The diplomatic events held by this organization in 2024 have been instrumental in strengthening the bonds of friendship between Vietnam and its international partners.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala have issued a Joint Statement, upgrading Vietnam-Czechia relations to a Strategic Partnership during the Vietnamese Prime Minister's official visit to the Czech Republic, from January 18 to 20.

The president said Vietnam will strengthen efforts to promote patriotism, fulfill aspirations, preserve the Vietnamese language, and uphold the nation’s cultural heritage among overseas Vietnamese.

Hanoi is willing to contribute to the progress which is encouraged to be made through dialogues.

Ahead of the summit, Vietnam’s reform model has been widely touted as the economic path for impoverished and isolated North Korea to follow.

Vietnam is considered an ideal location for the summit as the country has created an “economic miracle” after three decades of opening-up and renovation and has become a trusted partner of the US after more than two decades of normalized ties.

Vietnam is one of the few nations to enjoy friendly relations with both Washington and Pyongyang, according to experts.

Vietnam’s geographic proximity to North Korea, the country’s economic success after the normalization of diplomatic ties with the United States, and its neutral stance are factors behind its being chosen as the venue for the next summit.

Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Parvathaneni Harish said that he enjoyed shopping at Tet markets in Hanoi where unique traditional handicrafts, ceramic and brass items from various provinces are sold and these are not available during the rest of the year.

Tết is a time to reflect on the past year, celebrate new beginnings, and look forward to the coming of spring.

I would like to wish the people of Vietnam a wonderful Tet celebration with family and friends. I know that Tet celebrations also mean that many travel far and wide to reunite with family and loved ones. Whether travelling or not, I wish all Vietnamese a safe and joyous holiday.

Vietnam’s PM acknowledged that in the first month of 2019, Vietnam`s economy has continued the positive trend.

For many Vietnamese people, Putin is seen as a strong leader, the Vietnamese ambassador to Russia said.

The relationship between Vietnam and South Korea is getting stronger and needs to be kept strengthening, two officials have agreed.

As Vietnam, Chile and Canada are parties to the CPTPP, the room for further trade remains huge.

Vietnam were knocked out of the AFC Asian Cup 2019 tournament in the quarterfinal stage, but turned heads due to their stellar performance up until that point.

Two police generals standing trial are among Vietnamese high-ranking officials brought to justice recently amid the corruption crackdown.

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc affirmed that the Government always listened to the comments of overseas Vietnamese, as well as removed obstacles to ensure the peace of mind for business cooperation and investment in Vietnam.

Overseas delegates representing 4.5 million Vietnamese living abroad attend the 2019 Xuan Que Huong (2019).

“Learning about Vietnam”, a program held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for international friends to understand more about Vietnam took place on January 24.

Highlighting the “specialness” of the relationship in the year 2018, Ambassador Bertrand Lortholary said there were two high-level exchanges in the same year.

Vietnam has implemented 175 out of the 182 recommendations by the second-cycle Universal Periodic Review (UPR).

The city`s successes are attributed to not only constant efforts of authorities of all levels, but also considerable support and cooperation of international friends, diplomatic agencies and international organizations and businesses.