Vietnam, Belgium seek to deepen bilateral cooperation
Trung highlighted the positive development of Vietnam-Belgium relations over the past more than five decades since the establishment of diplomatic ties, particularly following the state visit to Vietnam by the Belgian King and Queen in April 2025. He affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to friendship and cooperation with Belgium, an important partner in Europe.
☕ Afternoon briefing on October 22
A meeting between Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and EC Vice-President and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas, the UK Royal Navy’s patrol vessel HMS Spey visiting Ho Chi Minh City, and shrimp exports reaching 3.7 billion USD in the first nine months are among news highlights on October 22.
UK Royal Navy’s patrol vessel pays second visit to Ho Chi Minh City
It is the ship’s first call at the city since 2023. Officers and crew will take part in cultural exchanges with local schools and a charity, and in professional exchanges with the Vietnam People’s Navy.
Vietnam–Denmark ties gain fresh momentum with comprehensive strategic partnership
The two sides agreed to expand cooperation in economics, trade, investment, science and technology, innovation, energy transition, the green economy, the marine economy, education and training, and people-to-people exchanges.
India vows to be Vietnam’s steadfast friend, trusted partner
Noting the alignment between Vietnam’s 2045 vision and India’s 2047 development goal, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju said both countries share aspirations for a prosperous future.
Vietnam fosters comprehensive cooperation with Uruguay
Senator Sebastian Da Silva, Chair of the Senate Committee on International Affairs, affirmed that the Uruguay–Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group will work to promote inter-parliamentary cooperation and contribute to consolidating solidarity, friendship, and multifaceted ties between the two countries.
Law revisions expected to unlock land resources for socio-economic development
The draft amended Land Law aims to fully and promptly institutionalise the Party's views and guidelines set forth in Resolution No. 21-NQ/TW regarding perspectives and directions for revising this law and related legislation.
Vietnam, EU strengthen coordination in implementing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Both sides agreed to maintain exchanges of delegations, regular contacts and consultations at all levels, make effective use of existing cooperation mechanisms.
☀️ Morning digest on October 22
General Secretary and President To Lam's meeting with representatives of the Vietnamese community in Europe, Vietnam announcing four priority topics for the APEC Finance Ministers’ Process 2027, and a gold medal in swimming at the 5th Asian Para Games are among news highlights on October 21 evening.
Vietnam-Singapore digital ID link: A test for ASEAN interoperability
This high-tech initiative marks an important step towards simplifying administrative procedures and immigration formalities, while promoting digital cooperation within ASEAN.
CPV, Workers’ Party of Belgium share strong historical, inspirational ties
The Belgian people had shown solidarity with the Vietnamese people during their struggle for national liberation and continued to do so after Vietnam gained independence and embarked on the path of socialist construction.
General Secretary and President To Lam meets with staff of Vietnamese agencies in Belgium, Vietnamese community in Europe
General Secretary and President Lam affirmed that the Vietnamese community abroad has remained closely connected with the country's development throughout its various stages. They have worked hard to build increasingly stable and prosperous lives and integrate into their host societies while preserving their Vietnamese identity.
Standing member of CPV Secretariat receives Lao youth delegation
Appreciating the outcomes of cooperation between the two countries’ youth organisations, he suggested both sides continue translating high-level agreements into concrete actions, increase delegation exchanges and strengthen coordination at all levels to make youth cooperation more substantive, in-depth and effective.
Top Vietnamese leader begins official visits to EU, Belgium
The visits are expected to consolidate political trust, deepen relations with the two partners and translate existing high-level commitments into concrete, practical actions, laying the groundwork for a new and higher stage of development in Vietnam's relations with the EU and Belgium.
Vietnam, US step up cooperation in identifying fallen soldiers’ remains
As Vietnam implements the “500-day campaign to intensify the search, recovery and identification of fallen soldiers’ remains”, Gau expressed hope that US support would be translated into practical activities aligned with Vietnam’s needs and priorities, helping strengthen the long-term capacity of Vietnamese specialised agencies.
Vietnamese, international women foster friendship through cultural exchange
The programme titled “Women – Beauty and Friendship” in Ho Chi Minh City honours women’s contributions and strengthen ties between Vietnamese and international friends.
Top Vietnamese leader concludes state visit to Denmark
The leaders agreed to adopt a Joint Statement on the establishment of the Vietnam-Denmark Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations and creating a new political framework and fresh momentum for deeper, more substantive cooperation for the long-term benefit of the two peoples, as well as for peace, stability, cooperation, and sustainable development in their respective regions and the wider world.
Top Vietnamese leader visits Lynetteholm artificial peninsula project in Denmark
The General Secretary and President said that the experience of Lynetteholm showed that a climate change adaptation project could be designed to simultaneously create new development space, enhance coastal landscapes, generate ecological value and deliver socio-economic benefits.
☕ Afternoon briefing on October 21
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
16th National Assembly’s second session: Lawmakers seek transparent organ allocation criteria
Deputy Tran Thi Nhi Ha from Hanoi called for clear statutory criteria for transplant priority, including medical urgency, compatibility, expected outcomes and waiting time, without discrimination based on economic circumstances, ethnicity, religion, gender or residence.