The PM pushed for stronger collaboration through accelerating negotiations on a free trade agreement between Vietnam and the Gulf Cooperation Council, enhanced business connectivity between the two countries, as well as tighter coordination on energy security to tackle current challenges and ensure stable production and daily life.
PM Chinh directed the Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group (Petrovietnam) to work closely with relevant agencies and Thanh Hoa province to begin construction immediately, serving both the Nghi Son refinery and petrochemical plant and national reserves.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 28 said strategic technologies must tackle Vietnam’s practical challenges, while chairing a meeting of the Government’s Steering Committee for science and technology, innovation, digital transformation, and Project 06.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh thanked investors for attending the Thanh Hoa investment promotion conference, showing their interest, support and sharing with the province’s determination to become a “model province,” as envisioned by President Ho Chi Minh.
Chairman of the Russian State Duma Vyacheslav Volodin affirmed that Russia considers Vietnam a long-standing friend and a leading important partner in the Asia-Pacific region. Members of the Russian State Duma, despite coming from various parties, have a positive impression and support promoting the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam, the official stressed.
The Government leader described the special bond between the peoples of Vietnam and the former Soviet Union, as well as the Russian Federation today, as a shining symbol of solidarity and special international friendship.
Commending Tay Ho ward for its thorough preparations, particularly at Polling Station No. 21, the PM urged the election committee to facilitate early voting and ensure every eligible voter can fully exercise their rights and responsibilities.
PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed that Thailand consider facilitating stable fuel supply for Vietnam’s civil aviation sector, thus contributing to socio-economic stability and development, as well as bilateral trade and tourism.
PM Pham Minh Chinh underscored the importance of the meeting in effectively implementing key tasks and solutions, in line with the direction of Party General Secretary To Lam to pursue “breakthrough actions and generate spillover effects.”
The PM expressed heartfelt appreciation to the “silent workers” who forgo personal time and family reunions to keep the city green, clean and orderly, contributing to the health and well-being of residents.
During a visit to the press centre amid a break in proceedings, PM Pham Minh Chinh met with reporters and inquired about their working conditions. He described the press as a hardworking and vital force, so that all possible support should be offered to them, including adequate infrastructure, reliable internet connectivity, and a conducive work environment to enable timely, comprehensive, accurate, diverse, and engaging coverage.
The two sides expressed satisfaction that bilateral relations continue to develop strongly across all areas. Political and diplomatic ties have been further strengthened through frequent exchanges of delegations and contacts at all levels, while defence and security cooperation remains a key pillar.
Reaffirming that ASEAN remains a strategic priority in Vietnam’s foreign policy, PM Pham Minh Chinh said Vietnam’s sustainable development in the digital era is closely linked to peace, stability and prosperity within the ASEAN Community.
PSNews - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 15 called on the Public Security Forces (PSFs) to further assert its position as a firm support for the people, while playing a core role in safeguarding national security, social order and safety in the new development phase.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Brunei’s Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 28.
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.
Collecting DNA samples of unidentified martyrs’ relatives is a highly humanistic programme that is “an order from the heart” and reflects the sense of responsibility towards the persons laying down their lives for the Fatherland’s independence and freedom, as well as the people’s happiness, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh made an inspection tour of the West Sky social housing complex in the Ecogarden urban area and the newly inaugurated Nguyen Hoang Bridge across the Huong River in the central city of Hue on July 26.
The 2025 ASEAN Police Football Tournament officially opened on the evening of July 9, 2025, at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi.
Vietnam is ready to accompany AIPA in creating a strong and prosperous ASEAN where development leaves no one behind and cooperation is limitless, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.