| Japanese Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi laid a wreath at the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi, Vietnam on September 11 during his ongoing three-day visit to the country. Vietnam is seen as an important partner for Japan to uphold the Free and Open Indo-Pacific. Photo: Japan's Ministry of Defense |
The relations have been forged towards peace, stability, development and prosperity in Asia and the Indo-Pacific region as a whole.
The two countries see China’s escalating influence and military activity in the region as a security threat.
Japan is the 10th country rejecting China’s maritime claims in the South China Sea (called East Sea by Vietnam) following Malaysia’s initial role with a Note Verbale submitted in December 2019.
As Vietnam approaches a decisive political moment, French businesses are closely assessing policy signals to align investment strategies and deepen long-term cooperation with one of Asia’s most dynamic economies.
19 Jan, 09:53 PM
Vietnam pledges optimal conditions for foreign journalists reporting on the 14th National Party Congress, highlighting reform achievements and media support.
19 Jan, 09:50 PM![[Photos] Memorable moments from 14th Party Congress preparatory session](https://cdn-media.hanoitimes.vn/resources2025/1/users/60/2-1768801218.jpg?w=480&h=320&q=100)
The preparatory session of the 14th National Party Congress took place on the morning of January 19, attended by key leaders of the Party and State and more than 1,500 delegates.
19 Jan, 03:01 PM
The 14th National Party Congress is being held in Hanoi from January 19 to 25, 2026 under the motto “Solidarity, Democracy, Discipline, Breakthrough and Development,” with 1,586 delegates representing more than 5.6 million Party members nationwide.
19 Jan, 09:31 AM
The Gaza Board of Peace is a necessary step to implement the Gaza Peace Plan endorsed by the UN Security Council under Resolution 2803, adopted on November 17, 2025.
18 Jan, 11:24 PM
Vietnamese music now sits at a crossroads where AI can create viral songs in days, but the industry must face a deeper reality: while technology accelerates distribution, it cannot automate meaning. In today’s episode of The Hanoi Times’ Words on the Street, we will explore how this tension is reshaping creativity, ethics and artistic values.
18 Jan, 05:46 PM
The app serves as the official and unified platform to help the people verify information about the Party's policies and guidelines.
18 Jan, 11:28 AM
Although Vietnam is a late entrant, the international financial center is expected to be successful and effective.
17 Jan, 09:13 PM