The Vietnamese victory at Dien Bien Phu on May 7, 1954 resulted in the signing of the Geneva Agreement to end the war and restore peace in Indochina. It inspired and encouraged anti-colonialist movements around the world.  On the 70th anniversary of the victory, we uphold the

Delighted to meet with Senator Brian Schatz! Appreciate his dedication to progress & strong belief in the potential of our two countries. Inspired by his remark that the story of Vietnam and America, and our evolving relationship, is a story of developing a path to peace. Looking

Happy to have a fruitful discussion with Hawaii’s Governor Josh Green on leveraging the 🇻🇳-🇺🇸 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to boost cooperation between Hawaii and Viet Nam. Much potential is untapped in trade, investment, technology, culture, tourism, and other key areas.

Pleased to attend a productive roundtable hosted by President Sherry Menor-McNamara of Chamber of Commerce Hawaii. Hopeful that excellent ideas explored on business opportunitites between Hawaii and Viet Nam will be realized in the future.

Had a memorable tour of the newly-established Wahiawa Value-Added Product Development Center, a unique food-based business incubator. Wish Chancellor Carlos Peñaloza and Manager Chris Bailey great success in making the center a role model for promoting local agricultural

Had a productive meeting with Hawaii's Chief Energy Officer, Mark Glick, where we exchanged valuable insights and experiences on energy transition and security. Grateful for his support in advancing bilateral cooperation on energy, including the Energy Security Dialogue.

Delighted to visit the office of Lt. Gen. Dan Leaf (ret.), Honorary Consul of Viet Nam in Hawaii since July 2023. Deeply appreciate his dedicated service over the past year. Counting on his enduring support for the Vietnamese and local communities, and for overall 🇻🇳- 🇺🇸

Had a constructive meeting with Director Gumataotao, the leadership and faculty of DKI APCSS DKI APCSS . Impressed by their commitment to fostering dialogues and understanding among thinkers and decision-makers from diverse perspectives. Looking forward to increased collaboration

Had an engaging chat with the leaders, faculty, and students of University of Hawaii at Mānoa. Your dedication to academic excellence, diversity, and community is truly admirable. A special shoutout to the students from 🇻🇳 and those of Vietnamese heritage. Hopeful that more of

A productive conversation with President Vares-Lum and the leaders and fellows of the East-West Center (EWC). Grateful for their efforts to bridge cultural gaps and foster understanding across the Asia-Pacific. Explored avenues for deeper EWC collaboration with partners in Viet

A fruitful meeting with Director @James Tokioka at the Hawaii DBEDT. Discussed 🇻🇳 - 🇺🇸 economic ties, particularly trade, investment, tourism, and skilled workforce training. Excited about the prospects for future cooperation.

A memorable visit to DPAA. Addressing war legacies is crucial for the reconciliation and healing between our nations. 🇻🇳 remains fully committed, and hopes our 🇺🇸 partners will continue to demonstrate similar dedication and resolve.

Honored to meet Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of INDOPACOM, and greatly enjoyed his exclusive barge tour of Pearl Harbor. The continuing efforts by 🇻🇳 and 🇺🇸 in addressing war legacies fortify my belief that the two countries will enjoy a promising future of cooperation and

Proudly hosting the largest-ever delegation of over 70 Vietnamese companies to attend the Select USA Summit 2024. Feeling confident in the determination of Vietnamese companies to reach out to the world’s most competitive market and optimistic about the future of 🇻🇳-🇺🇸bilateral

It is with deep sorrow and great sadness that I mourn the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong on July 19, 2024. The General Secretary was a strategic visionary and innovative ideologue. He leaves behind a legacy that will be the firm foundation for the development of

Deeply impressed by newly-elected General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam To Lam's commitment to “tirelessly striving, together with comrades of the Party Central Committee to inherit, and vigorously build on the glorious tradition and valuable experience of our