During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang emphasised that Vietnam calls on all relevant parties to exercise restraint, refrain from further escalation, and resolve disputes through peaceful means
In case of emergency, they can contact the Vietnamese Embassy in Israel at +972-55-502-5616, +972-52-727-4248, and +972-50-878-3373; the Vietnamese Embassy in Iran at +989339658252 and +98912057570; or MOFA’s citizen protection hotline at +84 981848484.
The High-level People's Court in Hanoi held an appeal hearing to review the appeals of 11 defendants involved in the second phase of the "repatriation flight" case during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Participants pointed out shortcomings and discussed lessons learned as Vietnam is preparing for upcoming major multilateral events, including the signing ceremony of the UN Convention on Countering the Use of ICTs for Criminal Purposes in October 2025 and APEC 2027.
State President Luong Cuong's talks with the top leader of Laos, Party General Secretary To Lam's receptions for the ambassadors of the EU and the Philippines, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' regular press conference are among news highlights on April 24 evening.
Vietnam will continue to coordinate and engage in discussions with the US in a constructive and cooperative spirit to find practical solutions that contribute to the stable and sustainable development of bilateral economic relations, ensuring the interests of businesses and people in both countries
The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOVA) under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will organise a lineup of activities for overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in the second quarter of this year, aiming to connect them with the homeland.
Vietnam is committed to lifelong learning through concrete policies promoting quality, equitable, and sustainable education. As part of this commitment, Vietnam has eliminated public school tuition fees starting in the 2025-2026 academic year and continues to invest in improving education quality to secure human resources for the country's new development phase.
Myanmar authorities have temporarily detained several Vietnamese nationals for immigration violations following crackdowns on online scam operations in an area near the Thai border.
Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang described the recent progress in bilateral relations as an important prerequisite for deepening the two countries' cooperation across all fields.
Vietnam has been actively adopting various measures to draw foreign tourists, improve the quality of its tourism sector, and facilitate the entry and stay of foreign nationals.
Vietnam supports the international community's mediation efforts aimed at finding lasting peaceful solutions to conflicts, ensuring the involvement of all relevant parties in accordance with international law and the United Nations Charter.
The incident occurred in the early hours of February 9, at an area approximately 20 nautical miles east of Goemun, Yeosu city, the RoK's Jeollanam province.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang hosted the ministry’s annual meeting with foreign diplomatic representative bodies and press agencies’ bureaus in Vietnam on January 16.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a working session with ambassadors and staff of the Embassies of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar in Hanoi on December 24 to accelerate the realisation of high-level agreements between Vietnam and the three countries.
