SINGAPORE — Under the central theme “ASEAN’s Future in a Fractured World,” the ASEAN Business Conference 2026 officially convened in Singapore, recognized as one of the region’s most significant multilateral trade and investment promotion events of the year. Hosted by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), this year’s conference attracted over 1,000 delegates from more than 20 countries and economies, with a focus on transforming regional economic integration, supply chain resilience, and cross-border expansion into tangible growth.

VGP - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Tuesday calls for diversifying oil import sources in a bid to ensure national energy security in the face of tensions caused by the military conflict in the Middle East.

VGP - Vietnamese embassies in the Middle East have issued urgent advisory notices for Vietnamese nationals amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Within the framework of a field study program designed to serve foreign affairs work and promote the local image, I had the privilege of joining a delegation from the Department of External Relations of Đồng Nai Province and the Department of External Relations of Ho Chi Minh City to visit and experience Bu Gia Map National Park—one of Vietnam’s 35 national parks. The trip not only provided memorable experiences regarding the pristine nature and biodiversity of the area but also gave us a deeper understanding of the potential for developing sustainable eco-tourism linked with forest conservation and the preservation of indigenous cultural identity.

VGP - Viet Nam was named among the world’s 10 most attractive countries for retirees for the first time, according to the 2026 ranking released by France-based information platform Retraite sans Frontières (Retirement Without Borders).

In the warm atmosphere of the days approaching the traditional Binh Ngo Lunar New Year 2026, on the afternoon of February 2, Dong Nai province solemnly received a High-level Delegation from six provinces of the Kingdom of Cambodia (Kratie, Tboung Khmum, Mondulkiri, Kampong Thom, Kampong Cham, and Stung Treng) to visit and offer New Year greetings. This event serves not only as an annual diplomatic protocol but also as a testament to the firm friendship between Dong Nai and neighboring localities in the new development phase.

VGP - The upcoming State visit to Laos by General Secretary To Lam is expected to shape a new landscape for cooperation between Viet Nam and Laos in the new period, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Cuong said.

VGP - Under the glorious flag of the Party, we will move forward with confidence, resolutely implementing the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress and striving to successfully build a peaceful, independent, democratic, prosperous, civilised and happy Viet Nam, firmly advancing along the path towards socialism.

- Welcoming the Jordanian Speaker, NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed that the visit took place shortly after the official visit to Vietnam by King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein, reflecting Jordan’s strong determination to promoting friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Vietnam, including parliamentary collaboration.

VGP - Below is the full Joint Statement on upgrading relations between Viet Nam and the European Union to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership issued on occasion of President of the European Council António Costa's visit to Viet Nam from January 28-29.

DONG NAI, VIETNAM – Amid complex developments regarding illegal entry, unauthorized residence, foreign labor management, and unlawful solicitation activities, Dong Nai province has proactively launched a synchronized legal dissemination campaign. This initiative aims to enhance legal awareness and compliance among citizens, workers, and the business community, particularly within local industrial parks.

- Trung briefed participants on the outcomes of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, underscoring Vietnam’s consistent policy of strategic autonomy, self-reliance and self-strengthening, inclusive and sustainable development, innovation, digital transformation and green transition, in alignment with the ASEAN Vision 2045.

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man expressed his hope for stronger parliamentary cooperation between the Vietnamese legislative body and the European Parliament, as well as with the legislatures of EU member states.

VGP - Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith and his spouse will pay a state visit to Viet Nam from January 26-27.

- Leaders of countries and international organisations have sent their congratulatory messages and letters to To Lam on his re-election as General Secretary of the 14th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV).

- General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam To Lam has highlighted the success of the 14th National Party Congress, saying it represents a powerful convergence of the will, aspirations, and determination of the entire Party, the entire people, and the entire army, crystallising the nation’s intellect and desire to rise. In an article written on this occasion, the Party chief recalled President Ho Chi Minh’s call to action, “Forward! Total victory will be ours!” and emphasised that today the late President’s appeal still surges with momentum, “spurring us to strengthen our resolve, overcome poverty and backwardness, and build a prosperous and happy country.” Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam respectfully introduces a translation of the article.To LamGeneral Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam

VGP - Fitch Ratings has upgraded Viet Nam’s credit rating on senior secured long-term debt instruments from BB+ to BBB-, placing these instruments in investment-grade territory. The rating is now one notch above Viet Nam’s current BB+ rating for unsecured foreign-currency long-term debt.

(VNA) - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said the 14th Congress holds special historical significance, marking a major turning point in the country’s development, as it not only reviews and assesses the achievements of 40 years of Doi moi (Renewal), but also defines goals, vision, and major policy decisions to lead Vietnam into a new era of development.

VGP - Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son signed Decision No.155/QD-TTg approving the action program on the implementation of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Strategic Plan in Viet Nam for the 2026–2035 period.

VGP - At the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son attended the signing ceremony of the Board of Peace for Gaza on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos on February 22, 2026.