Huu Nghi – Chi Lang Expressway officially opened to traffic
The expressway, a nationally important project, plays a crucial role in socio-economic development, creating new momentum for national development in the 2026–2030 period.
Party leader orders removing bottlenecks for health sector to thrive
He stressed that, in addition to effectively implementing the Party's resolutions on healthcare, it is essential to adopt a new mindset to remove barriers and bottlenecks, enabling the sector to advance in the coming period.
Inspection work must frankly point out limitations, shortcomings: PM
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 23 chaired a conference announcing the Politburo and Secretariat's 2025 decision to inspect the Standing Boards of the Party Committees of Ho Chi Minh City, and Binh Duong, and Ba Ria – Vung Tau provinces.
PM calls for active implementation of circular economic promotion
To better support enterprises, the Prime Minister required the active, effective and concerted implementation of tasks and measures set out at the Government’s resolutions and the PM’s directions on sustainable development, the circular economy, sustainable production and consumption, energy conservation and efficiency, environmental protection, climate change adaptation, and green growth.
Government leader urges extra efforts to achieve growth target of at least 8%
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for efforts to accelerate economic growth quickly and sustainably, while ensuring macroeconomic stability, safeguarding social welfare, promoting social progress and equity, and protecting the environment.
Institutions, personnel determine effectiveness of Party leadership: experts
The preparation of personnel for the Party congresses should adhere to established standards, prioritising individuals with integrity, strong political will, and a genuine commitment to the common good, said Prof. Tran Tuan Anh, Vice President of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology.
Cabinet members deliberate on seven draft laws
The Government held a law-making session in Hanoi on February 20 to discuss seven draft laws, each designed to introduce new and breakthrough regulations that will clear the path for future growth.
Politburo, Secretariat’s conclusion on tasks for political system streamlining in 2025
The Politburo directed the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission to continue working closely with Party committees and affiliated Party bodies to tackle obstacles arising during the implementation phase, ensuring strict adherence to the 13th-term Politburo’s Directive on the organisation of Party congresses at all levels in the lead-up to the 14th National Party Congress and the Politburo’s conclusion on adjustments to the Directive.
Vietnam imposes VAT on low-value imported goods
It is estimated that if low-value goods worth less than 1 million VND are subject to a 10% VAT rate, State budget revenue could increase by around 2.7 trillion VND (105.6 million USD).
PM urges acceleration of public capital allocation, disbursement
The dispatch highlighted that the detailed allocation of the capital accounted for only 96.07% of the Government leader’s assigned target as of January 23, with some 84.84 trillion VND (3.32 billion USD) remaining unallocated across 26 central agencies and 48 localities.
NA greenlights investment policy of Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong rail project
According to the resolution, the construction of a modern and harmonious railway aims to meet the transport demand between Vietnam and China. The initiative is expected to serve as a catalyst for rapid and sustainable economic development along the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong economic corridor while strengthening national defence and security and promoting the industrialisation and modernisation, contributing to delivering on the targets and missions set at the documents of the 13th National Party Congress and the Party’s resolutions.
15th NA names new NA Vice Chairmen, Deputy PMs at extraordinary session
Le Minh Hoan and Vu Hong Thanh were elected as NA Vice Chairmen, while Mai Van Chinh and Nguyen Chi Dung as Deputy Prime Ministers.
Revised law on Government organisation adopted
The newly approved legislation, consisting of five chapters and 32 articles, will take effect from March 1 this year. The adoption follows discussions held on February 13 and 14.
Achievements of nationwide programme on eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses
According to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, as of February 14, 2025, provinces and cities across the country have provided support to eliminate 106,189 temporary and dilapidated houses, an increase of 5,552 houses compared to February 7, 2025.
Ministry of Transport prioritises investment in key projects
As outlined in its recently released 2025 programme on thrift practice and wastefulness prevention, the ministry has emphasised prioritising resources for critical infrastructure development.
OP-ED: Traffic collisions – Patience or lifetime of regret?
Beyond legal measures, education and awareness on traffic etiquette are crucial. Encouraging a culture of patience and respect on the roads will help foster a more harmonious and safer society.
NA weighs specific policies to accelerate Ninh Thuan nuclear power project
Specific mechanisms and policies are critically important to speeding up the project, helping ensure national energy security and meet power demand of socio-economic development in the new era, Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien said.
Restructuring political system awaited by public: Party leader
Speaking at a group discussion on the draft Law on the Government Organisation (revised), the draft Law on the Organisation of Local Government, and a draft resolution addressing a number of issues related to State apparatus restructuring as part of the National Assembly’s 9th extraordinary session on February 13, the Party chief said that the policy is something the people have long awaited.
CPV plays decisive role in Vietnam’s renewal process: Chinese professor
Professor Liu Ying said that through scientific decisions, wise leadership, and effective policy implementation, the Communist Party of Vietnam has promoted the comprehensive development of Vietnamese society.
Party chief: Ensuring successful organisation of all-level Party congresses for 2025-2030 term
Vietnam's revolutionary history demonstrates that all-level Party congresses play a leading, guiding, and foundational role, exerting profound influence throughout the Party and society.
Vietnam sets sight on 8% economic growth with drastic steps
To achieve the 8% economic growth this year, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Tran Quoc Phuong said comprehensive solutions across all sectors have been outlined in the Government’s Resolution 01.
