Freedom of the press cannot be a “shield” for falsehoods
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 09:52 (GMT+7)
In Vietnam, freedom of speech and freedom of the press are constitutionally guaranteed rights and are further institutionalised through an increasingly comprehensive legal system. Article 25 of the 2013 Constitution affirms that: “Citizens shall enjoy the right to freedom of speech, freedom of the press, access to information, assembly, association, and demonstration. The exercise of these rights is prescribed by law”
Building a politically and ideologically strong Vietnam Veterans' Association in the new situation
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 09:58 (GMT+7)
Guided by the Party’s viewpoints and lines on building strong political - social organisations in the new situation, the VVA has always attached great importance to strengthening itself politically and ideologically. This is regarded as the core foundation for enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the VVA’s activities as well as for promoting the role, standing, and prestige of veterans in the country’s political and social life
Defence and security developments in Northeast Asia and their implications for the Asia-Pacific region
Friday, June 12, 2026, 10:14 (GMT+7)
Northeast Asia is a region of global strategic importance, home to several potential security flashpoints in Asia, including the Korean Peninsula, the East China Sea, and the Taiwan Strait. Amidst intensifying strategic competition among major powers, defence and security developments in Northeast Asia are not only reshaping the regional balance of power but also exerting profound impacts on the peace, stability, and security architecture of the Asia-Pacific region
Effectiveness of the “Skilful Mass Mobilisation” emulation movement at Economic–Defence Unit 356
Tuesday, June 09, 2026, 13:08 (GMT+7)
The practical experience of implementing the “Skilful Mass Mobilisation” emulation movement at Economic–Defence Unit 356 demonstrates that, in border areas, mass mobilisation can only achieve substantive effectiveness when party committees and commanders at all levels provide close leadership and direction, and when cadres and soldiers genuinely stay close to the People, understand them, respect them, and assist them through concrete and practical actions.
Lai Chau province strengthens the building of defence potential
Monday, May 11, 2026, 08:54 (GMT+7)
Developing defence potential is a strategic line of our Party and State, aimed at proactively preparing and mobilising all resources to keep enhancing defence strength for firmly protecting the Socialist Fatherland. Building on its encouraging results, Lai Chau continues to synchronously implement a wide range of solutions to realise this strategic line, contributing to building and defending the Fatherland in the new era
Measures to improve the quality of defence foreign affairs in the new era
Friday, April 10, 2026, 15:00 (GMT+7)
Defence foreign affairs play a crucial part in the process of the country’s international integration, in which, the Vietnam People’s Army plays a core role. Given the requirements of building and safeguarding the Fatherland in the new era, it is necessary to further improve the effectiveness of this task with several synchronous solutions.
Greenland: a focal point of geopolitical competition
Monday, March 30, 2026, 09:26 (GMT+7)
Despite being a sparsely populated autonomous territory with harsh natural conditions, the island of Greenland has recently emerged as a new focal point for geopolitical competition. This is particularly true following the assertive statements and manoeuvres by US President Donald Trump. This development reflects a shift in the strategic focus within major powers’ calculations, presenting challenges for both the region and the broader world
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.
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
“Three breakthroughs” at Tank and Armoured Brigade 406
Friday, January 30, 2026, 07:57 (GMT+7)
The Brigade’s Party Committee and Command have issued a specialised resolution together with a system of scientifically designed action plans and programs for this important task. Accordingly, force adjustments have been seriously, resolutely carried out by the Brigade in accordance with higher-level direction and its particularities