Vietnam attends International Army Games in Russia
A delegation of officers and soldiers from the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) are competing at the International Army Games 2019 that opened in Moscow on August 3.
At the opening ceremony of the International Army Games 2019 (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – A delegation of officers and soldiers from the VietnamPeople’s Army (VPA) are competing at the International Army Games 2019 thatopened in Moscow on August 3.
In his opening remarks, Russian Minister of Defence Sergei Shoigu said withintwo weeks, military experts from 39 countries will show off their talent atcontests organised in ten countries.
In a message sent to the event, Russian President Vladimir Putin said the ArmyGames has significantly contributed to developing international cooperation andenhancing partnerships to ensure security of countries, Asia and Europe and theworld at large.
The President described the event, which was first held in 2015, as acollective response to threats to global stability.
During the Army Games 2019, morethan 5,000 military athletes from 39 countries will compete in more than 30 categoriesheld in host Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Iran, India, China, Kazakhstan,Mongolia and Uzbekistan.
This is the second year Vietnam has sent a delegation to the event. Vietnam’s 125officers and soldiers will participate in the categories of tank biathlon, saferoute, safe environment, sniper frontier, military medical relay race, fieldkitchen, and emergency area which will take place in Russia, China, Belarus andUzbekistan.
Colonel Phan Hai Long, head of the Vietnamese tank group, said his teamaims to exchange experience in training and tighten ties between armies of theparticipating countries as well as their tank forces in particular.
According Colonel Pham Van Khao, head of the field kitchen group, said theVietnamese pavilion attracted more than 400 visitors right on the opening dayof the event.
The Vietnamese delegation also took the occasion to promote the land, peopleand army at the Friendship House and take part in an art competition.
Vietnam’s participation at the Army Games 2019 forms part of activities to markthe Vietnam-Russia and Russia-Vietnam Year (2019-2020), the 25th anniversary of signing the treaty on basicprinciples for the bilateral friendship (1994-2019) and the 70th foundinganniversary of diplomatic ties (1950-2020).-VNA
Vietnam, as the first country to sign a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union, and Russia may discuss any cooperation projects, both bilaterally and multilaterally, said an official of the United Russia Party (ER).
The Central Committee of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU) held the Vietnam – Russia Women’s Forum themed “Joining hands to promote sustainable development” in Hanoi on July 22.
The first Vietnam-Russia Youth Forum wrapped up in Ho Chi Minh City on July 28, offering vividly illustrating the close friendship between the two countries.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 9 inspected the construction site of the new Phong Chau bridge, and surveyed a planned route for the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong railway section running through the northern province of Phu Tho.
Across print, broadcast, and online platforms, Angolan media portrayed State President Luong Cuong's visit as a warm and historic occasion, strengthening bilateral ties and boosting Vietnam’s presence in Africa through the AU.
The 500kV Lao Cai – Vinh Yen power transmission line has a total investment of over 7.41 trillion VND (282.5 million USD), and a total length of 229.5 km, passing through 31 communes in the two provinces, and comprising 468 transmission tower foundations.
The visits reflected the elevated position of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the new era—aimed at not only advancing ties with key regional partners like Egypt and Angola but also delivering a strategic message about Vietnam’s commitment to deepening relations with African nations as a whole.
At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
At the opening ceremony of the International Army Games 2019 (Photo: VNA) 
