The annual meeting of the defence ministers of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia took place in the Lao capital of Vientiane on October 15.

Vietnam’s re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term with the highest vote count in the Asia-Pacific group underscores global confidence in the country’s policies and its 80-year journey of independence and 40 years of reforms, particularly in ensuring human rights.

VOV.VN - The UNESCO Executive Board has unanimously endorsed Vietnam’s initiative proposing that the United Nations consider proclaiming an “International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development,” with a proposed timeframe of 2027–2036.

VOV.VN - The Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary, Kover Laszlo, will make an official visit to Vietnam from October 18-22.

VOV.VN - Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha received Italian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Della Seta and leaders from the Fincantieri Group on October 15 in Hanoi to discuss investment cooperation opportunities in high-tech shipbuilding in Vietnam.

VOV.VN - The achievements of Vietnam’s Doi Moi (Renewal) process have propelled the country’s economy to sustained high growth, expanded global integration, and elevated it to the upper-middle-income group, Vietnamese Ambassador to Argentina Ngo Minh Nguyet said at an ASEAN seminar held at Belgrano University (UBE) in Buenos Aires on October 14.

State President Luong Cuong held a working session with relevant agencies on October 15 to look into preparations for the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), scheduled to take place in Hanoi on October 25–26.

VOV.VN - Both sides have agreed to coordinate closely in implementing projects to construct, restore and renovate Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Monuments in Cambodia, reflecting their mutual intention to preserve and nurture longstanding solidarity and cooperation.

The security industry is a potential area of cooperation that could become a new pillar in bilateral relations between Vietnam and Türkiye, Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang said during his meeting with Haluk Görgün, President of the Turkish Defence Industry Agency, in Hanoi on October 14.

Vietnam has fulfilled its duties as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2023–2025 term, demonstrating its capability, prestige, and strong sense of responsibility.

Vietnam’s re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term, with 180 votes, the highest among Asia-Pacific candidates competing for seats in this body, affirms the country’s rising international position and reputation, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang.

The United Nations General Assembly on October 14 (New York time) elected members of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, in which Vietnam was re-elected with 180 votes in favour, the highest in the Asia-Pacific group.

VOV.VN - Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son is leading a Vietnamese delegation to attend the Russian Energy Week 2025 Forum, taking place in Moscow from October 15 to 17.

VOV.VN - The UK considers Vietnam an important partner in the Asia-Pacific and looks to strengthen comprehensive cooperation across diplomacy, security, trade, finance, education, energy transition, and sustainable development.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Laos have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on strengthening defence cooperation in training, exercises, and human resource development, aiming to concretise key areas of cooperation in the coming time.

Vietnam has voiced its commitment to promoting women’s empowerment and strengthening international cooperation to enhance women’s role in economic life, especially by connecting women working in science, innovation, and business to help them become pioneers in emerging fields.

VOV.VN - Vietnam welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, viewing it as a positive step toward ending the ongoing cycle of violence and minimising civilian casualties.

The Vietnamese delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang, on October 13 conducted a range of diplomatic activities within the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son presided over a meeting of the steering board for the Opening for Signature of the UN Convention against Cybercrime and related events in Vietnam on October 13.

The northern province of Quang Ninh is ready to establish a sisterhood relationship with Cuban localities to foster development cooperation and mutual support, Secretary of the provincial Party Committee Vu Dai Thang said during a reception for Cuban Ambassador to Vietnam Rogelio Polanco Fuentes on October 13.

General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA), and Deputy Minister of National Defence, hosted Australia's Chief of Air Force (CAF) Air Marshal Stephen Chappell in Hanoi on October 13, during which the two sides agreed to further promote defence cooperation in the time to come.

VOV.VN - Addressing the 2025 Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, China, on October 13, a Vietnamese official highlighted the country’s achievements and putting forward concrete proposals to promote gender equality and empower women in the context of rapid global changes.

VOV.VN - Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang hosted a welcome ceremony and held talks with Haluk Görgün, President of the Turkish Defence Industry Agency, in Hanoi on October 13.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Peacekeeping Department under the Ministry of National Defence coordinated with the New Zealand Embassy in Vietnam on October 13 in Hanoi to hold a session exchanging experience on psychological support for troops participating in United Nations peacekeeping operations.

State President Luong Cuong on October 12 sent a message of congratulations to King Felipe VI on the occasion of the National Day of Spain.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son held meetings with President of the Belgian House of Representatives Peter De Roover and European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Sikela on October 10 to deepen cooperation across key sectors.

The state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and attendance at the 80th founding anniversary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) from October 9-11 by Party General Secretary To Lam and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation was a success, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu.

Vietnam’s hosting of the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) in Hanoi on October 25–26 demonstrates the country’s commitment to promoting the rule of law in cyberspace and its contribution to global efforts to address emerging challenges in international affairs.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam has paid a state visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) where he also attended a grand ceremony marking 80 years of the Workers’ Party of Korea.

Party General Secretary To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation witnessed the signing of several cooperation documents between Vietnam and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) in Pyongyang on October 10.