As Viet Nam targets economic growth of at least 10% in 2026, fiscal policy is expected to shift from a traditional budget-balancing role to a more proactive driver of growth, with spending efficiency emerging as the decisive factor.

The Viet Nam space was opened at the Foire de Paris on May 4 by the Viet Nam Cultural Centre in France, marking the country’s continued presence at one of Europe’s most prominent trade and cultural events.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Central Committee and State President To Lam's decision to choose India as one of his first overseas destinations following the 14th National Party Congress underscores Viet Nam's continued view of India as a priority partner in its foreign policy, said Professor Reena Marwah of India.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae held talks in Ha Noi on May 2 following an official welcome ceremony.

Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Viet Nam’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, has expressed deep sympathy over the challenges Cuba is facing, saying Viet Nam has been providing practical support in agriculture and energy to help ease difficulties for the Cuban people.

The Vietnamese community in Germany is strengthening connectivity and integration efforts, highlighted by a working session held on April 29 at the Dong Xuan Centre in Germany.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung has highlighted key milestones in the 50-year journey of Viet Nam–Thailand diplomatic relations in a recent interview with the Viet Nam News Agency (VNA).

Poldi Sosa Schmidt, Chairwoman of the Argentina-Viet Nam Culture Institute (ICAV), has hailed Viet Nam’s remarkable development achievements over the past decades, while believing that growing people-to-people exchanges and stronger cooperation will further strengthen ties between Viet Nam and Argentina.

Viet Nam and Laos are strengthening defence cooperation, marked by the inauguration and handover of the headquarters of the Lao Border Guard Command at a ceremony held in Vientiane on April 23.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung on April 23 attended the Viet Nam – RoK Economic Forum in Ha Noi, where both called for advancing bilateral cooperation in industry, investment and science-technology.

First Lady of the Republic of Korea Kim Hea Kyung attended the Korea Culture and Tourism Festival 2026 with a wide range of vibrant activities in Ha Noi on April 23, as part of President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit to Viet Nam.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man welcomed the signing of important cooperation documents during President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung's ongoing state visit to Viet Nam, affirming that the Vietnamese legislature will support and oversee the implementation.

Viet Nam and China have demonstrated a high level of political trust and shared a strong desire to elevate bilateral ties, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said on April 23.

A delegation of the Ha Noi Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee, and Fatherland Front Committee on April 22 laid wreaths at the monument to Vladimir Ilyich Lenin at Chi Lang Park on Dien Bien Phu street, Ba Dinh ward, on the occasion of his 156th birth anniversary (April 22, 1870–2026).

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Viet Nam and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) have agreed to expand cooperation for the 2025–2030 period, with a focus on green transformation and enhancement of global competitiveness.

The Vietnamese leader acknowledged and highly valued Tezolmez’s active contributions to the friendship and cooperation between Viet Nam and Türkiye, particularly in Istanbul - an important economic, commercial, and international exchange hub.

Viet Nam called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, refrain from actions that could escalate tensions, and avoid the threat or use of force. Disputes must be resolved through peaceful means based on international law and the UN Charter.

On parliamentary cooperation, the top Vietnamese legislator called for increased the exchange of high-level delegations and closer collaboration between the two legislatures, including sharing legislative experience and strengthening ties between their respective committees.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga met with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives of the Vietnamese community in Italy at noon on April 14 (local time) as part of his official visit to Italy.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Central Committee and State President To Lam visited the Xiong'an New Area in Hebei province on April 14, shortly after arriving in Beijing International Airport for his four-day state visit to China.