Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink welcomed Vietnam Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu to Washington for the ninth U.S.-Vietnam Asia-Pacific Dialogue on August 30. Reflecting upon the strength of U.S.-Vietnam relations, the Assistant Secretary and Deputy Foreign Minister discussed issues related to the two countries’ shared interest in …
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Hanoi, June 13, 2022 – Today, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), and with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman joining, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) launched a new project to help Vietnam control the increasingly serious wildlife trafficking situation. The $15 million, five-year project, called Saving Threatened Wildlife , …
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HANOI, June 12, 2022 – Today at Bach Mai Hospital, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman joined Vietnamese government and public health leaders to celebrate the start of the installation of a new liquid oxygen system provided by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Bach Mai oxygen system is the largest of …
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Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, May 6, 2022 – The U.S. Mission in Vietnam is seeking Vietnamese candidates for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. The Humphrey Fellowship is a one-year, non-degree, full scholarship program offered to promising mid-career professionals who have a proven track record of leadership, and a strong commitment to public …
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Ho Chi Minh City, April 13, 2022 – On March 31, 2022, United States Citizen and substitute teacher Paul Bodner was sentenced in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California to 11 years in federal prison on three counts of Travel with Intent to Engage in Illicit Sexual Conduct and one count …
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HANOI, March 30, 2022 – Leading Vietnamese policy makers, influencers, educators, and other key stakeholders working in the field of English language education gathered in Hanoi today for a two-day conference on the future of English language teaching and learning in Vietnam. Hosted by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV) from March 30-31, 2022, the …
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During her August 2021 visit to Vietnam, Vice President Kamala Harris affirmed the importance of U.S. and Vietnamese efforts to ensure space activities are conducted in a responsible and sustainable manner. As part of those joint efforts, U.S. and Vietnamese officials met virtually March 22-24 for the third U.S.-Vietnam Civil Space Dialogue. The discussion focused …
Read More» HANOI, March 08, 2022 – On January 19, 2022, a fugitive wanted in the United States by the Forks Township Police Department in Easton, Pa., for sexual assault of a minor under age 11, was returned to the United States from Vietnam and arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) and U.S. Customs and Border …
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HANOI, March 02, 2022 – Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry visited Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City last week to further U.S.-Vietnam engagement on climate and clean energy action. Secretary Kerry met with President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh, cabinet ministers, and other senior officials to discuss how the …
Read More» Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry will travel to Vietnam, February 22-25, to meet with government officials, civil society representatives, and business leaders to build consensus on key actions to address the climate crisis and accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy. For media inquiries, please contact ClimateComms@state.gov .
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Contest Sponsors Tet Card Design Contest is organized by the U.S. Mission Vietnam. Description of Contest Objectives In celebration of Tet Holiday, U.S. Mission Vietnam is organizing a Tet Card Design Contest to encourage all Vietnamese ages 15 and above to submit a card with a Tet theme. The card should depict the U.S.-Vietnam relationship in …
Read More» STATEMENTS AND RELEASES OCTOBER 26, 2021 President Biden will announce the intent to provide up to $102 million in new initiatives to expand the U.S.-ASEAN Strategic Partnership during the October 26 U.S.-ASEAN Summit, reflecting the Biden-Harris Administration’s deep commitment to ASEAN’s central role in the U.S. vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S.-ASEAN Health …
Read More» FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 25, 2021 Last year, the United States and Vietnam celebrated our 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Over the past several decades, the bilateral relationship between our countries has made significant strides, to the point where our nations now cooperate on a wide range of issues, including fighting COVID-19 and preparing for …
Read More» JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam 3:00 P.M. ICT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. I’m going to give a few remarks and then I’ll take questions. First, I want to thank our Vietnamese hosts for so warmly welcoming us to Vietnam. As many of you know, I am the first Vice President to visit Vietnam since …
Read More» National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, I — first of all, I want to thank the Vietnamese — your Office of Health and Hygiene that’s, obviously, a lot of work to do. And as I’ve mentioned, we as the United States are very thankful to the Vietnamese for coming …
Read More» Chief of Mission Residence Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. And thank you for the work that you’ve been doing here in Vietnam, through USAID. It is one of the important roles that our government plays in a diplomatic mission to support leaders such as those at this table to begin important …
Read More» JW Marriott Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Well, I would like to say that, on behalf of the United States, we are very excited about this symbol of our enduring relationship with Vietnam. And for anyone who may not be aware of the small print, it’s a 99-year lease. (Laughter and applause.) And …
Read More» JW Marriott Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Chris. It is an honor to be here to celebrate the launch of the Southeast Asia Regional Office of the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is one of four such offices in the entire world and a testament — a true …
Read More» New Building, Office of Government Hanoi, Vietnam VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Thank you, Prime Minister. It is an honor to be with you. And thank you for the warm welcome. I’m here today because the Biden-Harris administration is committed to our partnerships in this region — in the Indo- Pacific region, in Southeast Asia, and here …
Read More» Presidential Palace Hanoi, Vietnam VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS: Thank you, Mr. President. It is my honor to be the first Vice President of the United States to visit Vietnam in the last quarter of a century. And I’m looking very much forward to a productive conversation that is focused on strengthening the relationship between the United …
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Trip Overview Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Singapore and Vietnam this month to strengthen relationships and expand economic cooperation with two critical Indo-Pacific partners of the United States. During the trip, the Vice President will engage the leaders of both governments on issues of mutual interest, including regional security, the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, …
Read More» Press Statement Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State August 4, 2021 The United States is revitalizing our multilateral partnerships to advance our shared prosperity, security, and values in the Indo-Pacific. This week, I was honored to represent the United States at the annual U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The United States remains firmly committed to the …
Read More» Readout Office of the Spokesperson August 4, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke yesterday with foreign ministers of ASEAN nations and the ASEAN Secretary General during the U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The Secretary reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to ASEAN centrality and support for the …
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The United States is committed to support Vietnam in combating Covid-19. Total contribution = $ 20.9 million + technical assistance + 5 million Moderna vaccine doses From USAIS: $ 12.5 million $ 4.7 million: Infection prevention and control, laboratory strengthening, and community engagement $ 5 million: Small and medium enterprise economic recovery, and access to …
Read More» 2021 – 2025 | CURRENT IMPLEMENTERS: DEFENSE ATTACHÉ OFFICE (DAO) HANOI, UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE (USIP), UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID), ACADEMIA | CURRENT BUDGET $1.3 MILLION In 2018, Vietnam formally requested support for their efforts to account for personnel killed or missing from the Vietnam War. Since that time, the U.S. …
Read More» 1993 – PRESENT | CURRENT IMPLEMENTERS: DEPARTMENT OF STATE, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID) | TOTAL FUNDING $166 MILLION Thirty years of conflict from World War II through the Vietnam War left much of Vietnam contaminated with UXO. The majority of this UXO is concentrated in provinces that adjoin the …
Read More» DEFENSE POW/MIA ACCOUNTING AGENCY (DPAA) / VIETNAM OFFICE FOR SEEKING MISSING PERSONS (VNOSMP) 143 JOINT FIELD ACTIVIES COMPLETED | 729 AMERICANS REPATRIATED/IDENTIFIED | 1,244 AMERICANS REMAIN UANCCOUNTED THE U.S. ACCOUNTING MISSION IN VIETNAM The Government of Vietnam established the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) in March 1973 with the primary mission of assisting …
Read More» THE US MILITARY MEDICINE SECTION COOPERATES WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF VIETNAM ON A RANGE OF MEDICAL ISSUES $10 MN TOTAL HEALTH RELATED ASSISTANCE SINCE 2013 | $ 1.2 MN COVID-19 ASSISTANCE | IMBEDDED TRAUMA TEAM TRAINING HEATLH SUPPORT TO VIETNAM SINCE 1994 In 1994, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) initiated support to …
Read More» 2020 – 2030 | CURRENT IMPLEMENTERS: TRIGON ASSOCIATES, TETRA TECH, INC., | CURRENT BUDGET: $183 MILLION After completion of the Environmental Remediation of Dioxin Contamination at Danang Airport in 2018, at the request of the Government of Vietnam (GVN), the U.S. Government agreed to cooperate on dioxin remediation at Bien Hoa Airbase Area, the primary …
Read More» FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2021 National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke today with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh. Mr. Sullivan emphasized the United States’ commitment to our comprehensive partnership with Vietnam, and discussed ways to deepen cooperation between the two countries in areas such as maritime security, the Mekong region, combatting climate …
Read More» Fact Sheet Bureau of Political-Military Affairs June 2, 2021 The U.S. security relationship with Vietnam grew rapidly in recent years, and the two countries share a common vision for the future of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Our security cooperation is based on our mutual commitment to deepen defense cooperation and shared resolve to …
Read More» Readout Office of the Spokesperson May 27, 2021 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Son celebrated the strength of the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership and reaffirmed our shared commitment to protecting and preserving the …
Read More» HANOI, November 25, 2020 — Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Quang Nam Provincial People’s Committee (PPC), and the Thua Thien Hue PPC hosted an event in Danang to mark the completion of the USAID Green Annamites project. USAID/Vietnam Mission Director Ann Marie Yastishock, Quang Nam PPC Chairman Lê Trí Thanh, Thua …
Read More» U.S. Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs Robert C. O’Brien’s Visit to Vietnam November 20-22, 2020 READOUT U.S. Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (APNSA) Robert C. O’Brien visited Hanoi November 20-22 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of U.S.-Vietnam diplomatic relations and to highlight our joint efforts to advance a free and …
Read More» HANOI, November 6, 2020 — Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Vietnam Mission Director Ann Marie Yastishock and Vietnam Social Security (VSS) Deputy General Director Dr. Phạm Lương Sơn signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), formalizing that the USAID Local System Sustainability project will provide technical assistance to VSS to improve its Social …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 30, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc in Hanoi, Vietnam. Secretary Pompeo expressed condolences over the loss of life due to significant flooding as a result of Tropical Storm …
Read More» READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 30, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh today in Hanoi, Vietnam. Secretary Pompeo and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Minh reaffirmed our expanding Comprehensive …
Read More» WASHINGTON D.C., October 30, 2020 – Today, while in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo announced the United States is providing an additional $2 million in humanitarian assistance to respond to Typhoon Molave and the ongoing severe flooding that has affected Central Vietnam since early October. This amount brings the total …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release October 29, 2020 FACT SHEET “Over the last quarter century, our two countries have built a partnership and friendship founded on shared interests, mutual respect, and people-to-people ties. Our everyday interactions are highlighted by increasing trade and investment ties, strategic cooperation, and collaboration on …
Read More» October 28, 2020 WASHINGTON – A U.S. government delegation, led by U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler, visited Indonesia, Vietnam, and Myanmar October 22-27 to explore investment and trade opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region. Boehler was joined by President and Chairman of the Export-Import Bank of the United States Kimberly …
Read More» The Government of the United States expresses its deepest condolences to the Government and people of Vietnam as they mourn those who perished due to significant flooding in the central region of Vietnam as a result of Tropical Storm Linfa. The U.S. government stands ready to assist Vietnam in addressing the damage caused by the …
Read More» HANOI, October 19, 2020 – The U.S. Mission in Vietnam expresses our deepest condolences to the Government and people of Vietnam as they mourn tragic losses in the 337th Division, Military Region 4 in Quảng Trị Province, as well as those soldiers and officials killed conducting rescue missions in Thừa Thiên Huế Province, and dozens of …
Read More» HANOI, October 19, 2020 – The U.S. Mission in Vietnam is pleased to call for nominations of outstanding candidates to participate in the AY 2021-2022 Fulbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program. The Fulbright U.S.–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program is open to university faculty, foreign ministry or other government officials, and professional staff of the private sector, think tanks, and …
Read More» HANOI, October 17, 2020 — Today, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink announced an initial $100,000 in disaster relief funds. These funds will be provided by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VNRC) to address the immediate humanitarian needs of vulnerable communities in areas most affected …
Read More» HANOI, October 14, 2020 – The U.S. Mission in Vietnam expresses our deepest condolences to the people of Vietnam for the loss of life, destruction of property, and displacement of people due to the flooding in central Vietnam. We stand together with the Government and the people of Vietnam as they mourn their loved ones, address …
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HANOI, October 13, 2020 — Today, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Acting Vietnam Mission Director Bradley Bessire and Vietnam’s Office of the Government (OOG) Chairman Mai Tiến Dũng participated in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony between USAID and OOG. Through this MOU, USAID will …
Read More» Office of the Spokesperson September 15, 2020 Media Note The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Governments of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam on the occasion of the First Mekong-U.S. Partnership Ministerial Meeting on September 11, 2020. Begin Text: We, the …
Read More» MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 The United States Government, in partnership with the Government of Vietnam, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council, is sponsoring the third annual Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Hanoi, Vietnam on October 28-29. Participants attending from the …
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PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I send congratulations to the people of Vietnam as you celebrate your National Day. In 2020, we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of U.S.-Vietnam diplomatic relations. The remarkable transformation of our …
Read More» HANOI, July 22, 2020 – Today the Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Directorate of Fisheries (DFISH) concluded a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen Vietnam’s fisheries management and law enforcement capabilities. Signing the agreement were DFISH Director General Trần Đình Luân and U.S. Ambassador …
Read More» READOUT Office of the Spokesperson August 6, 2020 The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh. Secretary Pompeo and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Minh reaffirmed the strength of our Comprehensive Partnership as …
Read More» July 28, 2020 As Prepared Thank you for that introduction. It’s an honor for me to join you this evening as we commemorate 25 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Vietnam. I would like to recognize Senator Leahy and Representative Yoho. I know they will agree that an historic bipartisan trip in 1993 by Senators John McCain and John Kerry was critical to laying …
Read More» Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State July 11 marks the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Over the last quarter century, our two countries have built a partnership and friendship founded on shared interests, mutual respect, and people-to-people ties. Our everyday interactions are highlighted by increasing trade and investment ties, strategic cooperation, and collaboration on …
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HANOI, July 9, 2020 — Yesterday, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) signed a Memorandum of Intent (MOI) to support DNA analysis of unidentified human remains recovered from the U.S.-Vietnam war. Under this agreement, USAID will provide Vietnam with the best, cutting edge technology for …
Read More» We have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support by the government and citizens of Vietnam for COVID-19 response efforts in the United States. On April 16, Ambassador Kritenbrink accepted a donation of 50,000 cloth masks from Minister Mai Tiến Dũng on behalf of Prime Minister Phúc for President Donald Trump. He also accepted a donation …
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Hanoi, Vietnam, April 8, 2020: The United States Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam, and the Government of Vietnam worked together to facilitate the logistics and approvals necessary to expedite the delivery of personal protective equipment to the United States. The first of two initial shipments of over 450,000 DuPont protective suits made in Vietnam departed Hanoi …
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Xin chào các ban! Xin chào, Vietnam! It’s an honor to be here today. I would particularly like to thank Vice Foreign Minister Bùi Thanh Sơn and the people of Vietnam for this very warm welcome and the hospitality that you have shown to me on this visit. I am extremely honored to be here, …
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In 2020, we mark a quarter century since the United States and Vietnam established diplomatic relations. It was a historic step—one that first required us to face the dark legacy of war between our two nations. I, like so many in both our countries, remember living through that era of conflict as a young boy. …
Read More» Agreement expands cooperation on trade facilitation and security HANOI – The United States signed a Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement (CMAA) with Vietnam on Friday to further strengthen bilateral cooperation on security and the facilitation of lawful trade. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Caryn McClelland and Vietnamese Vice Minister of Finance Vũ Thị Mai signed the agreement in Hanoi on December 6. The U.S. and Vietnam conclude the …
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BIEN HOA CITY, DECEMBER 5, 2019 — Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Vietnam’s Air Defense Air Force Command (ADAFC), the Ministry of National Defense, and the National Action Center for Chemical and Environmental Treatment (NACCET) celebrated the commencement of dioxin remediation operations at Bien Hoa Airbase and the signing of an …
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HANOI, November 21, 2019 – U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper made his first official visit to Vietnam November 19-21, highlighting the importance of the U.S.-Vietnam defense partnership. Secretary Esper’s visit reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to our partnership with Vietnam and our enduring support for a free and open Indo-Pacific and a rules-based order …
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November 20, 2019 Hanoi, Vietnam Good afternoon! I want to thank President Nguyễn Vũ Tùng and the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam for hosting me today. The Academy has long been one of the most prestigious institutions in the country and has trained generations of Vietnam’s leaders. It is an honor to be here, and I …
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Hanoi, November 8, 2019 – On November 7, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink welcomed Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross and a delegation of senior U.S. government officials and executives from 17 leading U.S. companies to Hanoi. This visit is part of a larger trade mission to the Indo-Pacific region with stops in Bangkok, …
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HANOI, November 1, 2019 – Today, at the Vietnam Ministry of National Defense’s Headquarters in Hanoi, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator Bonnie Glick, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink, Vice Minister of National Defense Senior Lieutenant General Nguyễn Chí Vịnh, and USAID/Vietnam Mission Director Michael Greene participated in an …
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In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of U.S.-Vietnam relations, the U.S. Mission in Vietnam, hereinafter referred to as the U.S. Mission, is organizing a Mural Design Contest to encourage all Vietnamese, ages 18 and above, to submit a design for a wall mural that extends the current Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural or Hanoi Ceramic Road. …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON Washington, DC May 22, 2019 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh in Washington. They discussed efforts to strengthen the U.S. Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership by deepening political, security, economic, and people-to-people ties, …
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Speech by Ambassador Daniel J. Kritenbrink U.S. – Vietnam Business Summit Sheraton Hanoi Hotel Friday, May 10, 2019, 9:00 a.m. Good morning ladies and gentlemen. It’s an honor to be here today. I want to thank you to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the American Chamber of …
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HANOI, March 27, 2019 – On March 26, the governments of the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, in partnership with the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), hosted a landmark event in Washington, D.C., examining the transformation by the two countries from enemies to partners through cooperation on humanitarian issues. The …
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Office of Government Hall Hanoi, Vietnam February 27, 2019 12:11 P.M. ICT PRIME MINISTER PHÚC: (As interpreted.) Mr. President, on behalf of the government, we greatly appreciate the process of denuclearization and peace building in North Korea that Mr. President was so resolute in these efforts. And thank you very much for choosing Vietnam as …
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Presidential Palace Hanoi, Vietnam February 27, 2019 11:09 A.M. ICT PRESIDENT TRỌNG: (As interpreted.) Please, may I call our meeting to order, please. Let me begin by warmly welcome President Donald Trump and the American delegation to Vietnam for the second DPRK-U.S. Summit. I would like to thank the United States and DPRK for choosing …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2019 PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP HAILS VIETNAM’S COMMITMENT TO EXPANDING COMMERCIAL PARTNERSHIPS WITH AMERICAN COMPANIES “Moving forward as partners, we will achieve great prosperity and success for the American people and for the Vietnamese people.” – President Donald J. Trump BIG-TICKET PURCHASES: …
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Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hanoi, Vietnam February 26, 2019 FOREIGN MINISTER MINH: (Via interpreter) State Secretary Mike Pompeo, it’s a great pleasure to meet with you again in Vietnam and welcome back. And I still remember last time I met you, I was back from (inaudible) and this time, …
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HANOI, December 13, 2018 – On the evening of December 12th, 2018, the United States and Vietnam celebrated 30 years of sustained cooperation to provide the fullest possible accounting for those Americans still missing from the war in Southeast Asia. Distinguished guests and representatives of the two agencies tasked with this humanitarian mission attended a formal dinner …
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HANOI, October 23, 2018 – On behalf of the United States Mission in Vietnam, I extend my congratulations to Nguyễn Phú Trọng, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, on the occasion of his assumption of the Presidency. President Trọng’s selection comes at a time when our bilateral ties with Vietnam have never been stronger. …
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HANOI, October 17, 2018 – U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis made his second visit of the year to Vietnam and his first visit to Ho Chi Minh City October 16-17. Secretary Mattis’ visit highlighted the significant growth in the comprehensive partnership between the United States and Vietnam by visiting the Bien Hoa Airbase, situated 30 …
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HANOI, October 5, 2018 – On the occasion of the ninth annual United States-Vietnam Defense Policy Dialogue, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Asian and Pacific Security Affairs for the United States, Randall G. Schriver, met with the Deputy Defense Minister, Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Chi Vinh, on October 4. This marks Schriver’s third visit to Vietnam …
Read More» HANOI, October 2, 2018 – The U.S. Mission in Vietnam expresses sincere condolences regarding the passing of Đỗ Mười, former General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. Đỗ Mười presided over the Party at a time when Vietnam began economic reforms that helped build the foundations of sustained economic growth and renewal, lifting Vietnam …
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HANOI, September 21, 2018 – On behalf of the U.S. Mission in Vietnam, I would like to express our sincere condolences on the passing of President Tran Dai Quang. Our sympathies go out to his family and the people of Vietnam at this sad time. President Tran Dai Quang was a friend of the U.S.-Vietnam relationship. …
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Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC August 30, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend to the people of Vietnam my best wishes for your National Day on September 2nd. This year, I was able to see firsthand the remarkable growth in our bilateral relationship, and …
Read More» Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 16, 2018 The U.S. security relationship with Vietnam has grown rapidly in recent years, and the two countries share a common vision for the future of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Our robust security partnership is based on our mutual commitment to deepen defense cooperation and shared …
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07/08/2018 10:16 AM EDT Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Hanoi, Vietnam July 8, 2018 GENERAL SECRETARY TRONG: (Via interpreter) Mr. State Secretary, welcome to Vietnam. It is a great pleasure to have you here in Vietnam and I understand that although this isn’t – it’s very short in duration, but it is a very …
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07/08/2018 11:21 AM EDT Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Sofitel Metropole Hotel Hanoi, Vietnam July 8, 2018 AMBASSADOR KRITENBRINK: (Applause.) Thank you. Well, good evening, everyone. Delighted to be here. I’m Dan Kritenbrink, the American ambassador to Vietnam, and I am deeply gratified to see heretonight so many friends of the U.S.-Vietnam partnership. This …
Read More» Hanoi, Vietnam, May 24, 2018 – Deputy United States Trade Representative Jeffrey Gerrish today held wide-ranging discussions with Vietnamese government officials on ways to strengthen the bilateral relationship, resolve priority issues, and reduce the U.S. bilateral goods trade deficit with Vietnam. Recognizing the tremendous growth of the bilateral economic relationship, Ambassador Gerrish and Vietnam’s Deputy Prime …
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Khanh Hoa, Vietnam, May 17, 2018 – With the agreement of the Government of Vietnam, the Pacific Partnership Program 2018 (PP18) kicked off in Khanh Hoa province, Vietnam on May 17, 2018, with the participation of U.S. Navy’s logistic ships USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) and USNS Brunswick, and Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force JDS Osumi. Apart from …
Read More» THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2018 Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Tran Dai Quang of Vietnam President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Tran Dai Quang of Vietnam to reaffirm their shared commitment to strengthening the United States-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership. President Trump …
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HANOI, January 23, 2018 – Today, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel J. Kritenbrink joined Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Chi Vinh, Deputy Minister of National Defense, in witnessing the signing of a Memorandum of Intent between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of National Defense Military Science Department to begin the …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 12, 2017 President Donald J. Trump’s Trip to Vietnam “Today the Vietnamese economy is one of the fastest-growing on earth…We know it is in America’s interests to have partners throughout this region that are thriving, prosperous, and dependent on no one… …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump’s Participation in the 25th Annual APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and 2017 APEC CEO Summit “We will find opportunities for our private sector to work with yours and to create jobs and wealth for us all. We seek strong partners, not weak partners. We seek strong neighbors, not weak neighbors. Above all, …
Read More» 1. At the invitation of President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tran Dai Quang, President of the United States of America Donald J. Trump paid a state visit to Hanoi, Vietnam, from November 11 to12, 2017. The two leaders discussed measures to strengthen and expand the Comprehensive Partnership between their two countries based on …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 11, 2017 Remarks by President Trump and President Quang of Vietnam at State Banquet International Convention Center Hanoi, Vietnam 8:18 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT QUANG: (As interpreted.) Mr. Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, distinguished American guests, ladies and gentlemen: On …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2017 Statement from the Press Secretary on President Donald J. Trump’s Upcoming Travel to Asia As was announced on September 29, 2017, President Donald J. Trump will travel to Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Hawaii, from November …
Read More» 09/11/2017 06:17 PM EDT Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 11, 2017 On September 11, Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan met with Communist Party of Vietnam External Relations Chairman Hoang Binh Quan to discuss a range of bilateral and regional issues. The Deputy Secretary and the Chairman affirmed the bright future …
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Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price, M.D. delivered the following keynote address at the 7th High Level Meeting on Health and the Economy of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Secretary Price attended the APEC meeting while on a three-nation visit to Asia in support of President Trump’s work …
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Release No: NR-285-17 Aug. 9, 2017 Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis hosted Vietnamese Minister of National Defense Ngo Xuan Lich for an official counterpart visit on August 8 to discuss the growing U.S.-Vietnam defense relationship and regional security challenges. The Secretary and the Minister of Defense agreed to deepen defense cooperation, including by expanding maritime …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 31, 2017 Joint Statement for Enhancing the Comprehensive Partnership between the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam The President of the United States of America Donald J. Trump hosted the Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Nguyen …
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CAM RANH INTERNATIONAL PORT, Vietnam, August 8, 2017 – The U.S. Navy’s USS San Diego (LPD 22) arrived in the Cam Ranh International Port on Aug. 6 for a routine technical stop and for the crew to have an opportunity to experience Nha Trang. The San Diego’s stop is another example of the depth of …
Read More» President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Daniel J. Kritenbrink to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to nominate individuals to key positions in his Administration including: Daniel J. Kritenbrink of Virginia to be Ambassador …
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HANOI, June 19, 2017 – The U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), in collaboration with the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP), yesterday held its 141st Repatriation Ceremony at Da Nang International Airport. During the ceremony, Vietnam officially transferred custody of remains believed to be those of U.S. personnel missing from the Vietnam War. …
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CAM RANH, Vietnam, June 13, 2017 – USS Coronado (LCS 4) is conducting an Expeditionary Preventive Maintenance Availability as part of a technical visit to Cam Ranh International Port, Vietnam June 11-15. The technical visit marks the first demonstration of expeditionary maintenance capabilities for the rotationally deployed Littoral Combat Ship independence-class variant. “This technical visit …
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CAM RANH INTERNATIONAL PORT, Vietnam (NNS) – Senators John McCain III, Christopher Coons, and John Barrasso visited the forward-deployed Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) during a routine technical stop in Cam Ranh International Port, Vietnam, on June 2. The Senators were piped aboard the ship as they …
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HANOI, May 26, 2017 – Ambassador Osius visited Khanh Hoa province from May 23 to 24 to highlight Pacific Partnership 17’s (PP17) collaboration with the province. During the two-day visit, Ambassador Osius met with Khanh Hoa People’s Committee Chairman Le Duc Vinh, visited PP17 personnel from the United States, Vietnam, Japan, the United Kingdom, and …
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HONOLULU, May 26, 2017 – The U.S. Coast Guard transferred a High Endurance Cutter to the Vietnam Coast Guard during a ceremony in Honolulu on Thursday morning. The ship, which will be renamed CSB 8020, is expected to improve the Vietnam Coast Guard’s maritime domain awareness, increase its capacity to perform maritime law enforcement operations, …
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Hanoi, May 22 – On May 22, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius officially handed over six 45-foot Metal Shark patrol boats to the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) in Quang Nam, Region II, marking another important step in the expanding security cooperation between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Delivering these patrol …
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The White House Office of the Vice President For Immediate Release April 20, 2017 ASEAN Secretariat Jakarta, Indonesia THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. This is my first visit to the Asia Pacific as Vice President of the United States, and I bring greetings from the President of the United States, President Donald Trump. And it …
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HANOI, March 15, 2017 – Today, U.S. Ambassador Ted Osius and Vice Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen The Phuong co-chaired the First Annual Donor Forum of the Mine Action Partnership Group (MAPG), a gathering of Vietnamese mine action agencies and international stakeholders dedicated to making Vietnam safe from the impact of explosive remnants of …
Read More» HANOI, February 16, 2017– On Monday, the United States Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) Deputy Director, Brigadier General Mark Spindler, met with the Director of the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP), Ambassador Le Thanh Tung, at the VNOSMP’s Ministry of National Defense Office in Hanoi. At the conclusion of the meeting, VNOSMP presented …
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Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State Ho Chi Minh University of Technology and Education Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam January 13, 2017 SECRETARY KERRY: President Dung, thank you very, very much for that introduction. Xin Chao Viet Nam. (Applause.) I want to thank Party Secretary Dinh La Thang, and the People’s Committee Chairman Nguyen Thanh …
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01/13/2017 04:39 AM EST Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State Hanoi, Vietnam January 13, 2017 PRIME MINISTER NGUYEN: (Via translator) Mr. Secretary, it’s a great pleasure to welcome you back to Vietnam. I wish you another successful trip on behalf of the government and people of Vietnam. And on behalf of the government and people …
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01/13/2017 04:38 AM EST Remarks John Kerry Secretary of State Hanoi, Vietnam January 13, 2017 SECRETARY KERRY: Mr. Deputy Minister, thank you very much. It’s a privilege (inaudible) to be able to share some thoughts with you today. And I’m delighted to be back in Vietnam where we are developing still the growing relationship between …
Read More» Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, 11/18/2016 – The 14th session of the annual U.S.-Vietnam Labor Dialogue took place in Hanoi on November 15. The Department of Labor Chief of Staff for the Bureau of International Labor Affairs Thomas Richards led the U.S. delegation and held productive discussions with Vice Minister Doan Mau Diep of …
Read More» HANOI, November 15, 2016 – An increasing number of students are crossing the globe to gain practical, international experience that they can apply in their careers and life in a global society. The 2016 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, released today, finds that there were 21,403 students from Vietnam, making it the 6th …
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Secretary of State John Kerry’s Remarks With Executive Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Dinh The Huynh U.S. Department of State Treaty Room Washington, DC October 25, 2016 SECRETARY KERRY: Good morning, everybody. It’s my pleasure to welcome the Executive Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Dinh The Huynh here to Washington for …
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Friday, September 30, 2016 Stanford University Ladies and Gentlemen, it is an honor to address you today and to discuss with you the future of the U.S.-Vietnam relationship. In 1995, our two countries made a bold choice to strike out a grand new journey together. Twenty years ago, I had the privilege of serving in …
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DA NANG, Vietnam, September 28, 2016 — The U.S. Navy and the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN) kicked off the seventh-annual Naval Engagement Activity (NEA) Vietnam with a welcome ceremony at Tien Sa Port in Da Nang, September 28. NEA Vietnam 2016 will focus on non-combatant events and will include symposia in military medicine and maritime …
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Tuesday, September 27, 2016 Ladies and Gentlemen, it is an honor to address you today and to discuss with you the future of the U.S.-Vietnam relationship. In 1995, our two countries made a bold choice to strike out a grand new journey together. Twenty years ago, I had the privilege of serving in Vietnam as …
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Washington, DC August 31, 2016 On behalf of President Obama and the American people, it is with great pleasure that I wish the people of Vietnam a joyous National Day this September 2. The relationship between our two countries and peoples is stronger than it has ever been. We are poised to make even more …
Read More» HANOI, August 31, 2016 — U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC), in coordination with the Vietnam National Mine Action Center (VNMAC), conducted Humanitarian Mine Action training at the Technical Engineering School in Son Tay from August 8 to 31, 2016. As part of a four-year program, this training will certify Vietnamese explosive ordnance and medical technicians in …
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HANOI, August 18, 2016 — The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently awarded a five-year grant to the Centre for Promotion of Quality of Life (LIFE), a Vietnamese organization, to strengthen community-led approaches to HIV prevention, care and treatment. “Community-based organizations are critical partners as Vietnam strives to achieve its ambitious targets,” said …
Read More» Remarks by Antony J. Blinken, Deputy Secretary of State Global Overview Report on Vietnam Remarks by Antony J. Blinken, Deputy Secretary of State Press Briefing Room Washington, DC August 10, 2016 DEPUTY SECRETARY BLINKEN: Morning, everyone. It is my pleasure today to join you to present the State Department’s International Religious Freedom Report for 2015. I especially want to thank Ambassador Saperstein and his entire team for their hard …
Read More» DA NANG, Vietnam, July 15, 2016 – Pacific Partnership 2016 (PP16) kicked off in Da Nang, Vietnam this morning, July 15, for the third consecutive year, with the arrival of the U.S. hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) and the Japanese Navy ship JSDS Shimokita (LST-4002). This year, the Vietnam People’s Navy ship Khanh Hoa is also …
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U.S. Department of State Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons Letter from Secretary Kerry Country Narrative: Vietnam (Tier 2) Letter From Secretary Kerry Dear Reader: If there is a single theme to this year’s Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, it is the conviction that there is nothing inevitable about trafficking in human beings. That conviction is where the process of change really …
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Wednesday, June 8, 2016 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm CSIS Headquarters Amy Searight: Good afternoon, welcome everybody! I’m Amy Searight. I’m the new director for Southeast Asia here at CSIS so this is my first official function and it’s a real pleasure for me to be able to introduce Ambassador Ted Osius, who is here with …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 25, 2016 GEM Convention Center Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 11:07 A.M. ICT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you! (Applause.) Thank you so much. Everybody, please have a seat. Thank you very much. Xin chào. (Applause.) Thank you, …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 25, 2016 The United States is committed to supporting Vietnam’s efforts to develop a 21st century higher education system to produce trained, job-ready graduates with the skills necessary to compete in an increasingly global …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 24, 2016 DreamPlex Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 5:20 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you. Zin chào. (Applause.) Thank you very much. Thank you. Well, it’s wonderful to be here in Ho Chi Minh City. Please have a …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 24, 2016 National Convention Center Hanoi, Vietnam 12:11 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Xin chào! (Applause.) Xin chào Vietnam! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you so much. To the government and the people of Vietnam, thank you for …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 24, 2016 JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam 11:45 A.M. ICT PRESIDENT OBAMA: I just had a wonderful conversation with some preeminent civil society activists here in Vietnam. And I just want to thank them for taking …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 24, 2016 The United States and Vietnam intend to deepen our clean energy cooperation in the civil nuclear field in recognition that the safe and secure use of nuclear power is an important low-carbon energy …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 24, 2016 The United States is continuing to strengthen its commercial relationship with Vietnam, a rapidly-growing country that offers U.S. businesses and workers substantial opportunities for expanded trade and investment, promoting economic growth …
Read More» Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 23, 2016 On the occasion of the visit by United States President Barack Obama to Vietnam on May 23–25, 2016, the Governments of the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam launched a new U.S.-Vietnam Partnership to Combat Wildlife Trafficking (the Partnership) guided …
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The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2016 Presidential Palace Hanoi, Vietnam 2:02 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT QUANG: (As interpreted.) The Honorable Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, distinguished American guests, ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the Vietnamese leaders and people, once …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2016 Joint Statement: Between the United States of America and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam At the invitation of the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tran Dai Quang, President of the United …
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THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2016 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT OBAMA AND PRESIDENT TRẦN ĐẠI QUANG OF VIETNAM IN JOINT PRESS CONFERENCE Presidential Palace Hanoi, Vietnam 12:59 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT QUANG: (As interpreted.) Your Excellency, President of the United States …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2016 Relations between the United States and Vietnam are at a historic high following the establishment of the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership in 2013 and the celebration of 20 years of diplomatic relations in …
Read More» U.S. Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 22, 2016 The Government of Vietnam, represented by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of Vietnam, and the Government of the United States, represented by the Department of State, fully appreciate the need to combat global climate change, one of the …
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Hanoi, March 23, 2016 {{IN VIETNAMESE}} Good afternoon, everyone. [Hanoi People’s Committee] Chairman [Nguyen Duc] Chung, [Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs] Minister [Le Hoai] Trung, thank you for participating in our inaugural “Meet the USA” conference. Ambassador Long, I would be remiss if I did not recognize you as the driving force behind this event. …
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HANOI, March 18, 2016 – The Commander of the United States Pacific Fleet Admiral Scott H. Swift and Commander of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific Lieutenant General John A. Toolan met with Rear Admiral Pham Hoai Nam, the Commander of the Vietnam People’s Navy March 18. Swift and Toolan were in Vietnam on a …
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An Op-Ed by Ambassador Ted Osius March 1, 2016 In January 2016, twenty American and Vietnamese cyclists embarked on what we called Hành Trinh Mới—a new journey—from Hà Nội to Huế. Our journey focused on the future: educating the next generation, tackling health and environmental challenges, and celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation. We also tried to …
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February 16, 2016 U.S.-ASEAN Connect is a new U.S. government initiative, announced by President Obama at the U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Sunnylands, CA, that will strengthen the United States economic engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the ASEAN Member States (AMS). Strong economic ties are at the core of the United States …
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Engagement with Southeast Asia, a strategically important, economically dynamic region at the heart of the Asia-Pacific, is a central pillar of the U.S. Rebalance to Asia. Sitting astride some of the world’s busiest shipping lanes, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is strategically important to U.S. interests, and is a key partner in addressing regional …
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(as prepared) January 14, 2016 [In Vietnamese] Chào tất cả quý vị! Rất cảm ơn quý vị đã mời tôi tới tham dự cuộc hội thảo tuyệt vời hôm nay. Tôi rất vui được gặp lại ở đây nhiều gương mặt thân quen, nhiều người bạn mới, và vui mừng được chứng kiến những mối …
Read More» Ambassador Osius and other U.S. officials attended a conference in HCMC co-organized by two leading think tanks from the U.S. and Vietnam, the Washington, DC-based Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and Center for Strategic Studies and International Development (CSSID) from Hanoi. Ambassador Osius noted in his remarks the benefits for Vietnam if it continues its …
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Xin chào! Chào mừng quý vị tới dự buổi hội thảo hôm nay! Tôi cảm thấy thật sự phấn khởi được phát biểu khai mạc buổi hội thảo quan trọng này cùng với người bạn của tôi, Tiến sỹ Tạ Ngọc Tấn. Cảm ơn Tiến sỹ Tấn vì sự lãnh đạo của Ngài. Tôi cũng …
Read More» Mission Vietnam dedicated the entire month of November to events that highlighted the benefits of international education and promoted U.S. values of innovation, diversity, and equal access to education. U.S. Embassy Hanoi held a series of education themed events to celebrate IEW2015, including workshops for over 600 YSEALI aspirants and members of the public on …
Read More» Throughout the month of October, the governments of the United States and Vietnam celebrated the 20th anniversary of U.S.-Vietnam health cooperation and normalized bilateral relations. U.S. Ambassador Ted Osius, Minister of Health Nguyen Thi Kim Tien, and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc attended a celebration ceremony on October 28th event and highlighted …
Read More» During the month of September, the U.S. Mission’s environment team celebrated 20 years of environmental cooperation between the United States in Vietnam through a series of visits and special events. To help us celebrate the anniversary, acting Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans, Environment and Science Judith Garber traveled from Washington, DC to Vietnam from …
Read More» Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC August 31, 2015 Vietnam’s National Day On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to congratulate the people of Vietnam as you celebrate your National Day on September 2. I was honored to visit Vietnam this August to mark …
Read More» Threaded though the entirety of our engagement with Vietnam are the priorities of respect for human rights and the rule of law. In August, the Embassy continued to engage with the Government of Vietnam as it works to implement legal reform to ensure its laws comply with its 2013 Constitution and obligations under international covenants. …
Read More» by Secretary John Kerry August 8, 2015 This is an historic moment as we mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of normal diplomatic relations between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. When President Clinton announced America’s decision in 1995, he did so with a clear mission. Echoing the words of Scripture, …
Read More» Well, good afternoon and welcome, everybody. (Applause.) This is an really historic moment as we mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of normal diplomatic relations between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. And what a journey it has been. And I congratulate all those of you who have helped to make …
Read More» SECRETARY KERRY: Hello. Sit down, everybody. Relax. Nice to see you. AMBASSADOR OSIUS: (In Vietnamese) John Kerry (in Vietnamese) Hanoi (in Vietnamese) Vietnam. (In Vietnamese) John Kerry (in Vietnamese) Vietnam, Cuba, Iran (in Vietnamese). It is my great honor to have Secretary John Kerry here. (Laughter.) SECRETARY KERRY: I got the Cuba, Iran – AMBASSADOR …
Read More» FOREIGN MINISTER MINH: (Via interpreter) Secretary John Kerry, members of the press and media, first of all, I would like to welcome Mr. Secretary John Kerry back to Vietnam on his official visit. Your visit take place at very important moment when our two countries celebrate the 20th anniversary of our establishment of diplomatic relations. …
Read More» Exactly twenty years ago, in July 1995, the formal normalization of diplomatic relations between the United State of America and Vietnam took place. To celebrate this milestone, the U.S Embassy in Hanoi and the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City held two galas. The process of normalization involved varied efforts by multiple groups from …
Read More» Good afternoon everyone! It’s my great pleasure to be with you here today on the occasion of my official visit to the United States. I would like to thank the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) for inviting me to address this meeting. I’ve learned that CSIS is one of the preeminent institutions for …
Read More» THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. July 7, 2015 REMARKS BY PRESIDENT OBAMA AND GENERAL SECRETARY NGUYEN PHU TRONG OF VIETNAM AFTER BILATERAL MEETING Oval Office 12:32 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: As you heard, I got an invitation to Vietnam. And I think this is indicative of the remarkable progress that’s …
Read More» Following is the text of a joint vision statement released by the governments of the United States and Vietnam. THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary Washington, D.C. July 7, 2015 United States – Vietnam Joint Vision Statement At the invitation of the Administration of President Barack Obama, His Excellency Nguyen Phu Trong, General …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release July 07, 2015 At the invitation of the Administration of President Barack Obama, His Excellency Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Central Committee of …
Read More» THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2015 On July 7, 2015, President Obama will welcome to the White House Nguyen Phu Trong, the General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam. The President looks forward to discussing with General Secretary Trong ways to strengthen …
Read More» In June, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) helped celebrate the 20th anniversary of normalized relations by highlighting key development accomplishments and engaging youth in development issues via social media posts and innovative activities. USAID/Vietnam’s Mission Director, Joakim Parker, gave a presentation at the American Center focusing on the role of partnerships in development. …
Read More» In May, Mission Vietnam’s consular team helped to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the normalization of U.S.-Vietnam relations through a series of activities focused on increasing tourism, education, business, and people-to-people ties between the United States and Vietnam. Consular staff hosted the first-ever U.S. Travel Forum for over 100 representatives from travel agencies, business groups, …
Read More» This month we are celebrating the growth in our bilateral economic relationship and the benefits it brings to both Vietnamese and U.S. citizens. Since the lifting of the U.S. trade embargo in 1994, bilateral trade has grown from just $451 million to nearly $35 billion last year, and the United States has become the single …
Read More» March – Security Assistance Photos of activities by the PACIFIC ANGEL in Vietnam After six days of humanitarian assistance efforts in Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam, members of the U.S. military and Vietnam People’s Army concluded the Pacific Angel program on March 30, 2015. Seventy seven U.S. military members joined approximately 16 members of the VPA, six military medical experts from Singapore, Thailand and …
Read More» “Peace and Innovation” tour of Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra from Phillips Exeter Academy, New Hampshire, celebrates the 20th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Vietnam. Phillips Exeter Academy’s acclaimed Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra travelled to Vietnam to perform concerts of classical Western music and Vietnamese folk songs. During …
Read More» Advancing Peace and Prosperity in 2015 Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam Friday January 23, 2015 Thank you very much. Cảm ơn. Let me thank Dr. Tuan Hoang for his very kind introduction, and for the important work he has done, both as a former Minister Counselor at Vietnam’s Embassy in the United States, and …
Read More» Deputy Assistant Secretary Peter Harrell Counter Threat Finance and Sanctions Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs VietnamNet November 5, 2014 Deputy Assistant Secretary Harrell: Let me first say that I really appreciate the chance to be here in Hanoi yesterday and today to talk with the Vietnamese government about a variety of issues including Russia …
Read More» Moderator: — But we’re very fortunate in our visitor today because of the wide-ranging nature of the topics, which are of such interest these days, we’re pleased to have Tom Malinowski who is the Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, the Department of State. He’s been in that position since April …
Read More» Secretary Kerry met with Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister Minh on October 2 to discuss progress on implementing the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership, launched by President Obama and President Sang in July 2013. Secretary Kerry highlighted the conclusion of the U.S.-Vietnam Civil Nuclear Cooperation (123) agreement and expanding maritime security cooperation as examples of …
Read More» Vietnam’s National Day On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to congratulate the people of Vietnam as you celebrate your National Day on September 2. Our relationship has grown in ways many would never have predicted. We have moved past war and division. In the years since …
Read More» By Jim Garamone | DOD News | 18 August 2014 U.S. Army General Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (right), talks with sailors at the Vietnam Naval Zone 3 base in Da Nang, Vietnam, on August 15. Dempsey is the first chairman to visit the country since the Vietnam War. This …
Read More» Ambassador David B. Shear spoke at the July 1 launch of the Vietnam-U.S. Alumni Club (VUSAC) in Hanoi. “As President Obama noted during President Sang’s visit to Washington last year to announce the Comprehensive Partnership, people-to-people relations are “the glue” that strengthens relations between our two nations. I congratulate the alumni for the formation of …
Read More» Embassy Hanoi welcomed guests to the official reopening of the high-tech American Center on Monday morning, April 14, 2014. A seven-month renovation resulted in the complete transformation of the American Center, which now includes cutting-edge technology, wall and table maps of the United States, an English Language Lab, a mini-museum of Americana items, and a …
Read More» Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC December 16, 2013 In July 2013, Presidents Obama and Sang launched the U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership, an overarching framework for advancing the bilateral relationship. The new partnership advances key initiatives to bolster U.S.-Vietnam relations and underscores the enduring U.S. commitment to the Asia-Pacific rebalance. In an effort to advance the …
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