicial domains. VNS

At the meeting, Deputy Minister Mai Lương Khôi praised Italy’s support for Việt Nam’s socio-economic development and underscored that the fruitful cooperation and strong friendship between the two countries provide a solid foundation to elevate their strategic partnership to a new high.

Việt Nam, Italy intensify legal, judicial cooperation

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