Taking a stroll down memory lane, Mai Hai Lam, a Vietnamese in Poland, said “pho” transcends being a mere dish to part of the national identity. He recalled his old mornings beside a steaming bowl of “pho”, with the fragrant broth conjuring an entire childhood.
The conference featured more than 20 in-depth presentations from Vietnamese scientists, entrepreneurs, and scholars residing in Europe. A notable highlight was the participants’ consensus and enthusiasm to contribute, particularly in line with the Politburo’s recently issued Resolution 57, which calls for mobilising the global Vietnamese intellectual network to help build a strong and prosperous nation by 2045.
As a honorary guest at the event for the first time, Vietnam presented a unique cultural and art performance programme, bringing overseas Vietnamese closer to their homeland. Each note stirred memories of vast rice fields, winding rivers, ancient village temples, and sweet lullabies.
Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his gratitude to the European Union (EU) and the President of the European Council himself for their warm congratulations on the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975–2025).
The Party chief underlined that the EU remains a top partner in Vietnam’s foreign policy and noted with satisfaction the dynamic and comprehensive growth of the bilateral ties across all areas since the establishment of diplomatic relations 35 years ago (1990–2025).
Building upon the results of the EU JULE project’s Phase 1 (2018–2024), the EU’s support in the next phase will help address challenges in strengthening the effectiveness and efficiency of Vietnam's legal and judicial institutions, said Chief Justice of the Supreme People's Court of Vietnam Le Minh Tri.
Kaja Kallas, Vice President of the European Commission (EC) and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union (EU) affirmed that Vietnam is one of the EU's key partners in Asia-Pacific and expressed a strong wish to elevate the relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership in the near future.
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha affirmed that Vietnam has always placed great importance on and is committed to further strengthening its relationship with the EU and enhancing cooperation with the EIB.
Vietnam officially became the 107th country to join the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Exchange of Country-by-Country Reports (CbC MCAA), meaning the EU will not apply any tax or non-tax defensive measures against the Southeast Asian nation.
The VPA/FLEGT aims to promote the trade of timber products sourced from sustainably managed forests and harvested in line with the laws of the producing country.
The European Union (EU)'s investment in Vietnam now tops 30.4 billion USD, ranking as the sixth largest foreign investor in Vietnam. Two-way trade hit 68.5 billion USD last year.
To succeed in exports via official channels, Vietnamese businesses need to identify target markets, research standards and regulations, and assess their own capabilities to develop effective strategies.
A seminar was held in Brussels on January 19 to gather contributions from Vietnamese intellectuals in Belgium and Luxembourg to enhance Vietnam-EU cooperation in science, technology, and innovation.
President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on January 20 announced the resumption of negotiations for an ambitious, modern, and balanced EU – Malaysia free trade agreement (FTA).
The unions of Vietnamese Associations and of Vietnamese Women's Associations in Europe on January 15 announced the launch of a project on preserving and promoting the homeland’s culture in Europe and its associated online competition on the Lunar New Year festival (Tet) – Vietnam’s biggest annual traditional celebration.
Indonesia has pushed back the deadline for its trade pact with the European Union (EU), with Jakarta eyeing to complete the negotiations in the first half of 2025.
Standing Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu hosted a delegation from the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs and French Ambassadors in Asia led by Benoit Guidée, Director General of the ministry's Asia-Pacific Department in Hanoi on December 16.
Indonesia's Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming plans to establish an European Union (EU) desk to enhance trade cooperation with the bloc, said Minister Rosan Roeslani, who is also head of the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).
A conference on green transformation in agricultural and food production for EU market expansion convened on November 13 to explore Vietnam’s potential in environmentally friendly production, with experts proposing strategic measures to support sustainable, EU-compliant exports.
The EU Green Diplomacy Week 2024 opened in Jakarta on October 27 under the theme of “EU – ASEAN Green Transition for Sustainable Planet and More Positive Impact Action”.
Vietnam and the EU have reviewed bilateral cooperation within the framework of their Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) at the fifth meeting of their Joint Committee held recently in Hanoi.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang and Director General for Asia and the Pacific at the European External Action Service (EEAS) Niclas Kvarnström co-chaired the fifth meeting of the Vietnam-EU Joint Committee within the framework of the EU-Vietnam Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) in Hanoi on October 22.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son met with Vice-President of the European Commission (EC) Margaritis Schinas in Ho Chi Minh City on October 21 on the sidelines of the ongoing Green Economy Forum & Exhibition (GEFE).
