A long-running lawsuit over the use of Agent Orange/dioxin during the war in Vietnam is set to enter a decisive stage, as France’s top court prepares to review the case filed by Tran To Nga, a victim of the toxic chemical, against major US chemical firms.

A memorial stele dedicated to victims of Agent Orange/dioxin was inaugurated at Choisy Park in Paris, France on April 25, marking the first monument of its kind in France and Europe and underscoring growing international support for justice for victims of the toxic defoliant.

Representatives of the International Committee and national committees for the Vietnam Friendship Village signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on March 31, agreeing on a range of key areas of cooperation aimed at improving care, rehabilitation and support for victims of Agent Orange/dioxin during the 2026–2027 period.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Belgium are moving forward with a new step in cooperation to settle the consequences of war, as a project to treat dioxin-contaminated soil has been approved.

VOV.VN - Half a century after the Vietnam War, the lingering effects of Agent Orange/dioxin still devastate lives and the environment. Vietnam has received strong support from the international community, including Belgium, a responsible and sincere partner in its recovery efforts.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and the US on September 15 held a ceremony at Bien Hoa Airport in northern Dong Nai province to hand over six hectares of detoxified land, launch the construction of a dioxin treatment plan, and sign an agreement on additional ODA funding to support projects improving the quality of life for people with disabilities in priority provinces.

The Japan – Vietnam Friendship Association organised the 14th Vietnam Dioxin Day in Tokyo on August 11, in response to the Day for Vietnamese Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin Victims (August 10).

VOV.VN - More than 5,000 people took part in a walk at Dam Sen Cultural Park in Ho Chi Minh City on August 10 in support of Agent Orange/dioxin victims as part of activities to mark Day for the Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin in Vietnam (August 10).

Former Vietnamese Honorary Consul to Belgium Joseph-Michel de Grand Ry has reaffirmed the commitment of many Belgian individuals and organisations and himself to supporting Vietnam in overcoming the devastating legacies of war, in an interview with the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the Day for Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin Victims (August 10).

An art programme took place in Hanoi on August 5 in response to the Day for Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin Victims (August 10), calling for continued support for the vulnerable community.