Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

ASEAN Future Forum 2026 highlights Vietnam’s imprints, region’s message of unity

Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Jim Nickel emphasised that this year’s theme – “Shaping Our Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred” – demonstrates ASEAN’s potential to contribute to not only regional but also global peace.

Vietnamese PM’s keynote address at opening session of ASEAN Future Forum 2026

Vietnam Airlines offers 15% online fare discount for senior passengers

Vietnam targets cashless payment value reaching 30 times GDP by 2030

Labour productivity key to double-digit growth: PM

PM sets target to launch Long Thanh airport operations by late 2026

Reaffirming the deadline, Prime Minister Chinh stressed that construction must be completed by the third quarter of 2026 at the latest, to enable commercial operations in the fourth quarter.

Specific targets for Hanoi’s development

Party General Secretary To Lam has signed Politburo Resolution No. 02 on “Building and developing Hanoi in the new era,” setting out concrete targets for each development phase. For the 2026–2030 period, average GRDP growth is targeted at over 11% per year. By 2030, GRDP is projected to exceed 113 billion USD, with per capita income reaching at least 12,000 USD.

Vietnam seeks priority passage for vessels through Strait of Hormuz

According to the administration, 19 vessels owned by Vietnamese enterprises are currently operating in the Middle East, including four flying the Vietnamese flag and 15 registered under foreign flags. Amid growing security concerns in the region, VIMAWA stressed the need for stronger coordination with relevant partners to safeguard maritime operations and crew safety.

PM stresses need to diversify oil supply at Nghi Son refinery for energy security

At a working session on March 29 with the refinery’s leadership during his working trip to the northern-central province of Thanh Hoa, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh underscored that diversifying oil supply is not merely an economic issue but also a matter of sovereignty, security and humanitarian concern.

Politburo resolution charts Hanoi’s development in a new era

Party General Secretary To Lam on March 17 signed Resolution No. 02-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on building and developing Hanoi in the new era, setting out long-term strategic orientations and development targets for the capital.

Strategy approved for peaceful development, application of atomic energy

A Government decision approving a strategy for the development and application of atomic energy for peaceful purposes through 2035, with a vision to 2050, has been issued.

Vietnam cuts fuel taxes to zero till April 15 to stabilise energy market

The cuts are expected to ease the burden on households and help firms sustain production and trade, even as it trims state budget revenue by an average of about 7.2 trillion VND (276.9 million USD) per month.

Temple of Literature night tour brings heritage to life with digital technology

The night tour at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi offers a fresh approach to heritage by blending tradition with digital technologies such as lighting, mapping, virtual reality, and interactive experiences, making the site more vivid and accessible. It helps renew Hanoi’s tourism offerings while contributing to the implementation of the Politburo’s Resolution 57 on digital transformation.

A turning point in Hanoi’s city management

With 1,837 AI cameras integrated into traffic signals at 195 key intersections, Hanoi now operates a citywide network capable of monitoring and regulating traffic in real time.

Resolution 66 drives legal reform and digital transformation

After one year of implementing Resolution of the Politburo, Vietnam has achieved notable progress in law-making and enforcement, underscoring the role of institutions as a driver of development. Governance thinking has shifted from a control-oriented approach to one that fosters a transparent and enabling legal environment for people and businesses. The legal system is being steadily refined in a more coherent and consistent manner, helping remove bottlenecks and support rapid, sustainable growth.

Ho Chi Minh City to pilot pork trading on Mercantile Exchange of Vietnam

Nguyen Nguyen Phuong, Deputy Director of the municipal Department of Industry and Trade, said listing pork on the MXV will finally give consumers and firms more stable prices, while slapping on stricter food safety rules and making it easier to track where the meat actually comes from. Farmers, meanwhile, stand to gain from more predictable margins and dodge fewer of the supply-demand imbalances that routinely distort prices.

Thanh Hoa ramps up investment to modernise fishing ports

The move includes upgrading port infrastructure, digitalising vessel management and tightening seafood traceability in line with recommendations from the European Commission.

Energy giants work hard to roll out E10 RON95 sale ahead of schedule

Petrolimex and PVOIL, are in a strong position to accelerate the transition toward cleaner fuels. These companies have been actively preparing infrastructure, upgrading blending systems, and coordinating supply chains to ensure the availability of E10 RON95 across their nationwide retail systems.

Campaign launched to boost search, identification of fallen soldiers’ remains

The “500-day-and-night campaign” aims to mobilise the combined strength of the entire Party, political system, armed forces and society to accelerate progress in carrying out the task, regarded as both a special political mission and a meaningful activity of gratitude to those who laid down their lives for the Fatherland's independence and freedom and the people's happiness.

Resolution 57: Promoting cashless payments to enhance tax management efficiency

Electronic payments are increasingly adopted, enhancing transparency and thereby improving tax management efficiency while accelerating digital transformation under Politburo Resolution 57.

500 deputies to 16th National Assembly

At a press conference on March 21, 2026, the National Election Council announced the composition of the 16th National Assembly, highlighting representation of women, ethnic minorities, non-Party members and younger deputies, as well as a high proportion of members with postgraduate qualifications.

Foreign Minister holds talks with European Commissioner for International Partnerships

The Foreign Minister suggested that to operationalise the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the two sides should increase all-level mutual visits and enhance coordination to fruitfully implement cooperation pillars, particularly the new focus on science – technology and innovation.

PM attends Vietnam – Russian Federation Business Forum in Moscow

PM Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the complex global situation is weighing on the world economy, requiring the two countries to “unite to create strength, cooperate for mutual benefit, and engage in dialogue to build trust” and to “listen with sincerity, share with heart, and act through concrete products.”

Youth drive innovation in new development era

The 14th National Party Congress has ushered in a new phase of development, one that places exceptionally high demands: achieving rapid yet sustainable growth, mastering science and technology, promoting innovation, accelerating digital transformation, and improving the quality of human resources. In this context, young people are expected to fully assert their pioneering role in new areas of development.

Vietnamese, Russian PMs hold talks, witness signing of nuclear power agreement

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin in Moscow on March 23 (local time) as part of the former’s official visit to Russia.