The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam is expected to mark a turning point and serve as a launch pad for Vietnam’s path towards becoming a middle-ranking power, according to Dr. Ruvislei González Saez, a senior researcher at the Cuban Centre for International Policy Research (CIPI).

Secretary-General of the Communist Party of Switzerland (CPS) Massimiliano Ay expected the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) to consolidate its position on the international stage, noting that the Party’s experience is rich and deserves wider recognition from the West.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) is not only a major political and social event for Vietnam, but also a clear demonstration that the Vietnamese people, under the leadership of the CPV, are determining for themselves the nation’s destiny and development priorities.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang on January 19 received non-resident foreign ambassadors who are in Vietnam to attend the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV).

VOV.VN - As the Communist Party of Vietnam is holding its 14th congress, diplomats and scholars in Laos and Cambodia have voiced strong expectations that the event will open a new development phase for Vietnam while generating positive momentum for regional cooperation based on peace, stability and sustainable growth.

VOV.VN - The opening day of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) has drawn extensive coverage from international media, with major news agencies highlighting the significance of the event, its agenda and expectations for Vietnam’s future development.

Vietnam’s increasingly active, responsible and reputable role in multilateral mechanisms has been widely acknowledged by international organisations.

Vietnam has a stable political system, and that is one of the major strengths of this Southeast Asian nation, said Andrew Goledzinowski, former Australian Ambassador to Vietnam from 2022 to 2024, in an interview with a Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in Australia.

VOV.VN - According to Dr. Anatoly Sokolov, a researcher at the Russian Academy of Sciences, Vietnam in recent years, particularly since the second half of 2024, has demonstrated clear and tangible transformations in both development thinking and practical action under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam.

The Agreement under the UNCLOS on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (or High Seas Treaty), which took effect on January 17, opens up unprecedented opportunities for Vietnam to advance sustainable growth of its marine economy.

Vietnamese and Chinese leaders have exchanged congratulatory messages to mark the 76th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations (January 18, 1950 - 2026), reaffirming their commitment to deepening bilateral ties.

VOV.VN - On January 17, at Abu Sitta Presidential Palace in Tripoli, Vietnam’s Ambassador to Egypt and concurrently to the State of Libya Nguyen Nam Duong presented his credentials from State President Luong Cuong to Chairman of Libya’s Presidential Council Muhammad Al-Menfi, formally assuming his role as non-resident

VOV.VN - As the 2026-2030 period begins, Vietnam faces a critical question: how to translate political achievements into concrete, sustainable economic and diplomatic value with real international impact.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and concurrently accredited to Guatemala Nguyen Van Hai formally presented his Letters of Credence from State President Luong Cuong to Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo on January 16 (local time), reaffirming Vietnam’s desire to further promote its traditional friendship with the Central American country.

Vietnam has recorded significant achievements over years, particularly in industrialisation, economic growth and social welfare, bringing tangible benefits to its people, Venezuelan Ambassador to Vietnam Juan Carlos Fernández Juárez has said.

VOV.VN - The Hanoi People’s Committee on January 16 presented the title of Honorary Citizen of the Capital to Saadi Salama, Ambassador of the State of Palestine and head of the foreign diplomatic corps in Vietnam.

Alternate Member of the Party Central Committee, Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu has written an article ahead of the 14th National Party Congress, affirming that diplomacy has laid a solid foundation for Vietnam’s entry into a new era of development.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam is drawing particular attention from the business community of the Republic of Korea (RoK), which views Vietnam as a reliable, flexible yet principled partner amid an increasingly complex global environment.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on January 15 sent messages of congratulations to Lord Fatafehi Fakafanua and Lord Vaea on their respective elections as Prime Minister and Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of the Kingdom of Tonga.

Vietnam has taken a leading role in rallying stakeholders behind ASEAN’s priorities and initiatives, particularly in advancing the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2030, sustaining cooperation momentum and sharpening the focus on implementation, said ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn.

Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang on January 15 held talks with Singapore’s Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo, who is in Hanoi to attend the 6th ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting (ADGMIN).

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang on January 15 hosted a reception for Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko, during which they discussed a number of bilateral cooperation issues.

VOV.VN - The upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) has drawn close attention from the international community, with foreign diplomats and international organisations expressing confidence in the country’s development orientation for the next phase.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 15 called for stronger economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia, including faster infrastructure connectivity and expanded border trade, during a meeting with outgoing Cambodian Ambassador Chea Kimtha.

Former Venezuelan Ambassador to Vietnam Jorge Rondón Uzcátegui has voiced his confidence that the 14th National Party Congress will sketch out a solid foundation for Vietnam to achieve its socio-economic goals through 2030 and shape its long-term vision toward 2045.

Vietnam has recorded outstanding achievements across all fields, from socio-economic development to culture, over the past five years since the 13th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, demonstrating the soundness and relevance of the Doi moi (Renewal) policy.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 15 met Eduard Stiphout, Senior Vice President of Dutch semiconductor giant ASML, calling on the company to expand cooperation in training, research and supply-chain development as Vietnam accelerates its push into the global semiconductor industry.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has called on Japan to share its experience in information technology governance and the development of policy frameworks to support the country’s digital transformation, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on January 15.

Daniel Paul Leaf, Honorary Consul for Vietnam in Hawaii, has described the upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) as a pivotal moment for defining the country’s strategic vision, setting socio-economic goals and shaping the long-term roadmap for national development.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said Vietnam remains committed to being a proactive, active and responsible member of ASEAN’s digital cooperation, calling for more comprehensive cooperation built on transparency, trust and mutual respect to help shape a resilient and prosperous ASEAN Digital Community.