Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

ASEAN Future Forum 2026 highlights Vietnam’s imprints, region’s message of unity

Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Jim Nickel emphasised that this year’s theme – “Shaping Our Future Together: Peace, Prosperity and People-Centred” – demonstrates ASEAN’s potential to contribute to not only regional but also global peace.

Vietnamese PM’s keynote address at opening session of ASEAN Future Forum 2026

Vietnam Airlines offers 15% online fare discount for senior passengers

Vietnam targets cashless payment value reaching 30 times GDP by 2030

Labour productivity key to double-digit growth: PM

Hanoi aims for modern healthcare system

Hanoi's health sector will continue to expand the comprehensive use of digital technology in professional practices to improve management efficiency and service quality, aiming to develop a modern, transparent, and people-centred healthcare system.

Vietnam's retail sales, service revenue up 9.2% in 2025

Fresh data from the Ministry of Finance’s NSO shows the tourism industry taking the lead, with travel earnings soaring by 20.2%.

Health ministry maps out three phases for hospital fee exemption

Health insurance participants from near-poor households and those aged 75 and above who are receiving social pension allowances will be entitled to 100% coverage of medical examination and treatment costs within the scope of health insurance benefits.

Hanoi: 50% of government office buildings to use rooftop solar by 2030

Hanoi aims that by 2030, electricity sales will reach 52,178 million kWh, with per capita electricity sales of 5,721 kWh per year. The city also targets 50% of government office buildings to use rooftop solar power for self-generation and on-site consumption.

Vietnam’s trade in services surpasses 70 billion USD in 2025

For the whole of 2025, service export turnover was estimated at 30.31 billion USD, up 18.9% year on year.

Full health insurance coverage reaches all poor, elderly citizens from 2026

Health insurance cardholders from near-poor households have their payment rate raised from 95% to 100% of covered medical expenses effective on January 1.

Pure solidarity between Vietnam and Cambodia

January 7, 1979, stands as a historic milestone, symbolizing the pure and steadfast international solidarity and special friendship between Vietnam and Cambodia. With the support of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers, Cambodia overcame the Khmer Rouge genocide, ushering in a new era of peace, reconciliation, and development.

Senior official inspects preparations for 14th National Party Congress

Politburo member and Standing member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu on January 6 inspected preparations for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi.

From stability to momentum: Vietnam’s governance journey in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, it leaves behind a series of notable milestones in the leadership and governance of Vietnam. From economic growth and macroeconomic stability to institutional reform, digital transformation and social welfare, the year’s achievements reflect a spirit of decisive, flexible and practical governance. Notably, 2025 has been identified as a pivotal year, laying important foundations for the country to move into a new phase of development that is stronger and more sustainable.

Vietnam unveils new cultural industries strategy till 2030

By 2045, the sector is slated to account for 9% of GDP. Export value is forecast to rise 7% annually through 2030 and 9% thereafter, while the number of cultural enterprises is expected to expand 10% per year on average.

Vietnam to ensure electronic civil status records for all citizens

Under the plan, all civil status events of Vietnamese citizens, foreign residents in Vietnam, as well as foreigners and people of Vietnamese origin, must be registered in a timely, complete and accurate manner in accordance with the law.

New laws expected to enhance efficiency in national resource management

Under the Law on Personal Income Tax, the family circumstance-based deduction for taxpayers is set at 15.5 million VND (nearly 590 USD) per month while the deduction for each dependent is 6.2 million VND per month.

Regional minimum wage up 7.2% from January 1, 2026

From January 1, 2026, Vietnam’s regional minimum wage will rise by an average of 7.2%, with monthly wage increases of 250,000–350,000 VND (9.48–13.27 USD), under Government Decree No. 293/2025/ND-CP.

Innovation – Driver for new development phase

Innovation has been affirmed as a key driver and powerful strong lever for economic growth as Vietnam enters a new development phase marked by transformation.

China – Vietnam freight train volume hits record

Cargo on this route currently accounts for 73% of the total volume exported to Vietnam by rail and 86% of the container volume shipped by this means of transport, up 5 percentage points and 2 percentage points from 2024, respectively.

Nationwide drive delivers breakthrough in eliminating substandard houses in 2025

Barely over a year since its launch, Vietnam’s movement to eliminate makeshift and dilapidated houses has exceeded expectations, mobilising over 24.7 trillion VND (nearly 937 million USD) and millions of workdays to complete more than 334,000 homes nationwide, achieving its national target months ahead of schedule.

Khanh Hoa steps up efforts to lift “yellow card” on illegal fishing

After eight years under the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning over illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa has intensified fisheries management measures, helping reduce violations and raise fishermen’s compliance, as Vietnam works towards sustainable and responsible fishing.

Social housing: From "bottleneck” into market’s bright spot

Following years of slow progress, Vietnam’s social housing sector rebounded strongly in 2025, achieving an estimated 102,146 units nationwide, 102% of the annual target, thanks to decisive Government action, transforming social housing from a long-standing “bottleneck” into one of the market’s brightest spots.

Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone: ambassador

During the 2023–2025 term, the participation of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission in Geneva at the UN Human Rights Council was guided by a consistent approach: constructive engagement, coherence, and keeping the council focused on practical solutions that improve people’s lives.

Foreign Minister touts 2025 diplomatic wins, maps out ambitious agenda

Vietnam's external affairs produced important and substantive results across bilateral and multilateral aspects and in various areas in 2025, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.