Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Forest databases for EUDR implementation to be completed in 2026

Localities nationwide are required to complete the development and publication of provincial-level forest boundary databases and maps as of December 31, 2020, by the end of this year, as part of Vietnam’s efforts to adapt to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

Party leader calls on OVs to join hands in building prosperous, happy nation

OVs urged to help realise vision of peaceful, prosperous Vietnam

National Assembly's external relations in the new era of nation's rise

Vietnam looks to shape quality cocoa brand on global map

Spring Fair 2026 must become national consumer festival: PM

Ministries, agencies, units, and localities must proactively renew their mindset, shifting from merely “displaying goods” to “spreading values.” They were encouraged to use more digital tools for supply-demand matching and market regional specialties and One Commune One Product (OCOP) items to draw Vietnamese brands nearer to international friends. At the same time, they should actively hold distinctive cultural, musical, and experiential exchanges that infuse energy and deliver real value to attendees.

Resolution 80: Vision for cultural development to 2045

On January 7, 2026, on behalf of the Politburo, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture. The resolution sets out a vision to 2045 of building and developing a socialist-oriented Vietnamese culture, in which people are placed at the centre, serving as both the subject and the driving force of development.

NA Chairman meets with former leaders in Can Tho city

Briefing participants on the nation's situation, NA Chairman Man said that despite numerous challenges in 2025, including complicated developments of natural disasters and floods, the country recorded many important and comprehensive achievements under the Party’s leadership, the Government’s decisive management and the unity of the people.

Aviation industry tightens round-the-clock health checks to prevent Nipah virus infections

An airport representative said Noi Bai has tightened health controls around the clock, with close coordination between the International Health Quarantine unit and the airport’s emergency medical team helping detect abnormal signs early and ensuring the aviation gateway remains safe and smooth.

Resolution 80: Targets for cultural development to 2030

On January 7, 2026, on behalf of the Politburo, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture. The resolution was issued as the country enters a new stage of development marked by growing demands for rapid and sustainable growth, with closer integration between economic, political and social development, and culture and people.

Restructuring rice sector requires state – enterprise – bank collaboration: experts

The process requires not only active participation from enterprises, but also close coordination of the State and strong support from credit institutions, according to the experts.

New policy framework opens way for energy development

Rising electricity demand is heightening the need to ensure national energy security. In this context, a series of key resolutions issued by the Party and the National Assembly, featuring breakthrough mechanisms and policies, are expected to spur investment in energy development.

NA Chairman visits policy beneficiary families in Can Tho ahead of Tet

On behalf of Party and State leaders, the top legislator conveyed warm wishes for good health, happiness, and a joyful new year to the city’s leaders, Binh Thuy authorities, policy beneficiary families, and local residents.

Vietnam ready to make practical contributions to Gaza peace: diplomat

Minister-Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to the UN, affirmed that Vietnam strongly supports the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and initiatives that advance the implementation of the two-state solution, including the UN-backed high-level conference and the New York Declaration 2025.

Vietnam intensifies fight against deepfake-powered online scams

Experts said fraudsters are exploiting artificial intelligence to create highly realistic fake images, voices and videos to pose as relatives, company leaders or government officials in order to request money transfers or sensitive information.

Carbon credits - New resource for forest protection

With more than 841,000 hectares of forest and a forest coverage rate exceeding 61%, Quang Tri is among the provinces with the largest forested areas and carbon stocks in the north central region.

Vietnam aims for 100% of citizens to have electronic health records by 2030

Resolution 262, adopted by the National Assembly on December 11, 2025, approves the investment policy for the National Target Programme on Health Care, Population and Development for the 2026–2035 period. One of the programme’s overarching goals is to ensure that, during 2026–2035, all citizens in Vietnam are provided with primary healthcare, with disease prevention carried out early, remotely and at the grassroots level, thereby reducing the burden of illness.

Turning international trade into sustainable growth driver

With total import-export revenue reaching 920 billion USD in 2025, Vietnam has officially entered the world’s top 15 economies in terms of international trade, marking a significant milestone in national development after decades of economic integration into the world and 40 years of Doi moi (Renewal). International trade has become a key driver of Vietnam’s economic growth.

New action plan supports visa incentives for foreign experts

Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh has signed a decision approving a detailed plan to implement the Government's Decree 221/2025/NĐ-CP on granting time-limited visa exemptions to foreign nationals designated as special beneficiaries entitled to preferential treatment in support of Vietnam’s socio-economic development.

New legal framework for Mobile Money to take effect in Vietnam soon

The issuance of a implementation plan for Government Decree No. 368/2025/ND-CP on the provision of Mobile Money services is considered an important step toward promoting financial inclusion. Mobile Money services are not only a convenient payment tool but also an effective means of extending digital financial services to remote and disadvantaged areas.

Vietnam backs all peace initiatives in line with int’l law, UN Charter: official

As a responsible UN member state, Vietnam stands ready to work together with other members and partners to build and strive for a more just, stable and prosperous world for all nations and peoples.

14th Party Congress underscores all benefits for the People

The principles set by President Ho Chi Minh were upheld during the recently concluded 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam. Specifically, in this new era, people remain at the centre and are the driving force of development.

Vietnamese, Chinese Party leaders hold phone talks

General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping expressed confidence that under the CPV’s unyielding leadership, led by General Secretary To Lam, Vietnam will successfully realise the resolution adopted by the 14th Congress and achieve its two centennial goals on the occasion of the Party and the nation’s founding anniversaries.

Vietnam promotes tourism brand to realise target of 25 million int’l arrivals in 2026

Vietnam’s tourism sector recorded strong growth in 2025, welcoming nearly 21.2 million international tourist arrivals. Asia remained the largest source market, accounting for 78.6% of arrivals, with Southeast Asian countries and major Asian markets continuing to post robust growth.

Vietnam becomes RoK’s key export market in ASEAN

The RoK’s exports to Vietnam rose 7.6% in 2025 from a year earlier to 62.8 billion USD, while imports from Vietnam climbed 11.7% to 31.8 billion USD, according to data released by the RoK’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korea International Trade Association (KITA).