Comrade Khamtay Siphandone – A key contributor to Vietnam-Laos special solidarity (2025)

Top Chinese leader pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh

General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping and the high-ranking delegation of the Chinese Party and State laid wreaths and paid respects to President Ho Chi Minh, a national liberation hero, an outstanding man of culture, a genius leader of the Party and people of Vietnam, a steadfast revolutionary soldier and a close friend of the peoples of the world.

Korean firms encouraged to invest more in Vietnam’s energy sector

The NA Vice Chairwoman praised KEPCO’s ongoing contributions to Vietnam’s energy landscape and encouraged the company to continue its role as a major investor, supporting the country’s technological advancement and energy development.

Chinese scholars highlight significance of Vietnamese Party chief’s article on bilateral ties

Prof. Pan Jine, senior researcher at the Academy of Marxism of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, told the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s resident reporter in Beijing that the article carries multiple layers of significance, stating this was the first time both Vietnam and China simultaneously published articles by their top leaders when visiting each other’s country.

Developing relations with China remains top priority in Vietnam’s foreign policy: Party official

Tu emphasised that Xi’s visit to Vietnam, along with General Secretary of the CPV Central Committee To Lam’s visit to China in August 2024, will continue to create a crucial motivation and a fresh breakthrough to further deepen relations between the two Parties and the two countries in the new era of development.

Vietnam, Ethiopia forge stronger cooperation

The ongoing visit to Vietnam by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali is expected to reinvigorate bilateral ties and unlock new opportunities for cooperation between Vietnam and Ethiopia, a key player in the Horn of Africa.

Ecuador sees Vietnam’s April 30 victory as contemporary epic: Ecuador’s Party member

Vietnam's April 30 remains one of the most memorable days for national liberation and anti-colonialism movements globally, marking a crucial milestone in human history while concluding the longest war of the 20th century.

Huge potential remains for Vietnam-Greece collaboration: Ambassador

Vietnam and Greece have maintained bilateral cooperation in various fields such as education and training, healthcare, economy and trade, sports, culture, archaeology, labour, and maritime affairs, with various agreements signed so far.

Truong Son trail - Ho Chi Minh trail: A legendary pathway to national reunification and progress

During the resistance war against the US, a strategic route played a significant role in the Great 1975 Spring Victory, which liberated the South and reunified the country. That legendary route was Truong Son Trail – also known as Ho Chi Minh Trail, a symbol of Vietnam’s unwavering determination, extraordinary courage, and remarkable ingenuity.

☀️ Morning digest on April 15

The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.

Vietnamese leaders extend New Year wishes to Laos, Cambodia

Vietnamese leaders have sent letters of congratulations and bouquets to the Lao and Cambodian sides on the occasion of the traditional Bun Pi May festival in Laos and the Chol Chhnam Thmey festival in Cambodia.

Grand banquet held in honour of top Chinese leader

The host announced that both sides had held highly successful talks and reached broad consensus on key directions and measures to further strengthen Vietnam-China relations, paving the way for a more substantive relationship in a new era of prosperity and development for both nations.

NA Chairman meets with China’s top leader in Hanoi

During the meeting, Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man stressed that Vietnam and China are close neighbours, bound by a longstanding traditional friendship that has been nurtured over generations by the leaders and people of both nations.

Vietnamese Prime Minister meets China’s top leader

PM Chinh expressed appreciation for Xi’s four visits to Vietnam in his capacity as Party General Secretary and President of China, believing that this historic milestone will provide strategic direction and fresh impetus to further foster ties between the two Parties and countries.

Top leaders of Vietnam, China hold talks in Hanoi

The two leaders engaged in in-depth discussions on the situation of each Party and country, the relations between the two Parties and the two countries, as well as regional and international issues of mutual concern.

Vietnamese, Chinese youth urged to foster bilateral traditional friendship

Do Van Chien, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF), praised the outcomes of the ongoing 24th Vietnam-China youth friendship meeting in Vietnam and affirmed that, in his current capacity, he would do his utmost to support bilateral youth cooperation.

Ethiopian PM begins official visit to Vietnam

This is the first official visit to Vietnam by a high-ranking Ethiopian leader since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1976. It is also the first high-level delegation exchange between Vietnam and Ethiopia in seven years.

PM urges swift, efficient reorganisation of local administrative units

Also on April 14, the PM approved the Government’s restructuring plan. He urged ministries and agencies to proactively address emerging challenges, proposing solutions to higher authorities when needed.

Vietnam–China Youth Forum underscores role of young people in upholding ideals

The forum also focused on the role and responsibilities of Vietnamese and Chinese youth in steadfastly upholding and creatively applying the path of national independence associated with socialism in the present context.

Official welcome ceremony held for top Chinese leader in Hanoi

The top Chinese leader’s state visit is a significant political and diplomatic event for both Parties and countries, carrying strategic importance and long-term impact on the development of the bilateral relations, especially as both nations are entering a new era of development.

Vietnam is a priority in China's foreign policy: Chinese scholar

Choosing Vietnam as the destination for his first overseas trip in the year underscores the importance China places on its relationship with the neighbouring country, said Professor Pan Jin’e, a senior fellow at the Academy of Marxism under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, in an interview with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s correspondents in Beijing.

Comrade Khamtay Siphandone – A key contributor to Vietnam-Laos special solidarity (2025)

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