Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

AI opens up opportunities for people with disabilities

Amid the rapid development of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way people learn, work and communicate. For persons with disabilities (PwDs), AI is opening up new opportunities to overcome barriers once considered insurmountable, narrow the digital divide, and promote an inclusive society where no one is left behind.

16th NA’s second session: 43 draft laws and resolutions to be considered

Vietnam, Switzerland seek broader, more substantive cooperation

Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia strengthen defence cooperation

Memorial service held for 731 fallen soldiers in Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam - Panama traditional friendship

President of the Republic of Panama José Raúl Mulino and his spouse are on an official visit to Vietnam from October 5-8 at the invitation of General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam and his spouse. The visit comes shortly after the two countries marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2025.

Hanoi dialogue opens new perspectives on heritage authenticity

The Hanoi Outcome Document on Heritage and Authenticity, adopted at the Asia-Pacific Dialogue on Heritage and Authenticity in Hanoi on September 30, offers new perspectives on heritage conservation, emphasising the central role of communities and the need to preserve the continuity of heritage as it evolves.

14th Party Central Committee convenes fourth plenum

In his opening remarks, General Secretary and President To Lam said that the 14th National Party Congress set out major orientations and strategic goals, while the second and third plenums adopted important policies on Party building, personnel, development and national defence.

Vietnam climbs to 43rd in Global Innovation Index

According to WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2026, Vietnam ranks 43rd out of 139 countries and economies, up one place from 2025. Its innovation output ranking rose by two places, while two of its export indicators ranked first globally.

Vietnam steps up tourism promotion on global markets

Experts say that to turn advantages into high-value tourist arrivals, tourism promotion needs to move beyond fragmented activities towards large-scale, long-term campaigns tailored to target markets and closely linked to actual visitor experiences.

Marine Economy Forum launched to connect resources, promote cooperation

This is a regular platform connecting management agencies, localities, businesses, associations, research institutes, universities, experts and domestic and international partners to promote training, consultancy, knowledge transfer and scientific and technological cooperation.

Vietnam sees 149,700 new businesses in nine months

Vietnam recorded nearly 149,700 newly established enterprises in the first nine months of 2026, up 3.2% year-on-year, with total registered capital rising 32.7% to over 1.88 quadrillion VND (71.6 billion USD).

Vietnam posts GDP growth of 9.95% in Q3

In the first nine months, Vietnam's GDP was estimated to increase 9.01% from the same period last year. Agriculture, forestry and fisheries grew 4.02%, contributing 5.35% to overall gross value added growth; industry and construction rose 11.21%, contributing 49.62%; and services expanded 8.69%, contributing 45.03%.

FDI disbursement hits five-year high in nine months

Vietnam attracted 50.36 billion USD in registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first nine months of 2026, up 76.4% year-on-year, while disbursed FDI reached 21.07 billion USD, the highest nine-month level in five years.

Vietnam posts trade surplus after nine months of deficit

Vietnam's total export and import turnover reached 117.69 billion USD in September, up 7.3% from the previous month and 42.4% year-on-year. Notably, the goods trade balance returned to a surplus of 1.27 billion USD after nine consecutive months of deficit.

Quang Ninh directs FDI towards high-tech manufacturing

FDI is being positioned as a driver of economic restructuring and higher-quality growth in Quang Ninh. In the first eight months of 2026, the northern province attracted nearly 1.13 billion USD in FDI. During the same period, processing and manufacturing grew by more than 31%, highlighting the sector’s growing role in the local economy.

Japanese bank eyes deeper hi-tech cooperation with Vietnam

The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) is keen to deepen cooperation with Vietnam in emerging and strategic sectors, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, digital transformation, green transition, robotics and energy.

Hanoi accelerates construction of seven Red River bridges for APEC 2027

Accelerating the seven Red River bridge projects is aimed at serving APEC 2027 while enhancing connectivity between the two banks of the river, easing pressure on existing bridges and expanding development space for the capital.

500-day campaign helps heal the wounds of war through meaningful acts

Behind the return of these files and memorabilia lies a larger story, the story of Vietnam and the US moving from war to reconciliation, from wounds to cooperation, and from memories of division to the bridges of today.

Vietnam adopts action programme for ASEAN connectivity

Prime Minister Decision No. 1775/QD-TTg, issued on September 14, 2026, approves Vietnam’s action programme for implementing the ASEAN Connectivity Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 and 2031–2035. The programme aligns with the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and related strategic plans, reaffirming Vietnam’s commitment to a strong and prosperous ASEAN Community.

Vietnam expands support for older people as population ages faster

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra, Chairwoman of the National Committee on the Elderly, said the focus has so far been mainly on attention, support and care for older people. It must now shift toward treating them as a resource and a driver of sustainable development.

Vietnam strengthens coordination for APEC Year 2027

A workshop titled “Preparing for APEC Year 2027: Strengthening Capacity for Effective Organisation and Coordination” was held in Hanoi on October 1 to share experience and enhance coordination among ministries, sectors, localities and international partners, contributing to the successful organisation of APEC Year 2027.

Vietnam sets roadmap to take businesses global

GoGlobal aims to support the private sector in establishing a stronger, more effective and sustainable presence in foreign markets. By 2030, the programme targets training at least 10,000 businesses, providing internationalisation consulting to 1,000, supporting 100 firms in overseas investment, and helping 100 businesses join regional or global value chains.

ASEAN steps up cooperation in fight against criminal fugitives

Participants discussed and agreed on strategic solutions to improve cooperation through ASEAN’s multilateral and bilateral mechanisms. They adopted the conference's joint statement and agreed on a draft joint action plan to strengthen cooperation in combating criminal fugitives.

New strategy drives Vietnam’s tourism towards higher value

After nearly a decade of implementing Resolution No. 08-NQ/TW, Vietnam’s tourism sector has made strong progress. Markets have expanded, infrastructure investment has increased, while tourism products and service quality have gradually improved. Yet as the sector grows, so do the demands placed on it. Tourism must not only attract more visitors but also generate greater value. Against this backdrop, the Politburo issued Resolution No. 26-NQ/TW, setting the goal of developing tourism into a spearhead economic sector in the new era.