Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Khanh Hoa collects DNA samples from relatives of unidentified fallen martyrs

The DNA collection drive, organised by the provincial Department of Public Security in coordination with local authorities, took place in Dong Hai ward and covered relatives from Dong Hai, Phan Rang, Do Vinh, My Son and Bao An wards and communes.

PM urges Dien Bien to turn border, aviation, historic legacy into growth engines

Vietnam strictly prohibits all forms of forced labour: Foreign Ministry

Digital skills – part of daily life in Lang Son's mountainous border communities

Hanoi to support low-income residents in replacing high-emission motorbikes

Vietnam’s fisheries move toward high-tech, green and sustainable development

Vietnam ranks third globally in seafood exports, with products present in more than 170 markets. In 2025, the sector produced nearly 10 million tonnes and earned over 11 billion USD from exports, remaining a key pillar of the economy. Aquaculture, especially shrimp and tra fish, continues to drive growth, accounting for over 60% of output, alongside efforts to curb capture fishing, strictly comply with IUU regulations, and transition to high-tech, green and sustainable practices.

PM requests aligning disaster preparedness with centennial strategic goals

Reaffirming that protecting lives and property is a top priority and a measure of governance effectiveness, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for greater determination, stronger coordination and more decisive actions in disaster response.

Hanoi: AI cameras detect over 19,300 violations after three months of operation

According to the Hanoi Police, after three months in operation (since December 13, 2025), a system of nearly 2,000 AI-powered cameras across the city has detected and handled more than 19,300 traffic safety violations, gradually helping to ease congestion bottlenecks in the capital.

Banks end account nickname feature from April 1 under new payment rules

Under the updated rules, payment service providers are required to review payment orders to ensure their legality and validity. Account numbers and account holder names must align with registered account details and be clearly displayed on all transaction records.

Vietnam seeks to expand rice export markets

From the beginning of the year to mid-March, Vietnam exported approximately 1.74 million tonnes of rice worth 826.2 million USD, with an average export price of 477.6 USD per tonne, down 10.7% year-on-year.

Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations

After reviewing reports from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and relevant agencies, Ha tasked the ministry with taking full responsibility before the Government and the Prime Minister for the implementation of anti-IUU fishing measures and the EC's recommendations.

Cake digital bank launches GlobalX international remittance solution

Since late March 2026, the Cake GlobalX service has been made widely available, allowing all users to receive money from abroad and have it credited to their accounts within the same day.

AI camera system sharpens Hanoi traffic enforcement

The rollout of AI cameras is gradually putting Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW into practice, with technology serving as the foundation for modern urban management.

Hanoi plans major bus network overhaul to accelerate green transition

Under the plan, Hanoi targets that by July 1, 2026, all buses operating within Ring Road 1 will use green energy (electricity or compressed natural gas – CNG). The policy will then be expanded to Ring Road 2 by January 1, 2028, and further extended to Ring Road 3 from 2030.

Vietnam cuts petrol, oil taxes until mid-April

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved temporary tax reductions on petrol, oil and aviation fuel, with the environmental protection tax set at 0 VND per litre from March 26 to April 15, 2026.

Breakthroughs in Resolution 57 implementation need to be measured by results

With synchronised direction and unified implementation, ministries, sectors and localities are translating the Resolution into concrete institutions, mobilised resources and measurable outcomes.

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.