Over the past three decades, Vietnam and the US have transitioned from former adversaries to strategic partners thanks to the efforts of governments and individuals in both countries, stated Brian Eyler, a senior fellow and Director of the Southeast Asia Programme at the the US’s Stimson Centre.

VOV.VN - After nearly four decades of pursuing the Doi Moi (Renewal) process, Vietnam’s private economic sector has grown into a key engine of growth, but institutional hurdles, an uneven business environment, and short-term thinking continue to hinder its breakthrough potential.

VOV.VN - The National Election Council held its first meeting in Hanoi on July 9 to discuss preparations for the election of deputies to the National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term, slated for March 15, 2026.

VOV.VN - The Standing Committee of the National Assembly is scheduled to hold its 47th session in Hanoi on July 10 to examine preparations for the year-end sitting of the legislature.

VOV.VN - The capital city of Hanoi aims to achieve a gross regional domestic product (GRDP) growth rate of 8% or higher this year, while effectively operating its two-tier government model, said the municipal People’s Committee.

Authorities in An Giang province are accelerating efforts to finalise UNESCO nomination dossier for Oc Eo-Ba The archaeological site located in Oc Eo commune.

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son separately met with Lao, Cambodian and Thai foreign ministers on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 58) and Post Ministerial Conferences in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 8.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City is set to host a Vietnam - Cambodia business networking conference on July 15 to support businesses of the two countries in seeking partnerships and expanding export markets.

The United Nations Human Rights Committee (HRC) gathered in Geneva, Switzerland, on July 7-8 to review Vietnam’s fourth periodic report on the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).

Despite ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, trade between Vietnam and Israel continued to grow strongly in the first half of 2025, with Israeli firms actively seeking alternative suppliers, including from Vietnam.