Hanoi, Nov. 14 -- For the first time, the draft documents for the 14th National Party Congress propose recognising "external relations and international integration" as a core, regular task, on par with national defence and security, reflecting a new strategic mindset in safeguarding and advancing national interests.

Commenting over the proposal, Chief of the Office of the Inter-sectoral Steering Committee for International Economic Integration Ta Hoang Linh said it demonstrates Vietnam's proactive approach to emerging global dynamics.

"It is a continuous, uninterrupted process that requires adjusting laws, standards and domestic capabilities to align with international norms. This is also how we safeguard national interests, preserve c...