Vietnam–China crossings see spike in ASEAN fresh produce
Since the start of the summer harvest season, China's two major border gates with Vietnam, Youyi Guan in Pingxiang and Beilun 2 Bridge in Dongxing, have entered their peak period for handling imports of fresh agricultural and seafood products from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
RoK, Thailand dismantle major drug production network
The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) and Thai authorities have dismantled a large-scale drug production network, seizing nearly 50 tonnes of drug-manufacturing chemicals in and around Bangkok, the NIS announced on June 10.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 reflects Vietnam’s growing strategic leadership: Malaysian scholar
With the theme “Shaping Our Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred,” the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026 is not merely a multilateral gathering but also a clear demonstration of Vietnam’s growing strategic leadership and international responsibility.
Thailand presses ahead with Land Bridge mega-project to boost regional logistics
The Thai government is moving ahead with the Land Bridge project, one of the country's largest infrastructure mega-projects, to enhance Thailand's logistics capabilities, strengthen connectivity between the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, and position the country as a key link in global trade routes.
Vietnam shows off homegrown humanoid robots in Austria
The Vietnamese Embassy in Austria hosted the “Vietnam Robotics Technology Day” on June 5, drawing VinRobotics alongside diplomats, representatives of international organisations, experts, tech enterprises, investors, and members of the Vietnamese community.
Vietnam shares vision, preparations for APEC 2027
Vietnam has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum and shared its vision and preparations for hosting APEC 2027, highlighting the need to strengthen regional cooperation amid profound changes in the global and regional economic landscape.
ASEAN, US foster bonds, look towards 50th anniversary of ties
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang, who is also Head of the Vietnamese ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) delegation, co-chaired the 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting of the Mekong - US Partnership (MUSP) and attended the 38th ASEAN–US Dialogue (AUSD 38) in Jakarta, Indonesia, from June 2-3.
ILO report highlights gaps in maternity benefits across ASEAN
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has recently released a report indicating that while many member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have expanded maternity protection in recent years, significant gaps remain in coverage and adequacy, particularly for women in informal employment and migrant workers.
International media spotlight Vietnamese leader’s message on Asia-Pacific’s role
International media outlets have continued to spotlight the keynote address delivered by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, underscoring his message that the Asia-Pacific should not only be a region where global challenges converge, but must also become where solutions emerge for peace, stability and sustainable development.
Middle East conflict may dampen ASEAN+3 growth: AMRO
Economic growth across the ASEAN+3 region is expected to slow to about 4% in 2026 and 2027 as escalating geopolitical tensions, energy disruptions, and global trade uncertainty weigh on the outlook, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).
Vietnam – Singapore relationship among ASEAN’s most progressive partnerships: scholar
The Vietnam – Singapore relationship is regarded as one of the most progressive relations in Southeast Asia, Dr. Mohamed Effendy B Abdul Hamid, senior lecturer in Southeast Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS), has said in a recent interview with Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s correspondents in Singapore.
OVs in Thailand, Singapore, Philippines act as friendship bridges: official
The overseas Vietnamese (OV) communities in Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines are playing a growing bridging role in fostering friendship and cooperation between their host countries and the homeland, according to Chairman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Nguyen Trung Kien in a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA).
Vietnam attends First International Security Forum in Moscow
A high-ranking delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security, led by its Minister General Luong Tam Quang, has engaged in a series of important activities and signed several cooperation agreements with Russian partners on the sidelines of the First International Security Forum in Moscow.
