Vietnam is playing an increasingly important role on the international stage and has emerged as one of the growth drivers of Southeast Asia, Slovak Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Juraj Blanar said at a recent ceremony in Bratislava marking the 81st National Day of Vietnam.

VOV.VN - On September 2, at Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, alongside Vietnam’s military, police, and civilian contingents, the parade celebrating the 80th National Day of Vietnam featured foreign troops from Russia, China, Laos, and Cambodia, creating a unique and impressive international presence.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Cambodian People’s Party President and Senate President Hun Sen in Hanoi on September 2 during the latter’s visit to Vietnam for its 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.