Hanoi: The 33rd Diplomatic Conference, held under the theme 'Promoting the pioneering role and fulfilling the crucial and regular task of Vietnam's external affairs in the new era,' concluded in Hanoi on the afternoon of August 7. The event was chaired by Politburo member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung. This conference marked a significant milestone as it was the first gathering following the 14th National Party Congress, which emphasized foreign affairs and international integration as a "crucial and regular task." This comes at a time when the country is transitioning its development model, a shift initiated by the third plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee, which advocated for increased external engagement across all sectors.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the conference served as a platform to discuss and strategize the future of Vietnam's diplomatic efforts in alignment with the new directives set by national leadership. The focus was on enhancing Vietnam's international relationships and integration, which are considered vital in this transformative period. The discussions highlighted the importance of proactive and strategic foreign relations in supporting the country's development goals and its broader international agenda.