Prospects for the Russia-Ukraine conflict
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 06:25 (GMT+7)
The considerable differences in calculations, positions, and interests among the parties involved suggest that, despite numerous rounds of negotiations in recent years, the path towards a mutually acceptable and sustainable settlement remains fraught with obstacles. The prospects for peace negotiations depend not only on the will of political leaders but also on societal acceptance.
The entire Army is to focus on improving the quality of training and combat readiness
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 06:29 (GMT+7)
By means of strong political resolve, coupled with the regular and close attention and guidance of the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defence, and the tireless efforts of Party committees, commanders at all levels, and all officers and soldiers, it is expected that all agencies and units throughout the Army will excellently fulfill their training and combat readiness tasks, contributing to the firm protection of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
Thoroughly grasping the Resolution of the 8th Plenum of the 13th Party Central Committee, the Border Guard is determined to firmly protect territorial sovereignty and national border security
Monday, March 09, 2026, 11:14 (GMT+7)
The Border Guard is firmly determined to safeguard territorial sovereignty and national border security; to contribute to maintaining a peaceful and stable environment conducive to national construction and development; and to remain forever a politically steadfast and combat-ready force that is absolutely loyal and reliable to the Party, the State, and the People.
Modernising Artillery and Missile Forces: a vital step in the cause of Fatherland protection in the new era
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 16:13 (GMT+7)
Today ground-based artillery and missiles remain a critical element of combat forces, providing the primary firepower that often decides the outcome of military operations. Consequently, to meet the demands of defending the Fatherland in a changing world, the development of artillery and missile forces that are rationally organised, heavily armed, precise, and highly mobile is not merely important, it is an urgent priority demanding comprehensive study
Cyber operations forces - a core component of many nations’ military power in the digital age
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 15:32 (GMT+7)
In the context of the rapidly evolving 4th Industrial Revolution, cyberspace has become the “fifth strategic domain” and a “new battlefield” where nations simultaneously engage in cooperation and fierce competition. Alongside traditional armed forces, cyber forces are emerging as a core pillar of military power, playing a vital role in the national defence and security strategies of many countries worldwide
Success of the 14th National Party Congress: a strong rebuttal to subversive plots and misrepresentation
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 14:56 (GMT+7)
The 14th National Party Congress concluded as a resounding success in every aspect. This achievement serves as a clear testament that effectively nullifies the sabotage schemes and slanderous rhetoric of hostile forces. Furthermore, it creates a powerful source of encouragement for the whole Party, the entire population, and the Military
Ten major global military and defence events in 2025
Thursday, January 08, 2026, 20:54 (GMT+7)
In 2025, the world continued to witness intense strategic competition among major powers, an increasing tendency to address issues through escalation and the use of force, along with prolonged and expanding military conflicts in many regions. Nevertheless, peace, cooperation, and development remain the major trends and shared goals. To provide a comprehensive overview, the National Defence Journal compiles and presents ten major military and defence events worldwide in 2025
Overview of the global political and military landscape in 2025
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 14:15 (GMT+7)
The most prominent features of the global political and military landscape in 2025 are the irreversible trend towards multipolarity of the world order and intense competition among major powers. Besides, worrying developments from the conflicts of Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Iran, India-Pakistan, etc., and the risk of US military intervention in Venezuela are posing significant challenges to global security and stability.
Upholding the cultural values of “Uncle Ho’s Soldiers” in the new era
Friday, December 19, 2025, 20:52 (GMT+7)
he culture of “Uncle Ho’s Soldiers” represents a value system that encapsulates the revolutionary virtue, humanism, and immense spiritual strength of the Vietnam People’s Army. In the new era, the preservation, cultivation, dissemination, and promotion of these noble values constitute not only a strategic imperative but also a steadfast foundation enabling the Army to fulfil, with excellence, every mission entrusted.
Building a modern Vietnam People’s Army in the new revolutionary period
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 21:28 (GMT+7)
Building a modern Viet Nam People’s Army is an inevitable requirement of national construction and defence in the new development era. With the foundations already laid and the opportunities presented by this era, we can firmly believe that Viet Nam will succeed in building a modern People’s Army. This is the confidence, hope, and pride the whole nation places upon an army from the people, of the people, and by the people.