The French Ambassador says that France has closely monitored the bidding process for upcoming metro lines in Hanoi and HCM City, while expressing particular interest in railway development projects in Vietnam, including the high-speed railway.

The second Vietnam–Cambodia Border Defence Friendship Exchange, set to take place on November 13–14, reflects growing bilateral defence cooperation and the shared commitment to peaceful, stable, and prosperous border development.

At ABAC III in Hai Phong, President Luong Cuong highlighted the importance of public-private cooperation and business-led solutions for regional sustainability.

President Luong Cuong received Cho Hyun-sang, Chair of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) 2025 and Vice Chairman of the Republic of Korea’s Hyosung Group, along with ABAC members representing the 21 APEC economies on July 15.

The first deputy ministerial-level political consultation between Vietnam and the Netherlands was held in The Hague, the Netherlands on July 11.

The Vietnam People’s Navy and the Philippine Navy successfully held their eighth friendship exchange on Song Tu Dong island on July 12.

A delegation from the Ministry of National Defence led by Deputy Minister Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien on July 14 inspected key locations for second Vietnam-Cambodia Border Defence Friendship Exchange in November.

Over the past decade, trade and investment relations between Vietnam and the UK have made remarkable strides.

UN commends Vietnam peacekeeper for applying digital solutions in policing operations.

This stride was made possible by a shared commitment to building bridges of friendship rooted in trust, strategic vision, and strong public support of both sides.

A delegation from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, led by Deputy Minister Ho An Phong, attended the Global Civilisation Dialogue Ministerial Meeting, which opened in Beijing, China on July 10.

The Presidential Office held a press conference on July 11 to announce the President’s Order promulgating nine laws recently passed by the 15th National Assembly (NA).

Three decades since the normalisation of bilateral ties, thanks to tireless efforts from both nations, Vietnam and the US have built mutual trust, becoming friends and comprehensive strategic partners across all sectors.

The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) organised a gathering on July 11 to mark the Bastille Day of France (July 14, 1789 - 2025).

Vietnam and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to advancing new initiatives and deepening practical, sustainable trade relations at the fifth meeting of the Vietnam-Pakistan Joint Subcommittee on Trade in Hanoi on July 11.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the normalisation of diplomatic relations between the US and Vietnam (1995-2025), US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 11 wrote a post on X social network to acknowledge this important milestone.

With trust and mutual respect, Vietnam and the US are writing a new chapter of long-term cooperation, for the benefit of the people of the two countries and for peace and prosperity in the region and the world.

Son and Rubio expressed their delight that their meeting coincides with the 30th anniversary of Vietnam-US diplomatic ties (July 12).

The private sector's engagement has played a vital role in advancing the normalisation of Vietnam – US relations over the past three decades, Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung has affirmed.

A ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Vietnam - Côte d'Ivoire diplomatic ties (October 6, 1975 - 2025) was held in Abidjan city on July 11 night (local time).