Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

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

Following the talks, PM Chinh and PM Mishustin witnessed the signing of the agreement between the two governments on cooperation in building a nuclear power plant on the territory of Vietnam.

Resolution 57 delivers tangible outcomes from local practice

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh leaves for official visit to Russia

Gov't leader orders sufficient energy supplies for production, business, consumption

PM’s official visit to bolster Vietnam-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Party, State leaders join Hanoi voters in Election Day

The election is taking place as the country continues efforts to advance renewal and development, with the selection of capable representatives expected to contribute to building a socialist rule-of-law state and promoting socio-economic progress.

Party General Secretary casts ballot in Hanoi's Ba Dinh ward

Party General Secretary To Lam described the election as a major national event that demonstrates the people’s freedom and right to mastery, enabling them to select capable and reputable representatives to undertake the country’s common tasks and guide national and local development while safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity.

NA Chairman casts ballot in Ho Chi Minh City

In a message to voters across the country, NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed that showing up to vote is both a sacred right and responsibility of every citizen.

President Luong Cuong casts ballot in Hanoi’s Hoan Kien ward

The election carries profound significance, taking place shortly after the successful 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam that defined major orientations and a strategic vision for national development in the new era.

Nationwide voting for 16th National Assembly, People’s Councils for 2026-2031 begins

According to the National Election Council, from 864 candidates, voters will elect 500 deputies to the 16th National Assembly (1.73 candidates per seat). For provincial-level People’s Councils, voters will elect 2,552 deputies from 4,217 candidates (1.65 candidates per seat). For commune-level People’s Councils, voters will elect 72,611 deputies from 120,873 candidates (1.66 candidates per seat).

Cultural heritage emerges as soft power for sustainable development

More than 4,000 years of history have endowed Vietnam with a rich and diverse cultural heritage. This heritage is not only an invaluable national asset and a bridge linking the past with the future, but also an important resource for the country’s sustainable development.

Resolution 57: High-tech solutions applied to tackle pollution in Hanoi’s rivers

A project to rehabilitate the Lu and To Lich rivers marks a breakthrough with the application of Germany’s modern pipe jacking technology, enabling underground construction while safeguarding existing urban infrastructure. The adoption of advanced science and technology solutions will help collect about 75,000 cu.m of wastewater each day for treatment, underscoring Hanoi’s determination to revive its rivers and move towards a digital society and a sustainable green environment.

Voting hours set for March 15, 2026 election

Election day for deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 tenure has been set for March 15, 2026. Under the regulations, voting takes place from 7.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. on the same day. Depending on local conditions, the Election Committee may decide to start voting earlier, but not before 5.00 a.m., or end later, but no later than 9.00 p.m. on the same day.

Digital transformation brings new momentum to election preparations

Resolution 80: Documentary heritage brought to life through public experiences

Only when integrated into the national strategy for cultural development and digital transformation, can archival work become a soft pillar of the national knowledge infrastructure, strengthening governance capacity and enhancing Vietnam’s soft power in the new era.

Resolution 68 boosts businesses entering market

By the end of 2025, Vietnam had more than one million active enterprises. In the first two months of 2026, about 64,500 enterprises entered or re-entered the market, up 29.4% year-on-year, averaging 32,200 newly established or returning businesses per month.

Vietnam targets stronger national brand in Asia by 2045

Decision No. 173/QD-TTg dated January 27, 2026, issued by the Prime Minister approving the strategy for promoting Vietnam’s image abroad for 2026–2030 with a vision to 2045, identifies international communication as a strategic soft-power tool serving national development. The strategy aims to position Vietnam among Asia’s leading countries in terms of national brand and image by 2045, while striving to rank in the top three in ASEAN and top 30 in the Global Soft Power Index.

FDI attraction in 2026: Vietnam adapts to new global investment standards

To further enhance FDI attraction amid rising global and regional competition, Deputy Minister of Finance Tran Quoc Phuong said the ministry is drafting new strategies on foreign-invested economic development and next-generation FDI attraction, focusing on more open, transparent and competitive institutional frameworks.

Major environmental targets for 2026–2030

The Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress sets several environmental targets for the 2026–2030 period, including maintaining forest coverage at 42 percent, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 8–9 percent, treating and reusing 65–70 percent of wastewater in river basins, and expanding marine and coastal protected areas to at least 6 percent of Vietnam’s maritime area.

Hanoi maintains stable supply of petrol, LPG

The Hanoi Market Surveillance Sub-department said petrol and LPG trading activities across the city remain stable, with supply largely meeting demand despite volatility in global energy prices.

South–South cooperation promotes rights, justice for women and girls

UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pauline Tamesis commended Vietnam’s sustained commitment to gender equality, noting advances in budgeting, land use, social insurance and domestic violence prevention under the recent review of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).

EU – Vietnam Global Gateway business forum to be held in Hanoi

Key discussions will centre on sectors viewed as catalysts for Vietnam’s sustainable growth such as sustainable transport, energy transition, infrastructure connectivity, green and digital transformation, and the adoption of ESG standards in investment and business practices.

Major economic development targets for 2026-2030

The Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress sets a target for the 2026–2030 period to achieve average annual GDP growth of at least 10%, raising GDP per capita to about 8,500 USD by 2030.

Dong Nai works to ensure workers cast vote on Election Day

With the utmost regard for citizens’ electoral rights and responsibilities, and in a spirit of creating optimal conditions for workers, especially those employed in industrial parks and non-state enterprises, the provincial leader has requested that no overtime be scheduled during voting hours.

PM orders no energy shortages under any circumstances

Pham Minh Chinh chaired a meeting with ministries, agencies and the national energy security task force to discuss measures to ensure a proactive energy supply for socio-economic development and support double-digit growth targets amid mounting tensions in the Middle East affecting global energy supply chains.