The article stressed that throughout his revolutionary career, the founder of modern Vietnam consistently regarded the revolutionary press as a vital part of the Vietnamese Party’s and nation’s revolutionary struggle.
Vietnam’s history has repeatedly proven that in moments of hardship or opportunity, it is the unwavering patriotism, self-reliance, and indomitable spirit of its people that determine the nation's destiny.
Vietnam is an important component in terms of politics, diplomacy, security, economy, culture, and society, making ASEAN stronger, more self-resilient, and more dynamic, according to ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn.
Now, the country is at a critical turning point, with the potential to achieve its vision of becoming a powerful, prosperous, civilised, and happy nation.
The Lao government has approved a feasibility study for an expressway running from the capital Vientiane through the provinces of Xaysomboun, Xiengkhouang, and Houaphanh, to the Namsoi border gate bordering Vietnam
Talking about Vietnam’s role within the bloc, the PM noted that he maintains regular contact with Vietnamese leaders to exchange views on ASEAN-related issues, including the US’s new tariff policy and the situation in Myanmar.
Vietnam and Malaysia, two rapidly developing nations with active roles in ASEAN, have substantial potential for enhanced cooperation in four strategic sectors, according to Professor Datuk Awang Azman Awang Pawi of the University of Malaya.
“Uncle Ho,” as he is affectionately known, embodied the tenacity and strategic vision necessary to challenge the colonial rule and build an independent nation, the message noted.
The piece dedicated significant space to analysing Ho Chi Minh’s military thinking, underscoring core principles such as “relying on the people” and “people’s war,” while also delving into his diplomatic acumen that contributed to Vietnam’s historic victories.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro called President Ho Chi Minh the master of masters and a beacon guiding peoples in fighting for self-determination.
April 30, 1975 stands as a testament to the Vietnamese people's indomitable spirit, embodying the culmination of a prolonged struggle fueled by patriotism, countless sacrifices, and the unwavering unity of the nation.
Phat Tich pagoda in Vientiane, Laos held a ceremony on May 12 morning to celebrate Lord Buddha’s 2569th birthday, drawing monks, nuns, and members of the Vietnamese community in Laos.
A photo exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the ASEAN–New Zealand Dialogue Partnership officially opened on May 8 at the ASEAN Secretariat headquarters in Jakarta, Indonesia.
General Sao Sokha emphasised that during the war, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia needed mutual support to gain independence, and in peacetime, they must continue to work together to maintain peace and achieve sustainable development.
The programme, entitled “Vietnam – Asia’s Economic Engine in 2025”, hailed Vietnam’s rise as the region’s second largest economy and its path toward a record-breaking export in 2025. This success, it noted, not only reinforces its geopolitical standing but also compels Western nations to take greater notice of the governance model led by the Communist Party of Vietnam.
The state visits by Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are expected to further strengthen relations between Vietnam and the Central Asian countries, according to international media.
Reporting from Vietnam on the recent occasion of its 50th anniversary of national reunification, Abdoun portrayed the Southeast Asian nation as a magical tropical land, where traditional heritage blends seamlessly with modern growth.
The article, entitled "La era del ascenso del pueblo vietnamita" (The era of Vietnam’s rise), highlighted the transformative influence of the August Revolution in 1945, which ushered in a new chapter in Vietnamese history with the people taking charge of their destiny for the first time.
The article cited Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam’s speech delivered at the event, as saying: “With the policy of closing the past, respecting differences, looking towards the future, our entire Party, people and army together strive to build a peaceful, unified, happy, prosperous and developed Vietnam.”
Dramatic changes have taken place in Vietnam since economic reforms were enacted in 1986. The country’s economic development through the ‘Doi Moi’ (Renewal) received praise from the world and showed that the country entered a period of integration, a turning point of growth after 1986.
The April 30, 1975 victory was noted as a defining moment that ended decades of struggle against foreign aggression and oppression. The reunification of Vietnam not only reshaped the geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia but also inspired anti-colonial movements worldwide. However, the article acknowledged the immense cost of war: millions of lives lost, widespread destruction from chemical defoliants like Agent Orange, and an economy fractured by decades of conflict.
Major outlets provided detailed reports on the visit, with particular emphasis on the two PMs’ shared commitment to upholding the international order and promoting a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based trading system.
Thai Binh Global (wholly Vietnamese-owned) and Suchel TBV joint venture have been awarded the title of national pioneer unit by the Cuban national industrial federation (SNTI) in recognition of their outstanding contributions to production, trade union activities and social responsibility.
The priority areas include arts and culture, health, youth and sports, artificial intelligence (AI), digitalisation and green jobs, and climate action.
