Russia, Vietnam aim for further promotion of partnership
The statement confirms the « mutual intent for further promotion of relations of comprehensive strategic partnership »
Why improving Vietnam–UK relations matters for the Indo-Pacific
Vietnam’s prime minister, Pham Minh Chinh, made a very successful trip to the United Kingdom in early November, putting the rapidly improving relations between the two countries into the spotlight.
Vietnam needs to bolster its ‘soft balancing’ against China
Vietnam’s statements on the South China Sea at international forums reveal a subtle, defensive strategy – one that hasn’t been enough thus far.
US-Vietnam COVID cooperation hits a snag
Global politics remain highly visible in the face of the current surge in COVID-19 Delta variant infections, unbalanced vaccine diplomacy campaigns, and climate change initiatives.
How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea ?
The South China Sea in the Western Pacific Ocean has become one of the most conflicted zones of the world.
Vietnam : US Should Urge Release of Dissidents
Bilateral Human Rights dialogue key, but not only opportunity on rights
$30bn investments committed during Vietnam PM’s Europe business trip
Nearly 60 deals worth US$30 billion in investment commitments were signed by Vietnamese enterprises and their foreign partners during a recent European business trip taken by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his entourage, according to Vietnamese Deputy Minister of…
Vietnam France partnership highlighted as PM Chinh meets President Macron
Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to reinforce the two nations’ strategic partnership as they met in France.
Vietnam seeks information from Iran about seized oil tanker
A Vietnamese oil tanker was seized at gunpoint by Iranian soldiers in the Gulf of Oman on October 24, for reasons that remain unclear.
Vietnam, US to cooperate on climate change response
PM Pham Minh Chinh and President Joe Biden agreed to promote the Vietnam-U.S. comprehensive partnership, including cooperation to solve climate issues.
Vietnamese premier leaves Hanoi for working trip to UK, France
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh left Hanoi on Sunday for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) and visits to the UK and France, the Vietnam Government Portal reported.
China’s growing influence in Cambodia and Laos has Vietnam on edge
In late September, the leader of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party, Nguyen Phu Trong, invited his Cambodian and Laotian counterparts—Hun Sen, who is also Cambodia’s prime minister, and Thongloun Sisoulith, who is also Laos’ president—to Hanoi for a meeting.
Australia can count on Vietnam to support AUKUS
That only a handful of people in Canberra knew that the AUKUS pact was being negotiated is a minor concern for those living on China’s borders.
What’s next for Indonesia-Vietnam defense relations ?
The second iteration of a new defense policy dialogue highlighted some of the ongoing and future developments in the two nations’ security ties.
Rethinking India’s economic policy towards Vietnam
Since the upgrade of bilateral relations to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ in 2016, India–Vietnam strategic coordination has continued to deepen — as reflected through increased defence and maritime security cooperation.
Vietnam takes Sinopharm vaccines to ease Ho Chi Minh City’s woes
Pandemic offers Beijing opportunity to firm ties with strategically important neighbor
Racist president told racist joke before meeting Vietnam’s prime minister
A new book by former U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius claims Trump asked if Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc’s name was pronounced “Fook You”
In rare three-party conclave, Vietnam pushes back against growing chinese influence
Hanoi is becoming increasingly unnerved by the growing Chinese influence over its longstanding clients, Cambodia and Laos.
Vietnam bids to woo Cambodia, Laos from China
Recent meeting of Southeast Asian nations’ leaders underlined Hanoi’s push to restore strong ties with its old neighboring allies.
Vietnam joins IAEA Board of Governors
Vietnam was elected to the 2021-2023 term Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) during its latest session in Vienna.
Vietnam slams illegal aircraft landings on Spratly Islands
Vietnam expressed strong opposition Thursday to China illegally landing its aircraft on Vietnam’s Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago as a violation of its sovereignty.
Vietnam president demands equitable supply of Covid vaccines in UN speech
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has called on the international community to cooperate in the fight against Covid-19, especially prioritizing an equitable supply of vaccines to soon end it.
US-Vietnam relations : From reconciliation to a relationship of substance
Reconciliation has happened through different measures and in different forms, ranging from efforts to heal wartime wounds to moves aimed at building mutual trust and respect.
What’s in the newly regionalized Japan-Vietnam defense partnership ?
Both sides have been gradually regionalizing their expanding bilateral security relationship, with broader implications for the Indo-Pacific.
China warns Vietnam to watch out for outside interference in South China Sea
Chinese foreign minister’s remarks follow call from US vice-president for Southeast Asian countries to resist Beijing’s ‘bullying’ in disputed waters. Vietnam is likely to continue its pragmatic balancing act between the two powers, and remain a reliable partner to all,…
Japan, Vietnam sign defence transfer deal amid China worries
Tokyo says the new deal elevates the Japan-Vietnam defence partnership to a ‘new level’.