Vietnam and France agreed to strengthen cooperation in defence and security, including peacekeeping, disaster relief, science-technology, energy, and transportation.

The House of Representatives of the Philippines on July 22 elected Alan Peter Cayetano as the 22nd Speaker of the House.

President of the Senate of the Republic of Haiti Youri Latortue and his spouse will pay an official visit to Vietnam from June 17-22.

The Italian Senate supports the early ratification of the free trade agreement (FTA) between Italy and Vietnam, Senate President Pietro Grasso told Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnamese NA Tong Thi Phong.

Vietnam and the Czech Republic have vowed to boost comprehensive cooperation and facilitate partnerships in business, education and tourism as well as culture exchanges.

A recent Vietnam visit by a Belgian delegation, led by Senate President Christine Defraigne, has helped deepen ties between the two nations and people.