ADB pledges $3 bln in 2024-2026 assistance to Vietnam
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is fully committed to supporting Vietnam's long-term development goals, ADB president Masatsugu Asakawa said on Wednesday during his first official visit to Vietnam.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnamese, New Zealand PMs outline major orientations for stronger ties
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon identified major orientations for further strengthening cooperation in multiple areas during talks in Wellington on Monday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnamese Prime Minister begins official visit to New Zealand
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse Le Thi Bich Tran, and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam landed at Auckland Airport on Saturday evening (local time), starting an official visit to New Zealand from March 10-11 at the invitation of his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam President to attend Belt and Road Forum in China next week
President Vo Van Thuong will lead a Vietnamese delegation to attend the third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in Beijing, China on October 17-20, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Thursday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
American businesses make strong progress in Vietnam
U.S. giants like Intel, Cargill, Nike, AES, Murphy Oil, First Solar, Boeing and Apple have made extensive investments in Vietnam since the two countries normalized their relations in 1995.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam-US ties elevated to highest level - comprehensive strategic partnership
Vietnam and the U.S. have agreed to raise bilateral ties to the level of comprehensive strategic partnership, the highest in Vietnam’s diplomatic hierarchy, during President Joe Biden’s ongoing state visit to Hanoi.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
American companies feel welcome in Vietnam: AmCham
The U.S.-Vietnam relationship is a trustworthy and stable partnership that has led to growth, and American companies feel welcome in Vietnam, says Virginia Foote, vice chairwoman of AmCham Hanoi.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, US to see greater cooperation in technology: expert
As Vietnam and the U.S. continue to expand cooperation in technology, the former needs to prepare sufficient foundations to acquire new technologies from American partners, said Prof. Dr. Nguyen Mai, chairman of Vietnam's Association of Foreign Invested Enterprises (VAFIE).
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Australian Foreign Minister makes second Vietnam visit to boost ties
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has begun a three-day (August 22-24) Vietnam visit to further strengthen bilateral relations.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Japan Crown Prince, Crown Princess to visit Vietnam in September
Japan's Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko will make an official visit to Vietnam in late September, Japan's Imperial Household Agency said Wednesday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
US state Nebraska, Binh Duong province ink multifaceted cooperation pact
Nebraska, a Midwestern state in the U.S., and Vietnam’s southern industrial province of Binh Duong have agreed to step up cooperation in many areas.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Nebraska Governor leads delegation on first trade mission to Vietnam
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen will lead a delegation to Vietnam in a week-long visit starting Sunday, to grow trade opportunities that will benefit the U.S. state, his office announced Saturday.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Swiss National Council head’s Vietnam visit to boost trade ties
Martin Candinas, President of the Swiss National Council, will visit Vietnam on June 28-30 to bolster economic relations, said the Swiss parliament.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, S Korea are key R&D partners: President Yoon
Vietnam and South Korea have evolved from manufacturing cooperation partners to key research and development partners, South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol said in Hanoi Saturday.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Korea Eximbank to fund $3 bln LNG power complex in southern Vietnam
The Export-Import Bank of Korea (Korea Eximbank) inked Friday a memorandum of understanding to finance a $3 billion plus LNG-to-power project in Long An province, southern Vietnam.
Energy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Major S Korean banks keen on Vietnam expansion
Six South Korean banks are waiting for the State Bank of Vietnam’s approval to upgrade and expand their presence in the country.
Banking - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Korea carmakers Hyundai, Kia to put more energy into Vietnam market
Hyundai Motor and its sister automaker Kia are looking to build on their leading positions in Vietnam, and Hyundai Motor Group executive chairman Chung Euisun will accompany Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on his three-day state visit starting Thursday.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Seaplane service to connect popular islands in Quang Ninh province
Hai Au Aviation is set to launch exclusive seaplane flights over Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh province next month, connecting the islands of Tuan Chau and Co To.
Travel - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnamese President attends King Charles III's coronation
President Vo Van Thuong was among 100 heads of state at the coronation of King Charles III of the UK, held in Westminster Abbey in London on May 6 (local time), at the invitation of the UK Royal Family.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Australian trade minister to visit Vietnam to boost ties
Don Farrell, Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism, is scheduled to visit Vietnam this week to enhance investment and trade relations between the two countries.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
US Secretary of State's Vietnam visit to heighten partnership
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Hanoi on Friday evening, beginning his three-day official visit to Vietnam.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, Singapore to strengthen digital, green partnership
The official visit to Singapore by Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is expected to open up important orientations to elevate the two countries' strategic partnership, especially in digital technology and green transition.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Oregon State Governor visits Vietnam to promote trade
Kate Brown, the Governor of Oregon in the U.S., is traveling to Vietnam for a one-week trade mission starting November 11, U.S. time.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, China issue joint statement to enhance cooperation
Vietnam and China have issued a joint statement on continuing to deepen the Vietnam-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership on the occasion of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s official visit to China.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam considers ties with China a top priority: Party chief
Vietnam considers the development of ties with China a top priority, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong said in a meeting with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in Beijing Tuesday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Newly-appointed Samsung Electronics executive chairman to visit Vietnam
Samsung Electronics executive chairman Lee Jae-yong is slated to pay a working visit to Vietnam later this year to seek new investment opportunities, according to South Korean industry sources.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Party leader’s visit to take Vietnam-China ties to new development period
Vietnam's Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong left Hanoi Sunday on an official visit to China which will run through Tuesday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam calls for restraint in Taiwan Strait
Vietnam persists with its “One China” policy and calls on all parties not to escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang said Wednesday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Party leader welcomes Russia foreign minister
Vietnam attaches great importance to the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia, said Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong while meeting Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov in Hanoi Wednesday.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Russia foreign minister visits Vietnam
Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov will be visiting Vietnam on July 5-6 at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Bui Thanh Son.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam an inspiring, innovative economy: UK trade minister
Vietnam is an inspiring economy and the most typical example of development in Southeast Asia, says Anne Marie Trevelyan, the UK Secretary of State for International Trade.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Top legislator’s visit to boost Vietnam-UK ties: UK Ambassador
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue’s official visit to the UK from June 28-30 presents a great opportunity for both countries to strengthen their ties in legislative and reform issues, UK Ambassador to Vietnam Gareth Ward said.
Politics - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Japan giant Aeon plans 2 new malls for Vietnam
Aeon is speeding up work to develop two new shopping malls in Vietnam, which the Japanese retail giant has described as "the most significant market in Southeast Asia".
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
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