14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM

New Zealand Prime Minister arrives in Vietnam, starting four-day visit

Minh Vu

Nov 14, 2022 / 04:03 PM

The visit will strengthen strategic partnerships between the two countries and promote multi-faceted cooperation, such as politics-diplomacy, defense-security, economy, investment, labor, education, technology, climate change, and digital transformation.

New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday arrived in Hanoi for a four-day visit to Vietnam, the country she called “an increasingly key and fast-growing market.”

Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) receives New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in Hanoi on Monday [Nov 14]. Photos: VNA

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's visit to Vietnam will last for four days.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City will be two destinations of the visit.

The two PMs at the welcoming ceremony held in Hanoi on Monday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern meets high-ranking officials of Vietnam.

PM Jacinda Ardern lays a wreath at the Ho Chi Minh mausoleum in Hanoi.

The two PMs head towards a joint meeting.

New Zealand assists Vietnam’s post-pandemic recovery

11 May, 20:03

The Government of New Zealand has presented nearly US$1.26 million from its Covid-19 response fund to support Vietnam’s recovery from the pandemic.

Vietnam, New Zealand discuss ways for US$2-billion trade target

16 Mar, 21:12

As Vietnam is projected to be one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia in the next few years, trade with New Zealand is estimated to increase further, mostly after the two countries elevated the relations to Strategic Partnership in 2020.

UK, New Zealand warships’ presence in the South China Sea: what is the stance of Vietnam?

07 Oct, 21:56

Hanoi raised its voice over the presence of the UK’s Carrier Strike Group along with a New Zealand frigate in the South China Sea (called East Sea by Vietnam).

Prime Minister sets February 9 deadline for Ho Chi Minh City Financial Center

Although Vietnam is a late entrant, the international financial center is expected to be successful and effective.

17 Jan, 09:13 PM

Fighting online scams becomes top ASEAN priority in digital age

The Hanoi Declaration marks a shift in ASEAN digital integration from infrastructure connectivity to connected intelligence, positioning AI as essential smart infrastructure rather than just a tool.

17 Jan, 12:10 PM

Vietnam breaks ground on first semiconductor chip plant in Hanoi

The facility will provide semiconductor products for high-value industries including aerospace, telecommunications, the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive manufacturing, medical devices and industrial automation.

16 Jan, 11:17 PM

Photo book collection captures Vietnam’s journey through renewal, identity and happiness

The book invites readers to discover Vietnam as a layered and living tapestry, shaped by ordinary moments that reveal quiet beauty, social harmony and human warmth.

16 Jan, 10:20 PM

Exhibitions trace Party history and President Ho Chi Minh's legacy

A series of exhibitions in Hanoi is bringing together rare documents, images and artefacts to trace the revolutionary path of Vietnam, honoring the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and the enduring legacy of President Ho Chi Minh.

16 Jan, 10:06 PM

Prime Minister sets vision for a humane ASEAN digital future

Vietnam is hosting a series of ASEAN digital cooperation meetings and activities from January 12 to 16, aimed at reviewing the implementation of ASEAN digital frameworks and shaping future priorities to build a safe, trusted, inclusive and resilient ASEAN digital space.

15 Jan, 10:52 PM

Vietnam resilience will drive nation to new successes: Deputy Prime Minister

The 13th Party Congress term began with unprecedented challenges that tested the resolve of the Party, the State and the people, yet it also created the conditions for Vietnam to move confidently into a new stage of development.

15 Jan, 04:56 PM

Net-zero emissions by 2050: Vietnam’s action-driven commitment

15 Jan, 10:34 AM