Russian president Vladimir Putin says cooperation with Vietnam withstands global changes
Russian President Vladimir Putin said cooperation with Vietnam has withstood global changes and continues to flourish, especially in science and energy, during an interview on Wednesday with Vu Viet Trang, general director of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA).
Russia delivers first LNG shipment to Vietnam amid sanctions
Amid ongoing international sanctions, Russia has expanded its economic outreach to Asia with its first-ever shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Vietnam.
Russia’s Rosatom proposes reactor for Vietnam nuclear power plant
Russian nuclear major Rosatom State Corporation announced on May 13 that Rosatom and Vietnam have signed an inter-agency roadmap for the development of nuclear technologies through 2030.
Vietnam and Russia ‘to expedite’ nuclear power plant talks
Following bilateral talks a joint statement says the two countries have « agreed to expedite negotiations and the signing of intergovernmental agreements on the construction of nuclear power plants in Vietnam ».
Vietnam’s Party leader attends military parade celebrating Victory of Great Patriotic War in Moscow
Vietnam’s General Party Secretary To Lam attended the military parade at the Red Square in Moscow on May 9 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Great Patriotic War (1945 – 2025).
Vietnam’s top leader arrives in Moscow, beginning official visit to Russia
This marks General Secretary To Lam’s first official visit to Russia since his election as the Communist leader
Vietnamese soldiers prepare with dedication for parade at Russia’s Red Square
A delegation from the Embassy of Vietnam in the Russian Federation, led by Ambassador Dang Minh Khoi, visited and encouraged members of the Vietnamese People’s Army delegation currently practicing in Moscow to join a parade in Moscow’s iconic Red Square…
Vietnam prepares for party chief To Lam’s visit to Russia in may
Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son is currently in Russia to prepare for Party General Secretary To Lam’s upcoming May visit to Russia and participation in a Victory Day military parade marking the 80th anniversary of…
Vietnam Airlines to restart Hanoi to Moscow flight after 3 years hiatus
The restored Hanoi-Moscow connection is expected to aid the tourism sector’s recovery while facilitating trade and cultural relations.
Vietnam-Ukraine ties : more engagement, more balanced approach ?
Vietnam, traditionally seen to be more allied with Russia, has recently increased its diplomatic engagements with Ukraine. This could result in Vietnam taking a more neutral stance in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Russian airlines to open direct air routes linking Vietnam’s Cam Ranh in March
Two Russian airlines are planning to launch direct flights linking several cities in Russia and Cam Ranh City in south-central Vietnam in early March, the Cam Ranh International Airport authority said on Saturday.
Russia backs Vietnam’s bid to join BRICS
Russia has publicly endorsed Vietnam’s aspirations to join the influential BRICS bloc, a move that could significantly bolster Hanoi’s global standing and economic prospects. This support was articulated in a joint communique released following a visit by Russian Prime Minister…
Russia PM meets Vietnam president seeking deeper ties
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin met Vietnam’s President Luong Cuong Wednesday, seeking to bolster support from its long-standing ally as Moscow’s isolation over the war in Ukraine grows.
Russia offers to provide LNG, crude oil to Vietnam
Russia is willing to help develop Vietnam’s nuclear power sector and provide it with crude oil and LNG, the two countries said on Wednesday.
Vietnam holds Russia talks – and sets up nuclear project steering committee
Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin have discussed enhancing their countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including in nuclear energy, as Hanoi sets up a steering committee to implement the Ninh Thuan nuclear power plant project.
Ukraine war : how Vietnam’s ‘bamboo diplomacy’ treads a fine line between the west and Russia
Since Vietnam adopted its programme of reform (“Doi Moi” or renovation) in 1986, its foreign policy has transitioned from one driven by ideology to a more pragmatic regime driven by independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralism.
Vietnam, Russia pledge to beef up defense ties at 7th strategic dialogue
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defense Hoang Xuan Chien and his Russian counterpart Alexander Vasilyevich Fomin have agreed to step up the defense cooperation between the two nations while co-chairing the seventh Vietnam-Russia Defense Strategy Dialogue in Hanoi on Thursday.
Russia ready to join Vietnam’s Ninh Thuan nuclear power project
Russia is ready to cooperate with Vietnam in nuclear energy development by taking part in the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project, according to Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko.
Russia willing to build nuclear power plant in Vietnam
Russia stands ready to construct a nuclear power plant in Vietnam if requested by the Vietnamese government after an eight-year pause, says a Russian diplomat.
PM Chinh says Vietnam to work with BRICS as he meets with China, Russia leaders
Vietnam is ready to work with BRICS, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said as he attended the group’s summit for the first time this week and held meetings with Chinese and Russian leaders.
Premier’s attendance at expanded BRICS summit in Russia proves Vietnam’s position: deputy minister
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s attendance at the expanded BRICS Summit in Kazan City of Russia on Wednesday and Thursday demonstrates Vietnam’s responsibility, position, and stature in boosting multilateralism, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang.
Rise of Chinese language in Vietnam hinders plans to bring back Russian
There is a Russian-Vietnamese plan to bring the learning of Russian back to Vietnamese schools. But the reality is that English and Chinese are the most popular languages in the country.
Why is Russia’s Putin visiting Vietnam after North Korea ?
Vietnam is a rising nation that the West wants closer ties with. The visit is a signal from Russia that Putin isn’t isolated.
Putin signs deals in Vietnam to shore up ties in Asia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a series of deals with his Vietnamese counterpart To Lam during a state visit that comes as Moscow is seeking to bolster ties in Asia to offset growing international isolation over its military actions…
Russia and Vietnam agree to strengthen ties during Putin state visit
Vietnam’s president says two countries want to ‘push up’ defence and security cooperation as US criticises meeting.
Russia’s Putin praises Vietnam for its stance on Ukraine
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin praised Vietnam for its « balanced » stance on the Ukraine war and listed progress on payments, energy and trade in an opinion piece published on Wednesday in the newspaper of Vietnam’s Communist Party.