The community of more than 6.5 million overseas Vietnamese in over 130 countries and territories is not only an important strategic resource but also “cultural ambassadors” bringing Viet Nam’s identity, intellect, and aspirations to the world. The key new directions set out in Resolution No. 23-NQ/TW on work relating to overseas Vietnamese, call for a renewed approach and mechanisms to mobilise the resources of overseas Vietnamese and turn them into tangible contributions to the country.