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Liechtenstein PM’s Vietnam visit a success on every front: Deputy FM
The October 17-19 official visit to Vietnam by Prime Minister of Liechtenstein Brigitte Haas has broken new ground after 18 years, building political trust and supporting the rollout of shared bilateral and multilateral agreements. It also reinforced Vietnam’s role as a gateway to ASEAN and Liechtenstein’s links to the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
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Vietnam–EFTA trade deal seen opening door to capital, technology, skills
EFTA companies investing in Vietnam would gain a suitably trained workforce, while young, adaptable Vietnamese workers would acquire skills, higher incomes and access to high-value industries, helping the country move beyond its image as a low-cost processing and manufacturing base.
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man meets with Liechtenstein PM Brigitte Haas
Admiring Liechtenstein's development achievements, particularly its strong financial sector, high-tech industries and per-capita income among the world's highest, the NA President affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to and wants to further strengthen cooperation with Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein Prime Minister concludes official visit to Vietnam
New chapter in Vietnam-Switzerland comprehensive partnership
Swiss President wraps up successful visit to Vietnam
Top leader receives Liechtenstein Prime Minister
Vietnam, Liechtenstein step up cooperation, tap opportunities from new agreements
Oct 18, 2026 22:25
Vietnam attaches importance to its relations with Liechtenstein and values the principality’s standing and strengths in science and technology, innovation, finance, technology and highly skilled human resources development, said Prime Minister Le Minh Hung.
Vietnam, Switzerland seek to deepen parliamentary cooperation
Oct 18, 2026 22:25
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and Swiss President Guy Parmelin agreed to leverage parliamentary cooperation to promote the implementation of high-level agreements, linking exchanges of legislative experience with oversight of implementation.
Vietnam, Iceland boost economic, trade, investment ties
Oct 18, 2026 20:25
The foreign ministries of Vietnam and Iceland should maintain close coordination and play their role as focal agencies in further advancing bilateral cooperation.
Vietnam, EFTA sign free trade agreement after 14 years of negotiations
Oct 18, 2026 15:15
The Vietnam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement is expected to open up new avenues for cooperation and provide fresh impetus for economic growth, innovation and sustainable development, delivering tangible benefits to people and businesses in Vietnam and EFTA member states.
Top Vietnamese leader hosts banquet in honour of Swiss President
Oct 17, 2026 22:42
The General Secretary and President noted that since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1971, Vietnam and Switzerland have consistently nurtured their friendship, strengthened political trust and expanded cooperation across various fields for the benefit of their people.
Vietnam, Switzerland to turn education, sci-tech, innovation into cooperation focus
Oct 17, 2026 22:42
The two sides pledged to promote ties between innovation hubs, research institutes, universities, and enterprises, while stepping up collaboration in AI, quantum technology, green energy, the digital economy, higher education, and vocational training.
Vietnam attaches importance to friendship, multifaceted cooperation with Switzerland: Top leader
Oct 17, 2026 22:41
The two leaders expressed their confidence that the official visit by the Swiss President and his spouse will further strengthen friendship, political trust and mutual understanding between the two countries, creating fresh momentum for the Vietnam-Switzerland Comprehensive Partnership to develop in an increasingly profound, substantive, effective and sustainable manner.
Liechtenstein Prime Minister arrives in Hanoi, starting official visit to Vietnam
Oct 17, 2026 22:41
The visit comes at a favourable time, following the conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) in July 2026. The agreement is expected to provide an important framework for further expanding Vietnam’s economic ties with Liechtenstein and other EFTA members, facilitating trade, investment and business connections.
Vietnam, Norway promote multifaceted cooperation
Oct 17, 2026 14:23
Hang welcomed Bergmål’s first visit to Vietnam, affirming that Vietnam attaches importance to its traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Norway. She expressed her satisfaction with the positive development of the bilateral ties, underpinned by political trust, mutual respect and a shared commitment to sustainable development.
Swiss President’s Vietnam visit to open up new phase of bilateral collaboration
Oct 17, 2026 14:18
Vietnamese Ambassador to Switzerland Chau Mai Anh described President Parmelin’s visit as an important milestone in advancing bilateral relations towards deeper political engagement, more substantive economic cooperation and broader opportunities for future collaboration.
Swiss President’s visit to Vietnam to translate cooperation potential into tangible results
Oct 15, 2026 22:20
Ambassador Chau Mai Anh noted that while the past 55 years have laid a solid foundation of trust and cooperation, the Comprehensive Partnership heralds a new phase for the countries to expand areas of collaboration and translate commitments and existing potential into concrete projects delivering practical, long-term benefits for both countries.
Liechtenstein PM’s Vietnam visit expected to provide fresh impetus for bilateral ties: Ambassador
Oct 14, 2026 21:20
A new chapter in ties should translate the existing political foundation into more concrete links in the fields of the economy, technology and business, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein Chau Mai Anh.
Vietnam, Switzerland enjoy fruitful relations as their diplomatic ties turn 55
Oct 12, 2026 16:46
The 55-year milestone reflects the strong potential for further cooperation as Vietnam and Switzerland work to advance shared interests and strengthen their Comprehensive Partnership.
Vietnam, Switzerland seek to deepen traditional friendship, expand cooperation
Sep 30, 2026 22:23
Looking ahead, Vietnam wishes to work with Switzerland to further deepen bilateral relations, with traditional friendship and political trust as the foundation, economic cooperation as a pillar, and science-technology and innovation as drivers, National Assembly Vice President Nguyen Thi Thanh said, adding that the two sides should also expand cooperation in areas where Switzerland has strengths and Vietnam has needs.
National Assembly Vice President visits Norway to further promote bilateral ties
Sep 27, 2026 21:45
Vice President of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Doan Anh led a delegation to visit Norway from September 25-27.
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