Policies in Action

Policies in Action

Key tasks for the 2026–2027 school year

Key tasks for the 2026–2027 school year

The Prime Minister has issued Directive No. 31/CT-TTg on key tasks for the 2026–2027 school year, calling for stronger innovation in education governance, a shift from “education management” to “education development governance”, and effective implementation of breakthrough measures to advance education and training.
Ho Chi Minh City targets third-quarter growth of over 11%

Ho Chi Minh City targets third-quarter growth of over 11%

Ho Chi Minh City will continue to implement drastic measures to achieve double-digit growth, targeting GRDP growth of at least 11.07% in the third quarter of 2026, 9.43% in the first nine months and 12.3% in the fourth quarter, with a view to completing the full-year goal of 10% or more.
Domestic consumption up over 13%, tourism continues strong growth

Domestic consumption up over 13%, tourism continues strong growth

The total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues in August were estimated at 679.8 trillion VND (26 billion USD), up 1.6% from the previous month and 14.9% year-on-year. In the January-August period, the figure reached 5.24 quadrillion VND, representing a 13.3% increase year-on-year.
ASEAN forum explores AI in lawmaking, enforcement

ASEAN forum explores AI in lawmaking, enforcement

Vietnam is shifting from a “governance-oriented” approach to lawmaking toward an “adaptive” and development-enabling approach, ensuring sufficient flexibility to harness new technologies while upholding core principles and values as well as system security and safety.
Vietnam’s journey from independence to development

Vietnam’s journey from independence to development

Some historical moments remain deeply embedded in a nation’s memory. The Autumn of 1945 is one of them. On September 2, 1945, at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, President Ho Chi Minh, on behalf of the Provisional Government, read the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming to the Vietnamese people and the world the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.
The Party’s wise and clear-sighted leadership

The Party’s wise and clear-sighted leadership

In August 1945, under the leadership of the Party and President Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnamese people rose up in a General Uprising, seizing power nationwide and ushering in a new era for the country. The victory of the August Revolution, the first great triumph of the Vietnamese people under the Party’s leadership, demonstrated the Party’s wisdom and leadership in charting the right revolutionary path.
Eighty-one years on: Vietnam advances toward a strong and prosperous future

Eighty-one years on: Vietnam advances toward a strong and prosperous future

In the autumn of 1945, under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and President Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnamese people made a historic turning point. The success of the August Revolution culminated when President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence at historic Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi on September 2, 1945, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and opening an era of independence and freedom for the nation.
Four decades of reform transform Vietnam

Four decades of reform transform Vietnam

After 40 years of reform, Vietnam has undergone a remarkable transformation from an economy facing severe difficulties, food shortages and the impact of an embargo into a dynamic economy increasingly integrated into the global economy.
Vietnamese language brings Vietnam, Thailand closer

Vietnamese language brings Vietnam, Thailand closer

For the first time, a Vietnamese-language public speaking contest for Thai school and university students has been organised by Udon Thani Rajabhat University in cooperation with the Consulate General of Vietnam in Khon Kaen to mark the 81st anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day and the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Thailand diplomatic relations.
Environmental protection and climate change response: Vision to 2045

Environmental protection and climate change response: Vision to 2045

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW of the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee. By 2045, Vietnam aims to ensure a clean and healthy living environment in harmony with nature, pursue sustainable development, establish a modern environmental governance system, and adapt effectively to climate change.
Digitalisation boosts Vietnamese goods

Digitalisation boosts Vietnamese goods

For many years, the campaign “Vietnamese people prioritise using Vietnamese goods” has played an important role in promoting domestic consumption and supporting local businesses. Today, alongside traditional trade fairs and distribution channels, digital platforms are creating new opportunities for Vietnamese products to increase their competitiveness.
Environmental protection and climate change response: Targets for 2030

Environmental protection and climate change response: Targets for 2030

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW of the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, setting a 2030 target of strengthening environmental governance, climate change response and disaster prevention and control to better protect people’s lives, health, property and livelihoods.
Party’s viewpoints on environmental protection, climate change response (part 2)

Party’s viewpoints on environmental protection, climate change response (part 2)

General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW of the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, stressing that environmental protection and climate change response must be central to development decisions and serve as a foundation for green transition, stronger growth quality, productivity, competitiveness and sustainable economic development.
Party’s viewpoints on environmental protection, climate change response (part 1)

Party’s viewpoints on environmental protection, climate change response (part 1)

General Secretary and State President To Lam has signed Conclusion No. 75-KL/TW of the third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, stressing that environmental protection and climate change response must be central to development decisions and serve as a foundation for green transition, stronger growth quality, productivity, competitiveness and sustainable economic development.
Vietnam targets top-three ASEAN ranking in AI by 2030

Vietnam targets top-three ASEAN ranking in AI by 2030

By 2030, Vietnam aims for 60% of businesses using AI to improve efficiency, all civil servants using AI in their work weekly, and 60% of administrative decisions supported by data and AI. The satisfaction rate for AI-supported public services is expected to rise by at least 30%.