Nguyễn Phú Trọng: Key moments of his ‘Bamboo Diplomacy’ art
Nguyễn Phú Trọng, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Central Committee, has significantly shaped the nation's international relations through his unwavering dedication, profound intellect, and steadfast commitment to fostering global partnerships.
Nguyễn Phú Trọng, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Central Committee, has significantly shaped the nation's international relations through his unwavering dedication, profound intellect, and steadfast commitment to fostering global partnerships.
From his humble beginnings in Đông Hội Commune, Đông Anh District, Hà Nội, to his esteemed roles as President, National Assembly Chairman, and General Secretary, Trọng's life is a testament to his tireless efforts in enhancing Việt Nam's position on the global stage. His strategic vision and diplomatic acumen have been pivotal in forging strong international alliances and advancing Việt Nam's interests worldwide.
This photo essay captures key moments of his extraordinary journey, reflecting his leadership in international diplomacy, his interactions with global leaders, and his enduring legacy in strengthening Việt Nam's role in the international community.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyễn Phú Trọng held talks in Hà Nội with General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping in December 2023. — VNA/VNS PhotoParty General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng received the visiting Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Victorovich Volodin in Hà Nội on October 16, 2023. — VNA/VNS Photo Trí DũngParty General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng welcomed President of the United States Joe Biden in Hà Nội on the President’s State visit to Việt Nam in September 2023. — VNA/VNS Photo Trí DũngParty General Secretary and President Nguyễn Phú Trọng welcomed President of the Cambodian People’s Party and Prime Minister of Cambodia Samdech Techo Hun Sen in 2019. — VNA/VNS Trí DũngGeneral Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Nguyễn Phú Trọng had talks with First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) Central Committee and President of the Councils of State and Ministers of Cuba Raul Castro Ruz in Havana in 2018. — VNA/VNS PhotoGeneral Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Nguyễn Phú Trọng met with French friends in his visit to the country in 2018 . — VNA/VNS Photo Trí DũngGeneral Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng (L) and Party General Secretary and President of Laos Bounnhang Vorachith (R) visited the National University of Laos in Vientiane in 2016. — VNA/VNS PhotoVietnamese Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng met with US Senator John McCain in Washington in 2015 and presented him with a souvenir. — VNS Photo Trí Dũng
General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng at a meeting with Acting Chairman of the State Duma I. Melnikov at the time in Moscow in 2014. — VNA/VNS Photo
ĐBP - On the afternoon of June 16, the Điện Biên provincial People’s Committee organized a meeting to celebrate the 101st anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 - 2026) and to review and present the 4th Điện Biên province Journalism Award (2025).
ĐBP - In the context of deeper integration and development, building and promoting the image of Điện Biên as a friendly province rich in cultural identity and development potential has become an important mission to attract tourists and investors while creating momentum for sustainable growth.
ĐBP - Boosting the studying and following of Hồ Chí Minh’s ideology, ethics, and style, over the past years, Thanh Yên No.1 Kindergarten has always effectively implemented campaigns and emulation movements, doing well in the care, nourishment, and education of children.
ĐBP - To enable citizens to effectively use level-2 VNeID electronic identification accounts, police forces across Điện Biên province have actively gone down to the grassroots, directly guiding the installation and usage of features on the application.
ĐBP - On June 15, Trần Tiến Dũng, Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Điện Biên provincial Party Committee, and Head of the provincial National Assembly Deputy Delegation, chaired a working session with a delegation from staBOO Holding AG (Switzerland) and its partners.
ĐBP - Thousands of criminal cases and major investigations dismantled, thousands of offenders brought to justice, and large quantities of heroin, opium, synthetic drugs, and related evidence seized.
ĐBP - Điện Biên possesses great potential to develop community-based tourism, with the expectation of creating new livelihoods for local people. However, for a long time, most models have operated independently, lacking connectivity and failing to fully exploit existing advantages. To overcome this reality, the province has deployed multiple synchronized solutions to “empower” this type of tourism to develop sustainably and professionally.
ĐBP - Following the launch ceremony of the emulation movement “All people join hands to protect the environment, for a green, clean, and beautiful Vietnam,” the responsive atmosphere has rapidly spread across all communes and wards in Điện Biên province.
ĐBP - Following the official operation of the two-level local government model, alongside stabilizing their organizational apparatus, many communes and wards across the province have rapidly focused on maintaining and promoting traditional cultural values and signature tourism products. The proactivity of these localities has made an important contribution to preserving cultural identity as well as continuing to assert the culture-tourism “brand”, creating a driving force to promote sustainable development in the new phase.
ĐBP - On a June morning, gentle golden sunlight blankets the mountain slopes along the Mã River. The river still flows quietly amidst the mountains and forests, reflecting villages that are innovating day by day. Nearly a year after the historic flood, the scars of natural disaster in Mường Luân are gradually fading, making way for the green of fields, orchards, and spacious houses.
ĐBP - In the process of sustainable development in ethnic minority areas, the prevention and control of child marriage and consanguineous marriage is not only an urgent task but also a metric of human resource quality and social progress.
ĐBP - Identifying transportation as a lever to promote socio-economic development, over the past years, Mường Ảng commune has concentrated resources on investing in transport infrastructure to effectively leverage existing potentials and advantages.
ĐBP - Recently, the use of weedkillers in agricultural production has become a habit for many residents in Pú Nhung commune due to its quickness, saving effort, and labor costs. However, behind this immediate convenience are significant consequences for the environment, human health, and the quality of cultivated soil.
ĐBP - Unplugging electrical appliances after use, regularly inspecting and replacing substandard devices to limit power loss... have become a habit for many households. Small changes in daily activities are contributing to shaping a thrifty lifestyle and more efficient electricity consumption.
ĐBP - From remote highland villages still facing many hardships, to rice fields entering harvest season, and rural roads blooming with colorful flowers, wherever people are in need, the blue shirts of volunteers are present. In the summer of 2026, the youth of Điện Biên continue to write beautiful stories through practical and meaningful actions. Every structure built, every family assisted, and every road cleaned carries the enthusiasm, responsibility, and spirit of sharing that young people devote to their community.
ĐBP - On the morning of June 13, in Hồ Chí Minh City, Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng, Chairman of the Central Emulation and Commendation Council, launched the emulation movement “Determined to successfully realize the sustainable double-digit growth target for the 2026 - 2030 period.”
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