As Vietnam experiences the tropical storm and typhoon season, all Australians in Vietnam are encouraged to stay informed and prepared. Monitor official weather updates from Vietnam's National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF): https://www.nchmf.gov.vn Check the latest Australian Government travel advice, including information on tropical storms and natural disasters: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/vietnam https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/news-and.../tropical-storms Tropical storms can bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, flooding, landslides and travel disruptions with little notice. Follow local authorities' advice, review your travel plans if necessary, and ensure your family and friends know how to contact you.

 

 

ACIAR and Vietnam Deepen Research Collaboration for Green Transformation, Resilience and Sustainability in Agriculture

13 August 2026

The Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) have announced a 10-year research collaboration strategy (2026 – 2035) and agreed in-principle to invest A$3.3 million, together with additional in-kind contributions in two new research projects, during the high-level visit of Vietnam’s General Secretary and President, HE To Lam, to Australia from 9 to 12 August.

Joint statement on deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Viet Nam and Australia

11 August 2026

On the occasion of his visit to Australia, His Excellency To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and State President of Viet Nam, met the Honourable Anthony Albanese MP, the Prime Minister of Australia in Canberra, on the traditional land of the Ngunnawal peoples.

Leaders reaffirmed the strength of the Viet Nam-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) built on mutual strategic trust and understanding over more than 50 years. They welcomed the substantial progress in deepening the CSP, reflecting the increasing convergence of strategic interests and agreed that cooperation should be ambitious and forward-looking.

Joint statement on economic resilience cooperation between Viet Nam and Australia

11 August 2026

On the occasion of the visit to Australia by His Excellency To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and State President of Viet Nam, the Leaders of Viet Nam and Australia agreed and committed to deepening cooperation on economic resilience, pursuant to our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Joint statement on the enhancement of science, technology and innovation connectivity between Australia and Viet Nam

11 August 2026

On the occasion of the visit to Australia by His Excellency To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Viet Nam and State President of Viet Nam, the Leaders of Viet Nam and Australia reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation in science, technology and innovation, building on the Viet Nam - Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and our Joint Statement on Economic Resilience Cooperation.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Opening remarks, Parliament House

11 August 2026

TÔ LÂM, GENERAL SECRETARY AND PRESIDENT OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM: The Honourable Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, I am much delighted to return to the beautiful country of Australia on this state visit. I'd like to extend my sincere thanks to the leaders and people of Australia and you personally for the warm welcome extended to me and the high-level delegation of Vietnam. 

Deepening Australia and Vietnam's economic partnership

11 August 2026

Australia and Vietnam have agreed to strengthen cooperation across education, trade and innovation, to enhance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

Strengthening defence and security ties with Vietnam

11 August 2026

Australia and Vietnam have agreed to bolster defence and security cooperation to support our shared commitment to a peaceful, stable and prosperous region.

Joint media statement - Parliament House, Canberra

11 August 2026

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER OF AUSTRALIA: It is my great pleasure to welcome the General Secretary and State President of Vietnam, Tô Lâm, in what is his first official visit to Australia. Australia and Vietnam are close friends and trusted strategic partners. Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies in our region. Its success creates opportunities for both of our countries, and our trade relationship is stronger than ever. 

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If you are in Hanoi or elsewhere in the northern part of Vietnam and need consular assistance please contact us at +84 24 3774 0100 or [email protected]. If you are in Thua Thien Hue province or south of Thua Thien Hue, including Ho Chi Minh City, please contact us on +84  28 3521 8100 or visit the Consulate General website.

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