The UK-Vietnam bilateral relationship has developed greatly since the establishment of full diplomatic relations in 1973, and now encompasses a wide-range of issues, from high-level political contacts, through growing trade and investment links, cooperation against international crime and illegal migration, to a fast growing development assistance programme.

UK-Vietnam Relations

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations, the UK-Vietnam bilateral partnership has spread to cover a wide range of issues.

Chevening Scholarships Programme

The awards enable graduates and young professionals from Vietnam to undertake postgraduate studies in the UK

British Council in Vietnam

British Council-United Kingdom's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities

Department for International Development

DFID programme backs Vietnamese government’s own plans to fight poverty and increase spending on public services.

Bilateral trade & investment

In 2008, UK's imports from Vietnam reached £1,026 billion and exports to Vietnam stood at £167.5 million.

FCO funded projects in Vietnam

The British Government supports a variety of projects in Vietnam every year in line with the FCO's strategic objectives.

Migration cooperation

The UK is keen to attract more visitors from Vietnam. For the links to continue to grow, we need to tackle illegal migrants.

Climate Change

We aim to support Vietnam on achieving sustainable economic growth, with attention to progressive transition to a low carbon economy.