NA Chairman backs Can Tho’s dynamic future after merger
Can Tho is set to merge with Hau Giang and Soc Trang provinces, forming a vibrant economic hub spanning 6,400 sq.km and serving over 4 million residents.
Construction of North-South high-speed railway to start in 2026: PM
Regarding the North-South high-speed railway, Prime Minister Chinh reiterated that under Resolution No. 106/NQ-CP, the Government has approved the overall implementation plan, ensuring construction starts no later than December 2026.
Seminar highlights 65 years of Vietnam-Cuba unwavering brotherhood
Vietnam and Cuba have supported and helped each other during the most difficult times while sharing joy at each other's victories and successes as if they were their own.
☕ Afternoon briefing on April 26
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnam – Japan partnership more vital than ever: scholar
Vietnam – Japan cooperation could serve as a model for smaller countries striving for sustainable development without overreliance on external factors, a Japanese professor has said.
Vietnam, Japan to solidify comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, prosperity
Economic cooperation will be a central focus of the Japanese PM's coming visit, with both sides aiming to improve the investment environment, strengthen supply chain resilience, and expand market access.
Public security ministries of Vietnam, Laos strengthen all-round cooperation
The two sides agreed to enhance ties in combating drug crime, high-tech crime, and illegal immigration; intensify efforts against organised crime networks; and conduct peak crime crackdowns along the Vietnam – Laos border, helping maintain security and order in both countries.
Grand parade marking 50th reunification anniversary undergoes preliminary state-level rehearsal
The preliminary state-level rehearsal featured 25 military and militia formations, 17 police formations, 12 formations of mass organisations, along with the marching of military forces from China, Laos and Cambodia.
☀️ Morning digest on April 26
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.
Vietnamese, Lao defence ministries beef up ties
Both sides hailed defence cooperation as a cornerstone of bilateral relations, noting its growing diversity, enhanced mechanisms, and improved quality in areas such as human resource training, defence capability building, and industry development.
Exhibition in Vientiane celebrates Vietnam–Laos friendship
Organised by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on the sidelines of the Vietnam–Laos Friendship Exchange programme themed “Vietnam – Laos, our two countries, the love is deeper than the Red River – Mekong River,” the event was attended by President Luong Cuong and Lao Party General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith.
Vietnamese State leader concludes state visit to Laos
This is also a meaningful visit, and an opportunity for the two Parties and two countries to review the tradition of close ties and the "unique" loyal relationship between Vietnam and Laos.
State President visits Vietnamese embassy in Laos
State President Luong Cuong and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam visited the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos on April 25 within the framework of his state visit to Laos.
Overseas Vietnamese scholar sees Vietnam as model for sustainable growth
As Vietnam moves toward a new era of national rise, the lessons drawn from the country’s historic journey toward reunification remain deeply relevant in navigating the challenges of digital transformation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
State President reaffirms close bilateral ties during meeting with Lao PM
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone agreed to further foster political trust through the continued exchange of high-level visits, bilateral cooperation mechanisms across various sectors and the effective implementation of high-level agreements.
☕ Afternoon briefing on April 25
President Luong Cuong's activities as part of his state visit to Laos, the 4th Vietnam – Belarus political consultation, and the WB's new growth forecast for Vietnam this year are among news highlights on April 25.
Vietnam a very important partner for Japan: lawmaker
After thorough consideration, Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru decided to choose Vietnam as his first destination, as the Southeast Asian is a very important partner of Japan.
NA Standing Committee looks into draft law on amendments to 7 laws
The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee gave opinions on the draft law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the laws on bidding, public-private partnership (PPP), customs, export and import taxes, investment, public investment, and management and use of public assets, at its 44th session on April 25.
State President meets with representatives of Vietnamese community, businesses in Laos
President Cuong affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State always consider OVs, including those in Laos, as an inseparable part of the great national unity bloc, an important national resource, and a contributor to the cooperation and friendship between Vietnam and other countries.
Vietnam-Laos relations vital to revolutionary cause in each country: State leader
Vietnam always appreciates the valuable contributions of the former Lao leaders to the special Vietnam-Laos relationship and hopes that with their prestige and extensive experience, they will continue to support and contribute ideas to further strengthening and deepening the cooperative relationship between the two Parties and countries.
