Deputy PM, FM hosts Deputy to UNIDO Director General
The two sides discussed the rapid changes in the global situation, the opportunities brought about by the strong development of science and technology, as well as the challenges facing multilateral institutions.
PM meets with UN Deputy Secretary-General on P4U Summit sidelines
United Nations (UN) Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed praised Vietnam's leading role in the green transition, demonstrated by the successful organisation of the P4G Summit.
☕ Afternoon briefing on April 17
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnamese State President receives Lao Prime Minister
President Luong Cuong reaffirmed the Vietnamese Party and State’s consistent policy of attaching importance and giving the highest priority to strengthening the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation with Laos.
Party leader meets with Hanoi voters ahead of NA’s 9th session
Voters expressed their confidence in the Party and State’s effective implementation of socio-economic tasks, especially amid the US’s new tariffs, as well as their trust in the success of the revolution to streamline the political system’s apparatus, the rearrangement of administrative units and the organisation of the two-level local administration.
Vietnamese, Chinese defence ministers visit border post, logistics park in Lang Son
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang and Chinese Minister of National Defence Dong Jun led high-level delegations to visit Huu Nghi International Border Gate's Border Post and Lang Son Logistics Park of the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group, as part of the 9th Vietnam–China Border Defence Friendship Exchange.
New Zealand Governor-General hopes for stronger ties with Vietnam
Governor-General of New Zealand Cindy Kiro suggested Vietnam and New Zealand promote exchanges between businesses and residents, while trengthening coordination and cooperation at regional and international multilateral forums.
Deputy PM meets UN Under-Secretary-General in Hanoi
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son called on the UN and ESCAP to continue supporting Vietnam in accelerating SDG progress in alignment with national priorities, through information sharing, international experience exchange, policy advice, and regional collaboration.
Vietnamese PM calls for stronger partnership with Global Green Growth Institute
Welcoming the GGGI’s goal to mobilise an additional 1 billion USD in green financing for Vietnam for the 2024-2028 period, PM Chinh highlighted Vietnam's commitment to accelerating energy transition, green growth, and sustainable development, seeing them as key drivers for the nation's growth in the new era.
Vietnam hopes for UN’s continued assistance in green transition: State President
Vietnam always highly evaluates the important contributions of the United Nations over the past eight decades in maintaining world peace and security, as well as promoting international cooperation for sustainable development; and bears in mind the valuable support that the organisation has consistently provided for Vietnam, from the post-war reconstruction period to the process of renewal and international integration, President Cuong stressed.
Vietnamese, Chinese defence ministers visit Dong Dang Primary School
During their visit to Dong Dang Primary School, the two defence ministers attended the inauguration of a new multi-purpose building consisting of 12 rooms, including a computer lab, gifted by Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defence.
Congratulations on 50th anniversary of Vietnam – Burundi diplomatic ties
Congratulations have been sent to Burundian leaders on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relations (April 16, 1975–2025).
Deputy FM meets Colombian counterpart on P4G Summit sidelines
Deputy Foreign Minister Do Hung Viet proposed that Vietnam and Colombia step up high-level mutual visits, make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, and foster linkages to create a favourable environment and framework for advancing economic ties.
Top Chinese leader’s state visit to Vietnam holds historical significance: official
The visit has contributed to strengthening political trust and providing guidance for the stable and healthy development of bilateral relations amidst the complex international and regional situations.
Vietnamese, Ethiopian PMs enjoy breakfast, visit Tran Quoc Pagoda
The Ethiopian PM and his spouse, who are on an official visit to Vietnam, were introduced to Tran Quoc, a nearly 1,500-year-old pagoda considered the oldest in Hanoi and also the centre of Buddhism in the capital during the Ly and Tran dynasties.
Chinese leader’s visit to Vietnam charts strategic course for bilateral relations
As Xi’s first overseas visit of the year and, notably, his first to a neighbouring country following China’s Central Conference on Work Related to Neighbouring Countries, the move underlined Beijing’s consideration of developing ties with Hanoi as a priority of its broader foreign policy on its neighbourhood, the journalist assessed.
☀️ Morning digest on April 17
Activities of the 4th Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit, Vietnamese leaders' meetings with foreign guests on the sidelines of the event, and the second full-scale rehearsal for the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification are among news highlights on April 16 evening.
PM puts forth initiatives for sustainable and people-centred green transition
The Vietnamese leader suggested developed countries promote their pioneering role in providing financial support, technology, and management experience to help developing and least developed countries make green transition, realise the Sustainable Development Goals, and ensure livelihoods for people.
PM highlights Vietnam, Kenya’s role in global sustainable development
PM Pham Minh Chinh suggested Vietnam and Kenya intensify delegation exchanges, and expand cooperation in defence and security, trade, education and training, clean agriculture, food security, and people-to-people exchanges, especially among younger generations, among other fields.
Vietnam wants to learn UAE's experience in economic transformation: PM
The Vietnamese leader expressed his admiration for the UAE's achievements, and his desire to learn from the country’s experience in economic transformation as well as rapid and strong development.
