Viet Nam and the US signed two limited-scope project agreements (LSPAs) in Ha Noi on September 23 to advance efforts to address the post-war chemical and Agent Orange/dioxin contamination in Viet Nam.

Viet Nam wishes to further advance cooperation with the US on the basis of the legitimate interests of both sides, contributing to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang said.

Since the normalisation of diplomatic relations in July 1995, Viet Nam-US relations have developed across a wide range of areas. In July 2013, the two countries agreed to establish a comprehensive partnership, and they later upgraded their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development in September 2023.

Da Nang authorities on September 15 held a ceremony to hand over the name sign and guardhouse of the former US Marine Corps Camp Reasoner to the US side, demonstrating goodwill and humanitarianism and contributing to enhancing Viet Nam-US relations.

Chairman of the Quang Tri provincial People’s Committee Le Hong Vinh received US Ambassador to Viet Nam Jennifer Wicks on August 25 during her working trip to the central province.

The Gulf is once again in turmoil after relations between the neighbouring countries of Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were escalated to a new level of tension.

After a series of warnings about adjusting its "security umbrella", the US has officially begun reviewing its military presence in Europe. This move not only reflects Washington's changing strategic priorities but also marks the beginning of a new phase for the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), with the US and Europe shifting towards a more genuine partnership with fairer sharing of responsibilities.

The strike group consists of the flagship aircraft carrier USS George Washington, the guided-missile cruiser USS Robert Smalls (CG 62) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86).

Although the European Union (EU) has responded relatively cautiously to the latest US tariffs, trade relations across the Atlantic continue to confront significant headwinds.

Viet Nam and the US have discussed measures to deepen bilateral economic and trade cooperation, with a focus on building a stable, predictable and mutually beneficial trade framework, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Against the backdrop of mounting challenges to transatlantic security ties, the NATO Summit, taking place in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7 and 8, is expected to enable the US and its allies to mend existing divisions and reinforce the strength of the world’s largest military alliance.

The Quang Tri provincial People's Committee and the US Embassy in Viet Nam on July 3 held the closing ceremony for the Pacific Partnership – Pacific Friendship 2026 (PP-PF26) programme, wrapping up a series of large-scale humanitarian, healthcare and disaster response preparedness activities between Viet Nam and the US.

The northern mountainous province of Son La’s Arabica coffee, already exported to the US, Australia and New Zealand, is expanding its global reach by targeting high-value markets with strict sustainability and anti-deforestation standards.

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan has held a working session with US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to discuss economic, trade and investment cooperation between the two countries.

Spokeswoman of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on May 22 expressed Viet Nam’s reaction to the indictment issued by the US Department of Justice against Cuban General Raúl Castro.

Viet Nam called on the US to provide an objective and balanced assessment of Viet Nam’s efforts and achievements in intellectual property (IP) protection, said Spokesperson of Viet Nam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on May 1.

The remains were recovered during a recent joint Viet Nam–US excavation in central Hue city. On April 27, Vietnamese and US forensic specialists conducted a preliminary examination, indicating the remains may be linked to a missing US serviceman. They will be sent to a forensic laboratory in Hawaii for further analysis and identification.

The US Senate has passed a budget bill to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Border Patrol for the next three years. Clearing this significant legislative hurdle has brought relief to the US administration amid sustained pressure from the Democratic Party.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) is facing a range of challenges stemming from differing approaches among its members in dealing with several international “hotspots”. A recent statement by US President Donald Trump on the possibility of the US withdrawing from the alliance has further exposed internal rifts within the organisation.

Viet Nam welcomes and supports Cuba and the US engaging in dialogue to seek solutions to differences in their bilateral relations, based on respect for independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and fundamental principles of international law.