Resolution 06-NQ/TW: Make positive contributions, contribute to enhancing the prestige of the nation.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s participation in the ASEAN-Russia 35th Anniversary Summit in Kazan, Russia, from June 17 to 18, 2026, was a great success, contributing to strengthening relations between ASEAN and Russia, Vietnam’s comprehensive strategic partner, and thus demonstrating Vietnam’s active support for Russia and the ASEAN-Russia relations.

Regarding the notable results of the Conference and the new impetus given to the development of Vietnam-Russia relations by this important visit, Le Hoai Trung, member of the Politburo and Minister of Foreign Affairs, considered that this trip demonstrated Vietnam’s positive contribution to strengthening the position and central role of ASEAN in the region, while promoting high-level bilateral exchanges and conveying an important message from Vietnam regarding the implementation of its independent, autonomous and strengthening foreign policy, multilateralization and diversification of its external relations, development of its relations with neighboring countries and key partners, and its positive contribution to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and in the world.

In addition to multilateral activities, the fruitful talks with President Putin during this visit are a continuation of a dynamic foreign policy aimed at strengthening political relations and creating dynamics conducive to the deepening and development of Russian-Vietnamese relations in this new Era. They also constitute a step in the implementation of the high-level agreements reached after the historic official visit of Secretary General To Lam to the Russian Federation (May 2025) and the telephone conversation between the latter and President Putin immediately after the successful conclusion of the 14th National Party Congress (January 2026).

One of the highlights of the week took place on June 18, during the 36th Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, held at United Nations Headquarters. Associate Professor Nguyen Thi Lan Anh, candidate from Vietnam, was elected judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the 2026-2035 term, obtaining the highest number of votes. This is the first time that Vietnam has had an international law expert elected as a judge at ITLOS, one of the most important international judicial bodies in matters of maritime law.

Commenting on this event, Le Hoai Trung, member of the Politburo and Minister of Foreign Affairs, stressed that this important step testifies to the confidence and high esteem that the international community has in Vietnam’s responsible efforts and contribution to the common good, the development of its sector of international law, as well as skills and prestige of its experts. This result confirms the accuracy and effectiveness of Vietnamese foreign policy, independent, autonomous, peaceful, friendly, cooperative and focused on development; its multilateralization and diversification of external relations; its global, deep and effective international integration; its promotion of multilateral diplomacy; and its respect for international law, the Charter of the United Nations and the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

At the end of a long journey of integration, Vietnam, a nation that has actively integrated and rigorously applied international law, is increasingly participating in the discussions, development and implementation of international legal principles and standards. The country has made numerous contributions to important mechanisms such as the International Law Commission, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority, the International Trade Law Commission (UNCITRAL) and many other multilateral bodies The election as a judge to the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) is the culmination of a long process of international cooperation, training of experts and increased participation in multilateral diplomacy. international legal integration and testifies to Vietnam’s growing prestige and position. This is a concrete measure for the implementation of the foreign policy guidelines defined by the 14th National Congress and specified by Resolution 06 of the Politburo, instilling momentum. to more proactive, positive and effective foreign action and contributing to the efforts of the international community to maintain an international order based on the rule of law, equity and transparency.

At the same time, Vietnam continues to assert its role as a responsible member through multilateral security and defense activities. On June 18, in Hanoi, the Vietnamese Department of Peacekeeping Operations (Ministry of National Defense) held practical air medical transport training for Level 2 Field Hospital No. 8, with support from Australia. Taking place from June 13 to 22, 2026, this training aimed to equip forces with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to carry out their missions in South Sudan. Thirty-two Vietnamese trainees participated, including, for the first time, ten officers and staff from the Ministry of Public Security, thus helping to strengthen their practical capacities for applying international and UN procedures and standards.

Promote international cooperation at the local level.

Local diplomatic activities not only help build political trust, but also directly attract resources, thereby contributing to closer friendly relations and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and countries around the world.

Overall, the week’s foreign policy activities contributed concretely to broadening the country’s development prospects; they have strengthened Vietnam’s responsibility and contribution to international affairs, and thus made it possible to build a global, modern and professional diplomacy, up to the strategic challenges of the new era.