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The assault on the largely leveled city was led by troops from the Wagner Group of mercenaries, whose leader Yevgeny Prigozhin said earlier in the day that his troops had finally pushed the Ukrainians out of the last built-up area inside the city. Taking Bakhmut - which Russia refers to by its Soviet-era name of Artyomovsk - would represent Moscow's first big victory in the conflict in more than 10 months. "As a result of offensive actions by Wagner assault units, supported by artillery and aviation of the Southern Group of Forces, the liberation of Artyomovsk has been completed," the Russian defense ministry said in a one-line statement. Kyiv denied Prigozhin's claim earlier on Saturday but did not have an immediate response to the defense ministry's statement. Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated troops on capturing the city and said those who had distinguished themselves would be given awards, domestic Russian news agencies reported. The claims came after a … [Read more...] about Russia says Ukrainian city of Bakhmut captured

Brussels (VNA) - Vietnamese Ambassador to the Netherlands Pham Viet Anh has chaired a meeting of the Asian-Australian Ambassadors to the European country, during which the diplomats discuss measures to strengthen cultural connections among the nations. Dewi van de Weerd, Ambassador for International Cultural Cooperation at the Netherlands' Ministry of Foreign Affairs, briefed participants on the international culture policies of her country. The Netherlands aims to not only promote its culture abroad, but also support artists and creative workers to operate in other countries to make the Dutch culture stronger, she said. She highlighted the priority regions in the Netherlands' international culture policy, affirming that cultural heritage is an important factor to connect cultures, including the linkages between Vietnam and the Netherlands in particular and between Asian and European countries in general. Like the Netherlands , a number of Asian countries, especially … [Read more...] about Vietnam joins other Asian nations to strengthen cultural connectivity with Netherlands

Despite challenges, both sides have made concerted efforts to promote cooperation in various areas, including the economy, science, technology, and education. Vietnam gives priority to its long-standing and strategic comprehensive partnership with Russia . Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, emphasized this view today [May 21] during his meeting with Chairman of the United Russia Party Dmitry Medvedev, who is currently on an official visit to Vietnam from May 21 to 23 as part of the cooperation agreement between the two parties. General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong and Chairman of the United Russia Party of Russia Dmitry Medvedev. Photos: VNA In a warm and friendly atmosphere, Trong welcomed the Russian guest, the first leader of the ruling United Russia Party, to visit Vietnam. During the meeting, the Vietnamese Party leader shared with Medvedev the achievements of the Vietnamese … [Read more...] about Vietnam gives priority to comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia: Party chief

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and  Chairman of the United Russia Party (URP) and Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong held talks with Chairman of the United Russia Party (URP) and Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia Dmitry Medvedev, who is on a working Vietnam visit from May 21-23 under a cooperation agreement between the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the URP. It is his first Vietnam visit in the capacity as leader of the ruling URP. Party chief Trong outlined the key tasks set by the CPV for socio-economic and cultural development. On Party building which is a crucial task, he highlighted the positive changes in Party building and rectification, with concerted efforts to combat corruption and negative phenomena. He expressed his appreciation for achievements made by Russia under the leadership of President Vladimir Putin and the URP. … [Read more...] about Party chief holds talks with Chairman of United Russia Party

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and URP Chairman Dmitry Medvedev (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam treasures its traditional friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told Dmitry Medvedev , Chairman of the ruling United Russia Party (URP) and Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia during a reception in Hanoi on May 22. comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam, while maintaining and strengthening traditional cooperation areas, expanding collaboration in economy and trade, investment, culture, tourism, locality-to-locality and people-to-people exchanges, among others. At the reception (Photo: VNA) They shared the view that amid difficulties and challenges faced by the global economy, it is necessary to adopt measures to strengthen the effectiveness of bilateral cooperation, in the spirit of harmonising interests and sharing risks. They also vowed to deepen joint work in such areas as … [Read more...] about Vietnam treasures comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia: PM

Russia sees Vietnam as a key partner, expecting to boost bilateral relations, Dmitry Medvedev, chairman of the United Russia Party and deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council, told meetings with top Vietnamese officials on Monday, as part of his ongoing working visit to Vietnam. Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and Truong Thi Mai, permanent member of the Party Central Committee Secretariat, held receptions for the Russian representative. Vietnam is one of Russia’s major partners in Asia Pacific, especially in Southeast Asia, Medvedev underlined. Medvedev affirmed that the United Russia Party always throws its support behind the comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam and stronger cooperation in various fields such as economy, trade, investment, culture, and tourism. United Russia Party Chairman Dmitry Medvedev lays a wreath and pays respects to late President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam. Photo: Vietnam … [Read more...] about Russia appreciates partnership with Vietnam: United Russia Party chairman

Chairman of the United Russia Party and Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev (L) and Lao President and Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee Thongloun Sioulith  attend a signing ceremony during their meeting in Vientiane, Laos , on May 23, 2023.(Photo: sputniknews) Vientiane (VNA) – Chairman of the United Russia Party and Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev on May 23 held talks with Thongloun Sisoulith, Lao President and Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee, in his working visit to Laos at the invitation of the country's leader. Party and the implementation of the 9th Five-Year National Socio-economic Development Plan of the country. VNA … [Read more...] about Laos, Russia cement solidarity

Nearly 70 masterpieces of Dutch artists from the Golden Age to the end of the 19th century are being showcased at the exhibition “Blooming Light, Soaking Light” which opened in Hanoi on Friday. The exhibition is co-organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Hanoi and the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-Netherlands diplomatic ties. Sixty-nine works of art by 66 Dutch master painters, selected from the collection of Rijksmuseum, the national museum of the Netherlands, are introduced at the exhibition through a hybrid format which combines fine printing on silk and digital projection. The exhibition recreates and interprets light in Dutch art history and reveals how it reflects the changes in the human perception of reality and the metaphysical world. Art lovers and visitors to the exhibition can enjoy classic works from the Dutch Golden Age, which started from the end of the 16th century to the 17th century, such … [Read more...] about The Netherlands brings art masterpieces to Hanoi

People in red and yellow "ao dai" form a mosaic of the S-shaped Vietnam at the event in Utrecht city, the Netherlands, on May 28. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – More than 100 Vietnamese people from across the Netherlands gathered at a festival titled “Shape of Vietnam” in Utrecht city on May 28 as part of the activities marking the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relations. The event was held by the organisations of Vietnamese people in the Netherlands such as the women, intellectuals, and students’ associations. Wearing the traditional costume of “ao dai” in red and yellow – the two colours of the Vietnamese national flag, the expatriates showed visitors to the square of the Utrecht central station a human mosaic of the S-shaped Vietnam with Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) included. A human mosaic of the words “I love VN” also formed part of the festival. Besides, Vietnam-themed songs and dances were performed to the amusement from both … [Read more...] about Festival enhances solidarity of Vietnamese community in Netherlands

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Netherlands Pham Viet Anh speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Student Association in the Netherlands (VSNL) has recently held a career fair at the headquarters of the Vietnamese Embassy in the European country. Speakers, those who had graduated and are working in the Netherlands, shared their experience on career options and required procedures when applying for a job. Netherlands Pham Viet Anh highly appreciated the VSNL's initiative and efforts in connecting students and the Vietnamese community, creating opportunities for them to grasp information, knowledge and experience. The Ambassador also answered many questions raised by students as well as shared experience in learning and career orientation. While affirming the Embassy's support for students' activities, he wished the future generation of the country to study well to achieve high results, nurture their ambitions and succeed in their careers./ VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnamese students in Netherlands hold career fair