<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/424088_5165764332458125_vna_potal_more_public_security_officers_to_join_un_peacekeeping_mission_7995703.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Officers are deployed to the mission at the&nbsp;ceremony in Hà Nội&nbsp;on April 25 to hand over the State President’s decisions to deploy three officers to the UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).&nbsp;VNA/VNS Photo&nbsp;Phạm Kiên</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI&nbsp;– Lawmakers held group discussions in the afternoon of Thursday&nbsp;to deliberate the draft Law on Participation in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, as part of the 9th session of the 15th National Assembly (NA).Most deputies agreed on the necessity of enacting the law to improve the legal framework for Việt Nam’s involvement in UN peacekeeping missions.The discussions focused on several key aspects, including the scope of regulations, applicable subjects; the role and function of Việt Nam's&nbsp;peacekeeping forces; state management of peacekeeping participation; the authority, procedures for dispatching, adjusting, and extending service terms; as well as policies and entitlements for personnel engaged in UN peacekeeping activities.Regarding provisions on preferential treatment in training and human resource deployment, Lê Quang Đạo, a deputy of Phú&nbsp;Yên province, proposed that ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial People’s Committees will be assigned to offer favourable policies in training, job placement, recruitment, and selection of those who have completed peacekeeping missions. He also called for clearer regulations on commendations and insurance coverage for those injured, taken ill, or deceased in the line of duty.Gen. Nguyễn Tân Cương, Chief of the General Staff of the Việt Nam People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence, who is a deputy of Bình Dương province, highlighted that the draft law has incorporated provisions allowing for the participation of civilian personnel to diversify Việt Nam’s peacekeeping contributions. It also clearly defines the specific fields in which Việt Nam will engage within UN peacekeeping operations.He further clarified that in emergency situations directly threatening the lives or assets of Việt Nam’s peacekeeping forces, following standard reporting procedures could result in missed opportunities for response. Therefore, the drafting body has proposed that, in urgent and emergency cases, the ministry in charge will be granted the authority to order the immediate withdrawal of forces without delay.&nbsp;— VNS

Most deputies agreed on the necessity of enacting the law to improve the legal framework for Việt Nam’s involvement in UN peacekeeping missions.

NA deputies propose preferential policies for peacekeepers after completing missions

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/423971_5165544480278109_vna_potal_tong_bi_thu_to_lam_tham_va_lam_viec_tai_tinh_nghe_an_8033114.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Party General Secretary Tô Lâm meets with delegates of the Standing Committee of the Nghệ An Provincial Party Committee on Wednesday. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>NGHỆ AN — Party General Secretary Tô Lâm has called on Nghệ An Province to become a model of modern local development in the new era, marked by progressive governance, social innovation, technological capability and a spirit of human aspiration.He made the request during a working session with the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee on Wednesday, as part of his visit commemorating the 135th birth anniversary of President Hồ Chí Minh (May 19, 1890–2025). The occasion underscored a shared commitment to advancing the locality, as the birthplace of Hồ Chí Minh, into a new stage of growth.At the meeting, Provincial Party Secretary Nguyễn Đức Trung reported that from 2021 to 2024, the province recorded an average annual growth rate of 7.89 per cent, exceeding the 6.97 per cent of the 2016–2020 period.Its 2024 gross regional domestic product (GRDP) reached VNĐ216.9 trillion (US$8.36 billion), ranking 10th among 63 cities and provinces nationwide. Budget revenue reached VNĐ89.4 trillion ($3.44 billion), growing an average of 9.4 per cent annually, and is projected to hit VNĐ26 trillion (approxiamately $1 billion) this year, in line with party congress targets.Over the past three years, the province has consistently ranked among the top ten localities in foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction, with total registered capital exceeding $4.81 billion, 4.5 times the cumulative amount recorded before 2020. From early 2023 to May 10, 2025, the province supported the construction or renovation of 16,202 homes for the poor, achieving 76.5 per cent of its 2023–2025 target.Praising these accomplishments, General Secretary Lâm urged Nghệ An to identify and address development bottlenecks and strive to become a growth pole not only for the region, but for the entire country.He emphasised that while Nghệ An holds substantial potential from its workforce and natural assets to its strategic location and connectivity, these advantages will not materialise into power without bold thinking, decisive action and an ambitious vision."Only breakthrough thinking, determined action and great ambition can turn potential into real strength and elevate Nghệ An into a national growth engine," he said, encouraging the province to break away from old development inertia and embrace a modern growth model driven by technology and knowledge.Lâm also urged Nghệ An to seize its historical opportunity, with the Politburo's issuance of Resolution 39 and the granting of special mechanisms, to pioneer a modern development model for the central region in this new era.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/423972_5165544649057775_vna_potal_tong_bi_thu_to_lam_tham_me_viet_nam_anh_hung_o_nghe_an_8033616.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Party General Secretary Lâm visits and presents gifts to Heroic Vietnamese Mother Lê Thị Sáu. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>To meet its 2025 growth target of 10.5 per cent, the Party chief outlined five strategic orientations.First, he emphasised the need to ensure a stable, secure and favourable environment for development and for improving the quality of people's lif. He stressed that the Party must maintain its central leadership role in all key decisions. At the same time, national defence and border security must be firmly protected. He called for the development of a team of capable and politically steadfast officials, distinguished by integrity and a mindset of innovation.Second, he urged the province to move away from an extensive growth model and transition toward innovation-driven development that prioritises efficiency and high added value. This new growth model should be anchored in science, technology and human capital. He encouraged Nghệ An to establish satellite growth zones in its mountainous regions and gradually form communal cluster hubs, ensuring that every citizen is included in the journey forward.Third, he called for the province to develop its economy around four strategic pillars: the green economy, the digital economy, the marine economy and the knowledge economy. This includes promoting organic agriculture, clean industrial production, ecological urban development, circular economy models and high-quality service sectors.Fourth, he emphasised that the private sector should become one of the most important drivers of the local economy. To achieve this, Nghệ An must continue improving its investment and business climate, with the goal of joining the top ten provinces nationwide in the Provincial Competitiveness Index. He also advocated for building a robust ecosystem that supports private-sector innovation and entrepreneurship.Fifth, he underlined the importance of strengthening the Party itself and building a government that is clean, efficient and effective.Earlier the same day, Lâm and the delegation visited and presented gifts to Heroic Vietnamese Mother Lê Thị Sáu, born in 1923 and the mother of two fallen soldiers, at her home in Bến Thủy Ward, Vinh City. — VNS

Party General Secretary Tô Lâm urged Nghệ An to identify and address development bottlenecks and strive to become a growth pole not only for the region, but for the entire country.

Party chief urges Nghệ An to lead as a model of modern development

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/5/15/423979_5165546890640788_nlnt.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The National Assembly convenes on Thursday morning to discuss the amendment to the Law on Atomic Energy. — VNA/VNS Photo An Đăng</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — National Assembly (NA) deputies have proposed including ‘extended responsibilities’ for individuals and organisations generating radioactive waste, during their meeting on the draft amendment to the Law on Atomic Energy on Thursday.NA deputy Nguyễn Tâm Hùng from Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu Province said that radioactive waste sources must be held responsible even after the discharges were transferred to a third party. This measure is intended to prevent them from leaving the burden of environmental remediation to the State, especially important in cases where the business is dissolved, declares bankruptcy or intentionally avoids responsibilities.Regarding the responsibilities of facilities managing radioactive waste or used reactors, Hùng stressed the need for clear criteria in site selection, which should not only be based on technical standards but also take into account social impact assessments and community consent in affected areas.As part of the discussion, lawmakers also proposed adding preferential policies for people working in radioactive environments.HCM City deputy Nguyễn Tri Thức also said that safety principles in the atomic energy sector should be specified by the Government, rather than rigidly codified in the law. This is because these regulations are often subject to changes due to scientific advancements, he said.Thức added that the draft amendment should include provisions governing the sale and transport of radioactive substances.Meanwhile, NA deputy Thạch Phước Bình from Trà Vinh Province noted that while the draft provides a general direction on promoting the development and application of atomic energy for socio-economic growth, no clear priorities or specific policies are identified for each sector.Bình therefore recommended adding prioritisation for each sector using this type of energy.The State should design a development roadmap based on the level of application, complexity and risk for fields such as healthcare (imaging, cancer radiotherapy and radiopharmaceuticals), which have high demand and direct impacts on public health.Other industries to be considered include radiation sterilisation or radiographic inspection of welds, density and thickness measurements, which are commercially valuable and can improve product quality and productivity.Meanwhile, the education sector and the establishment of research centres play an important role in training a high-quality workforce and supporting the development of core technologies.Atomic power, as a long-term strategic energy goal, should be implemented gradually, ensuring adequate conditions in technology, human resources and legal infrastructure, he noted.Addressing the meeting, Minister of Science and Technology Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng said that this amendment to the atomic energy law is being drafted based on the country’s strategic energy needs.Globally, nuclear power currently accounts for 10 to 30 per cent of total electricity production. After a period of decline, many countries have resumed investing in this type of energy as part of their strategies to achieve high carbon neutrality targets.The minister said: “Việt Nam plans to master nuclear technology, gradually establish a nuclear industry and develop nuclear energy applications for civilian use, including domestic production of equipment and radiation monitoring.”In the first phase of its atomic energy development strategy, Việt Nam will prioritise domestic enterprises in developing equipment, applications and radiation monitoring capabilities.Safety oversight in nuclear energy applications will be centrally managed by the State to ensure compliance with international standards, particularly those of the International Atomic Energy Agency.The draft law includes a dedicated chapter on nuclear power plants and another on nuclear safety, which address full lifecycle security, the development of a nuclear safety and security culture, and the diversified social applications of nuclear energy, Hùng noted. The document also has dedicated sections for compensation for nuclear radiation damage, handling of nuclear radiation and mechanisms and principles for nuclear monitoring and inspection to ensure peaceful uses and compliance with international treaties.The minister also said that the draft promotes the development of nuclear applications for civilian purposes such as medicine, science and socio-economic development, while also encouraging private funding on nuclear-related research and technology development to ease the burden on the State. — VNS

The National Assembly (NA) has been discussing an amendment to the Law on Atomic Energy, which is expected to be adopted around mid-June.

Extended responsibilities should be included in handling radioactive waste: NA

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419977_5148370707670374_1.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Delegation from the Việt Nam People's Army at the Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow. — Photo from the People's Army Newspaper</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>MOSCOW — The delegation from the Việt Nam People's Army (VPA) has arrived at the Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow, Russia, late April 24 (Moscow time), to prepare for participation in the military parade on Red Square commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War (May 9).The Vietnamese contingent comprises 68 officers and soldiers from the Army Officer School No.1, selected for their exemplary discipline and physical standards. They will join military units from various countries in the parade next month.Major General Nguyễn Văn Thanh, Deputy Rector of the Army Officer School No. 1, stated that the delegation underwent rigorous training in Việt Nam to ensure synchronised and precise marching formations, reflecting the professionalism and strength of the VPA.​From Friday, the military personnel began familiarising themselves with their new environment, living conditions, and training routines. The current weather in Moscow is quite ideal for training, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius.Russia’s official invitation for Việt Nam to send a contingent to participate in the parade on Red Square, marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, not only reflects respect and recognition of Việt Nam’s role, but also serves as vivid evidence of the traditional friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly in the fields of defence and military-technical cooperation.Amidst ongoing complex developments in the global situation, Việt Nam’s decision to send a contingent to participate in the military parade on Red Square affirms its foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralism, and diversification. It also reflects Việt Nam’s sense of responsibility in contributing to the building and maintenance of a peaceful, stable, cooperative, and development-oriented environment. — VNS

From Friday, the military personnel began familiarising themselves with their new environment, living conditions, and training routines

Vietnamese soldiers arrive in Moscow for participation in Victory Day parade

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<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419983_5148432767153182_3.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>The ceremonial flag-off was held at the Malaysian Embassy in Hà Nội — VNS Photo Tiến Đạt</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — The ASEAN Unity Drive 2025 (AUD2025) officially commenced its Northern Route in Hà Nội on April 25, marking a major milestone in regional efforts to promote sustainable mobility, cross-border cooperation, and innovation in the automotive sector.The ceremonial flag-off was held at the Malaysian Embassy in Hà Nội, attended by ambassadors, ASEAN diplomats, and high-level representatives from both Malaysia and Việt Nam.The initiative, co-organised by the Malaysia Automotive, Robotics and IoT Institute (MARii) under Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), and the Embassy of Malaysia in Hà Nội, features a convoy of electric vehicles (EVs) travelling more than 9,000 kilometres across nine ASEAN countries. The journey aims to deepen regional integration through smart transportation solutions and policy harmonisation.Delivering the welcome remarks, Malaysian Ambassador to Việt Nam Dato’ Tan Yang Thai, underlined the symbolic and strategic importance of the AUD2025: “This event, centred on the theme of ‘Uniting Automotive Across Borders,’ is a powerful symbol of ASEAN's shared commitment to a greener, smarter, and more connected region.”“As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, we are immensely proud to lead this 9,000km convoy journey through nine ASEAN countries. The ASEAN Unity Drive 2025, which was flagged off by the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Malaysia on 20 March 2025, reflects Malaysia's vision for our Chairmanship: ‘Inclusivity and Sustainability’. It is a bold declaration of ASEAN's commitment to a greener, smarter, and more connected region, fostering regional unity, cultural exchange, and sustainable mobility.” he emphasised.Malaysian Ambassador to Việt Nam further highlighted the significance of cooperation between ASEAN members, stating: “Việt Nam, for instance, has emerged as a key player through VinFast, a homegrown success story showcasing how ASEAN can lead globally in electric mobility. This highlights an opportunity for ASEAN members to pursue complementary strategies within the EV sector.”&nbsp;<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/25/419984_5148433058166599_33.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Malaysian Ambassador to Việt Nam, Dato’ Tan Yang Thai — VNS Photo Tiến Đạt</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>The convoy includes six Proton e.MAS 7 and four Proton X Series vehicles and is set to travel from Hà Nội through Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand, before concluding at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025, the country’s largest mobility showcase to be held from May 9–15 at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS).Mr. Bakri Alias, Senior General Manager of MARii, also emphasised the purpose of the drive in his speech, noting: “ASEAN Unity Drive initiative is a manifestation of these goals aimed at strengthening cross-border collaboration and integration within the ASEAN automotive ecosystem. Through this convoy, we aim to build stronger networks, promote cleaner and smarter mobility solutions and encourage policy alignment across the region.”“Việt Nam marks a significant stop in our journey. Here, we engage with key local players to exchange insights and explore opportunities that support mutual growth within the automotive industry,” he added.The initiative aligns with Malaysia’s proposal of 18 Priority Economic Deliverables (PEDs) for its 2025 ASEAN Chairmanship, which include the ASEAN EV Policy and Guidelines. These efforts seek to catalyse regional EV development, harmonise infrastructure, and facilitate investment.By embracing innovation, enhancing cross-border cooperation, and investing in green technologies, the AUD2025 reflects ASEAN’s aspirations to become a competitive and sustainable hub for automotive growth. As the fifth-largest economic bloc in the world, ASEAN aims to strengthen its position in global supply chains and attract future-ready investments.The drive not only celebrates ASEAN’s 2025 vision of being politically cohesive, economically integrated, and socially responsible, but also coincides with Việt Nam’s landmark celebrations — the 50th anniversary of national reunification and the 30th anniversary of its accession to ASEAN — reinforcing the spirit of unity and shared progress in the region. — VNS

The ceremonial flag-off was held at the Malaysian Embassy in Hà Nội, attended by ambassadors, ASEAN diplomats, and high-level representatives from both Malaysia and Việt Nam.

ASEAN Unity Drive 2025 kicks off Northern Route in Hà Nội

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/26/419822_hq.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Ahn Byung Chan, a former reporter for the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Hankook Ilbo newspaper. — VNA/VNS Photo Trường Giang</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>SEOUL — As Việt Nam approaches April 30, the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, Ahn Byung Chan, a former reporter for the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Hankook Ilbo newspaper, well known for his reports from Southern Việt Nam before 1975, recalled memories of those days.Ahn was the last Korean journalist to leave Sài Gòn (now HCM City) on the early morning of April 30, 1975 on the flight that he believed the last one from the US Embassy's building rooftop on April 30.As a correspondent for one of the RoK’s largest newspapers, he was both the first to arrive in the South and the last to leave. Ahn said he spent about three years in Southern Việt Nam, so he could remember all streets in the city's downtown.He said reporting at that time was challenging. While some major newspapers provided teletypes, he had to go to the central telex office near Bến Thành Market to send news. Despite orders to leave Sài Gòn, his passion for journalism kept him there until the end. As April 30 approached, reports of the South Vietnamese military's defeat grew more frequent, and the city was placed under a strict curfew. Occasionally, there were a few gunshots and the sound of helicopters whirring, Ahn recalled.During this tense period, he wrote an article entitled, "Empty Room from Sài Gòn," expressing his feelings of isolation in his quiet office as the city faced its dramatic end. On April 28, he visited the Korean Embassy and captured images of the flag being lowered, marking the impending liberation.Ahn described the suffocating atmosphere in Sài Gòn amidst the oppressive April heat. The earlier wave of evacuations had diminished, leaving only the US Embassy as the last refuge. Helicopters landed on the embassy's building rooftop, and they added a landing zone on the lawn, prioritising American citizens and allied officials. As a reporter from the RoK, Ahn was among the third or fourth priority groups. On the chaotic morning of April 30, he managed to line up for evacuation. He recalled being among the last to board a helicopter, taking a final glimpse of Sài Gòn.When asked how he felt upon hearing of Sài Gòn's liberation just hours later, Ahn expressed gratitude for being present at such a historic moment.As he sailed to the Philippines after leaving Sài Gòn by air, he wished the Vietnamese people joy for their hard-won independence and reunification - a sentiment deeply cherished by him as a Korean.Ahn expressed his deep love for Sài Gòn, stating that even while sitting in the helicopter to leave the city, he was thinking about returning again soon. In 1989, after 14 years, he had a business trip to Việt Nam, during which he visited Hà Nội. The unforgettable memories of Sài Gòn compelled him to return to the city almost every year on April 30. This year, at the age of 88, he still wishes to visit HCM City on this date, marking half a century of a pivotal moment in Việt Nam's history.Each year, whenever he returns to Việt Nam, Ahn typically revisits the Continental Hotel, Bến Thành Market, Nguyễn Huệ Street, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Independence Palace.Ahn said that he took the reunification train across Việt Nam to experience what it means to be a united country. This made him reflect on the current situation of the RoK and further admire President Hồ Chí Minh. The Vietnamese people achieved something that no other nation in the world has done: ending a war and then re-establishing diplomatic relations with the US, a former adversary.Ahn noted that Việt Nam's spirit of goodwill and practicality has led to its increasing development, prosperity, and strength. The RoK has also been one of the countries with a close relationship with Việt Nam for over three decades. He pointed out that the RoK and Việt Nam shared a history and culture with many similarities, which might explain why the two countries had achieved impressive results over the past 30 years. As a former journalist and a person who loves Việt Nam, he always hopes for the continued development of the bilateral relations and for people-to-people exchanges to expand so that Koreans can better understand Việt Nam and appreciate the significance and value of unity and peace. — VNS

Ahn Byung Chan, a former reporter for the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Hankook Ilbo newspaper, recalled memories of these days 50 years ago.

Korean reporter remembers days before April 30,1975 victory

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/18/418390_5142227354768251_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>PM Phạm Minh Chính speaks at the Government’s second legislation meeting in Hà Nội on Friday. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI - Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính chaired the Government’s second legislation meeting in Hà Nội on Friday to collect input on five bills slated for approval at the National Assembly’s upcoming 9th session.The bills include the draft Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Planning, the revised draft Law on the State Budget, the draft Laws amending and supplementing articles of several laws, including the Law on Bidding, the Law on Public-Private Partnership Investment, the Law on Customs, the Law on Export and Import Taxes, the Law on Investment, the Law on Public Investment, the Law on Management and Use of Public Property; the draft Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Enterprises, and the draft Law amending and supplementing the Law on Credit Institutions.In his opening speech, PM Chính revealed the Government’s plan to submit 63 documents and reports to the 15th NA’s 9th session, including 37 draft laws and regulatory resolutions, all aimed at having a wide-ranging impact on society. Earlier this month, feedback was provided on six other draft laws and resolutions.He urged ministries, agencies, and localities to take a proactive and innovative approach to both law drafting and enforcement. He called for a break from conventional thinking, stressing the need to stay aligned with real-world developments and use modern methodologies to address practical issues flexibly and effectively.The spirit of lawmaking must be not only resolving longstanding issues but also anticipating and adapting to emerging challenges, he said, adding that a legal system must promote decentralisation and delegation of authority, accompanied by appropriate resource allocation and increased supervision and accountability.Reaffirming the principles of transparent governance, he stressed the need to eliminate the “ask–give” mechanism, accelerate digital transformation in public administration, and reduce unnecessary humanto-human interaction to curb corruption and administrative costs.Cabinet members were reminded of their responsibility to refine the legal system, particularly by addressing key contentious issues through consensus. VNS

The meeting in Hà Nội on Friday&nbsp;is to collect input on five bills slated for approval at the National Assembly’s upcoming 9th session.

Second government legislation meeting reviews draft bills

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/18/418394_5142230379598477_image.png" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>Artists at the event. VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI – A Việt Nam–Brunei friendship concert was held in Bandar Seri Begawan on April 4, aiming to promote friendship and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries.Jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Brunei and Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), the event also marked the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975–2025).Addressing the event, Vietnamese Ambassador Trần Anh Vũ highlighted the historical significance of the national reunification and sharing Việt Nam’s socio-economic achievements over the past five decades.He emphasised that Việt Nam is entering a new era of development for prosperity and deeper international integration, with a strong commitment to global peace, cooperation, and progress.The diplomat praised the growing Việt Nam–Brunei Comprehensive Partnership, noting that two-way trade surpassed US$650 million in 2024, more than double the figure in 2023.He also commended the success of the Vietnamese language programme at UBD, which has attracted hundreds of Bruneian students and become a key feature of bilateral educational and cultural cooperation.He acknowledged the active role of the Vietnamese community and businesses in promoting Việt Nam’s image in Brunei and expressed confidence in their continued contributions to future cooperation.UBD Deputy Vice-Chancellor Dr. Hazri bin Kifle stressed the importance of education and cultural-linguistic understanding in today’s multicultural world.He affirmed UBD’s commitment to the Vietnamese language programme, launched in 2022, as a means of enhancing cultural exchange and appreciation among Bruneian students. UBD has welcomed several high-level Vietnamese delegations, including Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính in February 2023, who met with students studying Vietnamese at the university.The concert featured high-quality performances by Vietnamese and Bruneian artists. Vietnamese violinist Trịnh Minh Hiền, pianist Mỹ Dung, and opera singer Nguyễn Khắc Hòa performed renowned pieces, receiving warm applause from the Bruneian audience. A joint performance of The Lasting Friendship by artists from both countries served as a musical tribute to the enduring Việt Nam–Brunei partnership.On the occassion, Việt Nam's Hải Dương Petroleum and Marine Corporation (HADUCO) announced its sponsorships for top Bruneian students learning Vietnamese to join exchange activities in Việt Nam, and donated to Pusat Ehsan, a local nonprofit aiding disadvantaged groups. VNS

Vietnamese Ambassador to Brunei Trần Anh Vũ praised the growing Việt Nam–Brunei Comprehensive Partnership, noting that two-way trade surpassed US$650 million in 2024, more than double the figure in 2023.

Việt Nam boosts cultural, educational ties with Brunei

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://image.vietnamnews.vn/uploadvnnews/Article/2025/4/17/418176_5141524959185487_kenya.jpg" alt=""></figure></td></tr><tr><td>State President Lương Cường (right) receives Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Defence Soipan Tuya on April 17. — VNA/VNS Photo</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam values and wishes to deepen the friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Kenya, State President Lương Cường said while receiving Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Defence Soipan Tuya in Hà Nội on Thursday.The President welcomed the Kenyan official who represents Kenyan President William Ruto to attend the 4th Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit in Hà Nội, saying that her presence at the event shows Kenya's strong commitment to development issues and contributes to the success of the summit.For her part, Tuya expressed her honour to be appointed as a special envoy by Kenyan President William Ruto to attend the P4G Summit, and took the opportunity to hand over a letter from the Kenyan President to President Cường praising the close relationship between the two countries and affirming that Việt Nam is an outstanding development model.Based on the political trust between Việt Nam and Kenya, President Cường proposed that both sides strive to realise huge potential in areas of mutual strength, particularly investment, trade, agriculture, and tourism.Regarding defence cooperation, he suggested the two countries' defence ministries explore collaboration in defence industry, logistics, military medicine, and share experience in participating in United Nations peacekeeping operations.On multilateral collaboration, the President asked Kenya to act as a bridge to support Việt Nam in strengthening relations with the African Union (AU) and regional organisations of which Kenya is a member. Both sides should enhance the voice of developing countries as well as coordinate support each other at multilateral forums.Tuya expressed her agreement with the host's proposals, saying that Kenya also wishes to serve as a gateway to promote bilateral trade as well as trade between Việt Nam and the East African region. In the short term, she proposed that the two countries soon expand cooperation in the fields of defence-security, food security, social housing development, and universal healthcare.On this occasion, President Cường invited Kenyan President William Ruto to visit Việt Nam and thanked for his Kenyan counterpart's invitation to visit Kenya.— VNA/VNS &nbsp;

Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Defence Soipan Tuya handed over a letter from the Kenyan President to President Lương Cường praising the close relationship between the two countries and affirming that Việt Nam is an outstanding development model.

Việt Nam wishes to deepen friendship, multifaceted cooperation with Kenya

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