Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

1986 Doi Moi (Renewal): Pivotal turning point in socialist construction

The sixth National Party Congress in December 1986 mapped out the Doi Moi (Renewal) policy and initiated the process of Party-led reforms in Vietnam. This marked a crucial turning point in socialist construction, unleashing national strength and potential to propel the country forward. During the 1986–1995 period, the Party led the reform, abolished the subsidy mechanism, and transitioned to a socialist-oriented market economy, overcoming socio-economic crises and laying a firm foundation for international integration.

AMRO forecasts Vietnam to lead growth in ASEAN+3 in 2026

Gia Lai steps up communication on new IUU fishing regulations

Plans to expand unilateral visa waivers to attract high-quality tourists

Roadmap aims to improve business climate and boost competitiveness

PM urges stronger SOE performance, tighter land oversight

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged ministries, agencies, local authorities, and State-owned groups and corporations to take comprehensive and decisive measures to improve the performance of State-owned enterprises (SOEs), tighten land and asset management, to realise the national economic growth target of over 8% in 2025.

PM directs flood relief efforts in Thai Nguyen province, visits affected residents

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 8 visited the northern province of Thai Nguyen, to inspect flood-hit areas, encourage local residents, and direct efforts to overcome the consequences of severe flooding triggered by typhoon Matmo.

Party chief's remarks at closing session of Party Central Committee's 13th meeting

The 13th meeting of the 13th Party Central Committee has fulfilled all the planned agenda. Each issue was meticulously prepared, thoroughly discussed, and resolved with high consensus, including many "backbone" matters directly related to the success of the 14th National Party Congress, the goals of fast and sustainable development, and the improvement of the people's living standards.

PM orders boosting housing supply, cutting prices, stabilising property market

Housing and real estate prices in several localities have surged continuously, beyond the affordability of most people. The problem is partly attributed to market information shortages, price gouging, limited supply of affordable commercial housing, and an insufficient number of social housing projects.

Party Central Committee’s 13th meeting wraps up

Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the meeting was a success, marked by thorough preparations, candid and scientific discussions, and a high level of consensus on many strategic decisions.

OP-ED: Vietnam accelerates digital overhaul with Resolution 57 momentum

Fulfilling Resolution 57's mandates, plus enacting and enforcing the Digital Transformation Law, will lay a sturdy legal base so all Vietnamese can tap and thrive in the digital age equitably, securely and sustainably.

Vietnam's total trade turnover reaches 680.66 billion USD in nine months

With these export and import figures, Vietnam enjoyed a goods trade surplus of 16.82 billion USD in the first nine month of 2025, the NSO said.

13th Party Central Committee convenes 13th plenum

Party leader To Lam laid out bold targets for nex year, including GDP growth of above 10%, per capita income of 5,400–5,500 USD, and CPI growth of around 4.5%.

Vietnam’s FDI inflows remain strong amidst global stagnation: official

In the first eight months, Vietnam attracted 26.1 billion USD in FDI, up 27.3% year-on-year, while 15.4 billion USD was disbursed, up 8.8%, reflecting the economy’s strong capacity to absorb capital.

Vietnam Fatherland Front receives donations for Typhoon Bualoi victims

The Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee has announced channels for organisations and individuals to support of communities severely affected by Typhoon Bualoi.

Vietnam targets end to illegal fishing by November 2025

Vietnam has set a goal to eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing by the end of November, heard the recent 15th session of the National Steering Committee for IUU Fishing Prevention and Control.

Vietnam Private Economic Landscape model expected to foster national development

The ViPEL model brings together Vietnam’s largest and most representative private enterprises. Its objective is to harness the collective power of the private sector to make it the key driving force of the national economy.

Vietnam’s first local B2B e-commerce platform launched in HCM City’s ward

The platform is expected to serve as a comprehensive digital trade gateway, enabling local businesses to directly access a network of importers, distributors, buyers, and domestic and international investment funds.

Institutional breakthroughs for energy security

Army must be core force in realising national goals: Party chief

The Party chief underlined the must to stay steadfast in building a politically strong army, helping maintain and foster the Party's absolute and direct leadership over all aspects of the army, which he described as an immutable principle.

Resolution 72: Toward a modern, fair, and sustainable healthcare system by 2045

Vietnam to roll out sweeping policies in October

The Government’s Decree No.207/2025/ND-CP dated July 15, 2025 establishes detailed regulations for assisted reproductive technology and humanitarian surrogacy arrangements. The document, which will become effective October 1, 2025, stipulates the donation, storage, and use of sperm, eggs, and embryos, as well as procedures for medical facilities to conduct in-vitro fertilization and surrogacy for humanitarian purposes.

State President's message on occasion of Vietnam hosting signing ceremony of UN Convention against Cybercrime

Vietnam fully recognises that, given the borderless nature of cyberspace, the fight against cybercrime can only be effective through solidarity, cooperation among nations, and adherence to the rule of law.

Party General Secretary highlights role and contributions of People's Public Security Force

The tenure of the 7th Congress of the Central Public Security Party Organisation (2020-2025) was a successful term, marking many milestones in the 80-year history of the establishment, fighting, growth and development of the People's Public Security Force.

World Tourism Day: Vietnam advances green, sustainable tourism

Vietnam, blessed with abundant natural and cultural assets, is working to adopt greener practices to secure long-term growth and strengthen its position on the global tourism map.