Vietnam expands diplomatic ties via regional cooperation and state visits

Vietnam is strengthening its diplomatic and regional ties through various bilateral and multilateral initiatives. The Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences and the Lao National Academy of Politics and Public Administration have agreed to increase cooperation in social sciences and political theory to support socio-economic development strategies.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam is scheduled to conduct state visits to Australia and New Zealand from August 9–14, aiming to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership with Australia. Additionally, To Lam has emphasized the implementation of the Vietnam–Thailand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for 2026–2031 and expressed hope for a future visit by the King and Queen of Thailand to Vietnam.

On the multilateral front, celebrations for the 59th anniversary of ASEAN highlighted the organization's ability to build consensus through