Vietnam Today

General Secretary To Lam’s selection of Laos as the first country to visit in his capacity as General Secretary of the 14th CPV Central Committee, together with this state visit - joined by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man - holds special significance in the history of relations between the two countries.

Vietnam determines to strengthen and elevate bilateral economic and trade ties with the US in a stable, substantive, and sustainable manner.

The two countries are working towards increasing bilateral trade to about $5 billion in the near future and aiming for a $10 billion target in the long term.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chairing the first Cabinet meeting of 2026 on February 4.

Vietnam possesses significant rare earth potential, ranking second or third globally.

Concerns raised over disruptions to food imports, exports and domestic supply chain following the implementation of the Government Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP, which provides detailed guidance on a number of provisions and enforcement measures under the Law on Food Safety.