Party General Secretary Receives Russian State Duma Chairman

Hanoi: Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a reception for Chairman of the State Duma of Russia Vyacheslav Volodin in Hanoi on September 29. According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting between To Lam and Vyacheslav Volodin signifies the strengthening of relations between Vietnam and Russia. Both leaders discussed various matters aimed at fostering cooperation … Read more

Tornadoes Claim Six Lives, Flatten Homes in Ninh Binh

Hanoi: Violent tornadoes and torrential rains triggered by Typhoon Bualoi caused at least six people dead and seven injured in the northern province of Ninh Binh on September 29 morning. According to Vietnam News Agency, the natural disaster led to significant damage, flattening homes and leaving many residents displaced. Local authorities have been mobilizing resources … Read more

Dien Bien Province and Thai Localities Strengthen Investment and Tourism Cooperation

Hanoi: The northwestern province of Dien Bien has identified international cooperation, including with localities in Thailand, as a key orientation to effectively capitalize on its potential and advantages, and to develop tourism into a spearhead economic sector. Speaking at a workshop on enhancing tourism and economic cooperation with Thai localities on September 29, Standing Vice … Read more

NA Standing Committee Concludes 49th Session

Hanoi: The 49th session of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee concluded on September 29 after 5.5 days of discussions. During the closing remarks, NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man highlighted that the committee had reviewed 34 items. The session’s focus was primarily on scrutinizing and providing feedback on 13 draft laws, which are set to … Read more

PM Pushes for Swift Progress on China-Linked Railway Projects

Hanoi: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 29 chaired a meeting of the Government’s standing members to review the first session of the Vietnam – China Joint Committee on Railway Cooperation and the progress of key agreements, including the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong railway project. Under the National Assembly’s resolution, the … Read more

Party Chief Urges Sci-Tech Sector to Propel Vietnam Forward

Hanoi: Party General Secretary To Lam urged the science and technology sector to continue building on its past achievements to propel Vietnam forward during a ceremony in Hanoi on September 29 marking its 66th anniversary and 80 years of the post and telecommunications industry. According to Vietnam News Agency, the ceremony highlighted the significant contributions … Read more