Minister Lauds Vietnam-Canada Defence Cooperation

Hanoi: Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang on February 20 highlighted the enhanced defence cooperation between Vietnam and Canada when receiving Canadian Deputy Minister of National Defence Stefanie Beck who is in Hanoi to co-chair the third Vietnam-Canada Defence Policy Dialogue. Giang highlighted the success of the dialogue and asked Beck to convey … Read more

Vietnam, Singapore to Expand Training Courses for Potential Leaders

Hanoi: Politburo member and President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) Nguyen Xuan Thang has expressed his hope for stronger Vietnam-Singapore cooperation, especially through the Potential Leaders’ Programme, research projects, and policy consultations. During a working session in Hanoi with Singaporean Ambassador to Vietnam Jaya Ratnam, Thang, who is also Chairman … Read more

Vietnam Showcases Cultural Heritage at ASEAN Night in France

Hanoi: Vietnam’s Embassy and representative offices in France held the “ASEAN Night” event on February 19, hosted by the ASEAN Committee in Paris (ACP). Held at the InterContinental Le Grand Hotel, the event brought together representatives from all ASEAN nations, along with French and international guests, to celebrate the region’s cultural diversity and strengthen diplomatic … Read more

State Leader Requests Comprehensive Restructuring of Defence Ministry

Hanoi: State President Luong Cuong on February 20 urged the Ministry of National Defence to take the lead in implementing the restructuring scheme, based on the principle of “one agency handles multiple tasks, and each task is assigned to only one body.” The State leader made this request during a working session with the ministry, … Read more

Ho Chi Minh City Elects Nguyen Van Duoc as New Chairman

Ho Chi Minh City: Nguyen Van Duoc, a member of the Party Central Committee and Deputy Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee, has been elected as the Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee for the 2021-2026 term. According to Vietnam News Agency, the election took place on February 20. Nguyen Van Duoc’s … Read more