
Peace Boat and Vietnam "Continue Writing the Story of Peace"
08:08 | 30/04/2025
On April 30, the 120th voyage of the Peace Boat organization, departing from Yokohama (Japan), will dock at the Ha Long International Cruise Port, Vietnam, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification. Vietnam is the fourth stop on this journey.

Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations received Ethiopian State Minister of Ministry of Foreign Affairs
11:13 | 17/04/2025
On April 16 in Hanoi, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Nguyen Ngoc Hung received the State Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Ambassador Birtukan Ayano.

Youth as Peace Ambassadors and Bridges of Friendship
15:33 | 29/03/2025
This is the message shared by Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Dong Huy Cuong with delegates participating in an online dialogue titled “Shared Legacies, Shared Future” between US youth and students and their counterparts from Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand on March 28.

VUFO Through the Perspective of Partners and Friends
13:00 | 29/01/2025
The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) recently concluded a year of significant activity, marked by numerous domestic and international diplomatic initiatives. To gain valuable insights, it is crucial to understand how VUFO's international partners and friends perceive its work. This includes seeking their evaluations of its achievements, their expectations for future endeavors, and any recommendations they may offer to further enhance VUFO's effectiveness.

VUFO 2024: Significant Goals Accomplished
07:00 | 29/01/2025
In 2024, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) set forth ambitious goals that surpassed its current resources. Through political determination, concerted efforts, and unity across its entire system, VUFO has achieved remarkable success.

Continuing to Innovate Thinking and Approaches, Effectively Implementing People-to-People Diplomacy
12:09 | 11/01/2025
"Building a strong Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) system to meet the demands of the new era, the expectations of the Party and State leadership, and VUFO’s intrinsic developmental needs, while effectively implementing the 2025 work plan." This is the 2025 orientation for the VUFO system, approved unanimously by all delegates at the 13th Presidium Conference of the 6th session, held on January 9 in Hanoi.

GIBTK President in Vietnam Honored for his Contribution to Vietnam's Sustainable Development
11:57 | 10/01/2025
Over the past 22 years, Robert Valentino Kalatschan, President and Chief Representative of Giving It Back To Kids (GIBTK) in Vietnam, has made contributions to humanitarian work, helping to change the lives of many children, people with disabilities, and families in difficult circumstances. In recognition of his contributions to the sustainable development of Vietnam, on January 9, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations awarded him a Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister.
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[Photos] India and Vietnam Unite in Friendship Festival 2024
16:41 | 20/12/2024
On the evening of December 18 in Vinh Phuc province, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), the Vietnam - India Friendship Association (VIFA) and the All India Peace and Solidarity Organization (AIPSO) jointly organized the opening ceremony of the 12th Vietnam - India People's Friendship Festival.

12th India-Vietnam Friendship Festival Kicks Off in Vinh Phuc
16:28 | 20/12/2024
On the evening of December 18 in Vinh Phuc province, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), the Vietnam-India Friendship Association (VIFA), and the All India Peace and Solidarity Organization (AIPSO) jointly held the opening ceremony of the 12th Vietnam-India People’s Friendship Festival.

VUFO President Phan Anh Son Receives Delegation of the Global Collaborative Community
08:02 | 05/12/2024
President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received a delegation of 12 pastors from many countries, their family members, and two Institute for Global Engagement (IGE) representatives on December 4 in Hanoi. The delegation is led by pastor Bob Roberts, President of IGE.

74th anniversary of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations' Traditional Day: Proud of people-to-people diplomacy journey
17:56 | 17/11/2024
November 17, 1950, has gone down in history as an important milestone, linking the Vietnamese revolution with the progressive movement of the world's people and was later officially recognized as the Traditional Day of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the core force in people's foreign affairs.

Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations Share Future Plans
13:56 | 30/10/2024
The Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations held its 6th Congress of Delegates for the 2024-2029 term on October 25. Nguyen Ngoc Binh was re-elected as President of the Union for the new term.

Vietnam, Czech Cultivate Common Values for The Future
09:05 | 27/10/2024
The Vietnam - Czech Friendship Association held a friendship meeting on the occasion of the 106th anniversary of the Czech Republic's National Day.

VUFO President Receives DPRK Ambassador
14:01 | 26/10/2024
President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received Ambassador of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) to Vietnam Ri Sung Guk, who paid a courtesy call at the beginning of his term in Vietnam.

VUFO President Receives US Veterans for Peace Delegation
10:13 | 18/10/2024
President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son received a delegation from Veterans for Peace (VFP), led by Chuck Searcy, on October 14 in Hanoi during their visit and work trip to Vietnam.

VUFO, Embassy of Pakistan Discuss Cooperation Prospects
15:48 | 16/10/2024
The topic was discussed between Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) and Kohdayar Marri, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Vietnam and accredited to Laos, on October 14 in Hanoi.

VUFO, Argentine Embassy Discuss Vietnam - Argentina Cooperation Potential
15:19 | 16/10/2024
On November 15, in Hanoi, Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) hosted a reception and working session with Marcos A. Bednarski, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Argentina to Vietnam, where they discussed potential areas of cooperation between Vietnam and Argentina.

Thai Embassy Provides Assistance for Vietnam - Thailand Friendship Association's Activities
10:42 | 25/09/2024
Thai Embassy in Vietnam presented THB 50,000 (USD 1,520) to support activities of Vietnam - Thailand Friendship Association.

Nghe An Union of Friendship Organizations Fosters People-to-People Connections
08:53 | 23/09/2024
Nghe An is the largest province in the country and holds a strategic location in terms of security and order. As a key Vietnamese province, its leaders are focusing on boosting its influence and relationships across the world.

Roundtable on West and East Asia: Insights for Vietnam
13:56 | 18/09/2024
The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), in collaboration with the Governance and Policy Think Tank of Iran (GPTT), organized a virtual roundtable titled "West and East Asia: Similarities and Common Interests" on September 16, in Hanoi. Participants provided an overview of the general situation in West and East Asia and identified opportunities for fostering cooperation between Vietnam and Iran.
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