Vietnam Elevates Foreign Affairs to Core Task Alongside National Defence and Security
DEFENSE
Vietnam has designated foreign affairs as a core task of strategic importance, alongside national defense and security, as outlined in the 13th Party Central Committee's draft Political Report for the upcoming 14th National Congress. The report emphasizes the need for integrated foreign policy approaches in response to intensified global competition and highlights the importance of mobilizing resources to achieve development goals by 2030. It calls for close coordination between foreign affairs and defense policies to enhance Vietnam's strategic position in global integration.

Jan 20, 2026, 9:12 AM