World Economic Forum on ASEAN (WEF ASEAN), held in Hanoi from September 11–13, 2018 (Photo: VNA)
“Cybersecurity” session at the WEF ASEAN 2018 (Hanoi, September 12, 2018). (Photo: VNA)
ASEAN children perform at the opening night of the ASEAN+ Children’s Festival 2017, themed “Exploration Journey” (Hanoi, June 1, 2017). (Photo: VNA)
Opening of the ASEAN exhibition on photos, and reportage - documentary films, Binh Duong, December 7, 2018. (Photo: VNA)
Welcome ceremony for the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP) at Hiep Phuoc Port, Ho Chi Minh City, November 10, 2019. (Photo: VNA)
As ASEAN Chair in 2020, Vietnam initiated and led the completion of key documents to guide ASEAN’s future development. In photo: Opening ceremony of the 37th ASEAN Summit (Hanoi, November 12, 2020). (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam’s three terms as ASEAN Chair – in 1998, 2010 and 2020 – marked major contributions. In photo: The 17th ASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces Meeting held virtually (Hanoi, September 24, 2020). (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam has played an important role in shaping ASEAN’s goals and strategic directions. In photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the ASEAN High-level Forum on Sub-regional Cooperation (Hanoi, November 30, 2021). (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam has contributed to expanding ASEAN’s partnerships. In photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and ASEAN leaders meet US President Joe Biden during the ASEAN–US Special Summit (Washington D.C., May 12, 2022). (Photo: VNA)
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attends the ASEAN–Canada Special Summit (Indonesia, September 6, 2023). (Photo: VNA)
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and ASEAN leaders at the ASEAN–Japan Commemorative Summit. (Photo: VNA)
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attends and speaks at the ASEAN–Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 20, 2023). (Photo: VNA)
Diplomatic corps cycle in celebration of ASEAN Family Day 2022, co-organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ASEAN Women’s Circle in Hanoi (August 13, 2022). (Photo: VNA)
International journalism workshop held to promote knowledge exchange on digital transformation in media in ASEAN (Hanoi, December 6, 2023). (Photo: VNA)
Following two successful editions in Hanoi (April 2024 and February 2025), the ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) has become a true platform by and for ASEAN, affirming Vietnam’s leadership in shaping strategic vision for the region. In photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at AFF 2024. (Photo: VNA)
Party General Secretary To Lam and spouse join ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn and spouse in cutting a cake to mark the 30th anniversary of Vietnam’s ASEAN membership (Indonesia, March 10, 2025). (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam plays active, proactive and responsible role in ASEAN (P2)
Since officially joining the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on July 28, 1995, Vietnam has swiftly integrated into the regional bloc, participating comprehensively in all areas of cooperation. Over the past 30 years, Vietnam has made significant contributions to maintaining intra-bloc solidarity, enhancing cooperation among member states and with external partners, thereby fostering ASEAN’s development and successes.
