VOV.VN - The implementation of a two-tier local government model marks a bold and necessary move to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and performance of the state apparatus at all levels, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to China Pham Thanh Binh.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is committed to deepening its traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Croatia, viewing the country as an important partner in the Balkan region.

Party General Secretary To Lam hosted a reception in Hanoi on June 26 for newly appointed Australian Ambassador Gillian Bird, during which he expressed his belief that the diplomat, with her extensive experience and deep understanding of the region, would make significant contributions to advancing the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

State President Luong Cuong hosted separate receptions in Hanoi on June 26 for the outgoing Canadian and Iranian ambassadors to Vietnam.

Vietnam will continue to coordinate closely with and make positive contributions to the initiatives and collective work of the Group of 77 (G77) developing nations, said Ambassador Do Hung Viet, head of the Vietnamese Permanent Mission to the UN.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam on June 23 hosted a reception for Logan K. Howlett, Mayor of the City of Cockburn, Western Australia, during which the latter expressed his desire to promote collaboration with the Southeast Asian country.

A friendly golf tournament named “Vietnam Ambassador’s Cup” was held in Brabant Wallonia province, Belgium on June 22 to raise funds for Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin victims in Hoi An city, Vietnam’s Quang Nam province.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s third consecutive participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in China underscores Vietnam’s deep respect for the host country and its commitment to further advancing the comprehensive, stable, and substantive development of Vietnam - China relations.

VOV.VN - Ambassador Do Hung Viet presented his credentials to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on 20 June, officially beginning his tenure as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to the United Nations.

VOV.VN - A Vietnamese space introducing the country’s vibrant and distinctive culture, land and people attracted crowds of students and visitors at the 2025 International Student Festival, held at Santa Maria University (USM) in Caracas, Venezuela, on June 18.