Vietnam to remain active player in shaping ASEAN’s future: minister

Vietnam to remain active player in shaping ASEAN’s future: minister

Vietnam will continue to serve as a positive factor in helping shape major strategic shifts and the future development of ASEAN, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung has affirmed.

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ASEAN media urged to uphold trust, embrace AI responsibly

While artificial intelligence (AI), changing audience behavior, and digital platforms are reshaping the media landscape, journalism's core value lies in its credibility, rigorous fact-checking and ability to earn public trust.

ASEAN stresses rules-based maritime cooperation to enhance regional resilience


The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) should strengthen rules-based maritime cooperation to safeguard regional stability, secure supply chains and address emerging security challenges, speakers said at a panel discussion, as part of the 10th ASEAN Media Forum in Manila, the Philippines, on July 30.

Vietnam's 31-year ASEAN journey: From newcomer to rule shaper


Vietnam’s accession to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 1995 was a "strategic decision" for both the country and the bloc’s then six members, laying the foundation for a more united Southeast Asia, former Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Vinh has said.

ASEAN Regional Forum adopts Manila Plan of Action for 2026–2036


The 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) convened on July 23 as part of the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-59) and Related Meetings in the Philippines, formally adopting the Manila Plan of Action for 2026–2036, which will serve as the guiding framework for the ARF's activities over the coming decade.
Get-together celebrates 59th founding anniversary of ASEAN

The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organizations (HUFO) on August 7 held a gathering to celebrate the 59th founding anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) (August 8, 1967 – 2026), highlighting friendship and solidarity among the people of ASEAN member states.

Vietnam’s reform experience helps Laos push for independent economy: official


Politburo member and President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics Doan Minh Huan paid courtesy calls to Party General Secretary and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone in Vientiane on August 6 as part of his working trip from August 4 to 6.

Vietnamese, Thai PMs exchange congratulatory letters on 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties


Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on August 6 sent a letter of congratulations to his Thai counterpart Anutin Charnvirakul on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Thailand (August 6, 1976-2026).

PM hosts outgoing Malaysian Ambassador


Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 6 for outgoing Malaysian Ambassador Tan Yang Thai, saying that he expects Tan to keep contributing to bilateral ties in his next role.
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