Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Carmakers confirm compatibility with E10 fuel ahead of nationwide rollout

To ensure safer use of E10 fuel, consumers are advised to regularly maintain fuel systems, replace deteriorated rubber components and refuel at reputable petrol stations to ensure ethanol blending quality meets standards.

Vietnam pushes ahead with AI-powered legal infrastructure

Ministry of Justice tops Public Administration Reform Index 2025

E10 biofuel deemed compatible with over 90% of vehicles

Vietnam approves human resources development plan for atomic energy sector

Spreading Vietnamese cultural identity in digital space

In the context of deep international integration, cultural identity serves as both a “shield” against assimilation and a defining marker of a nation’s image. Protecting and promoting uniquely Vietnamese cultural values has therefore become a pressing task, particularly in an increasingly complex digital environment.

Banking sector accelerates digital shift, cashless payments surge

According to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), non-cash payments recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with transactions rising 37.98% in volume and 14.22% in value year-on-year, reflecting a clear shift toward digital payments.

Vietnam earmarks at least 2% of annual state budget for cultural development

The resolution stipulates that cultural spending will be increased in line with development needs in each period to implement the Party’s guidelines and the State’s policies.

Vietnam railways accelerate digital shift, green transition

By 2030, Vietnam’s railway sector aims to achieve sustainable growth on existing lines while playing a greater role in supporting a green and circular economy. It also focuses on improving efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and upgrading service quality.

Health ministry targets annual fertility rate of 2% by 2030

Vietnam’s fertility has dropped below replacement in recent years, from 2.11 children per woman in 2021 to 1.91 in 2024 and 1.93 in 2025, especially in major cities and more developed regions, prompting the need for coordinated measures to encourage childbirth.

Vietnam picks one textbook set for all schools, targets free books by 2030

The Ministry of Education and Training has selected the “Ket noi tri thuc voi cuoc song” (Connecting Knowledge with Life) series, published by state-owned Vietnam Education Publishing House (VEPH), from among three existing sets. The education minister approved the choice on December 26, 2025, locking in enough time for preparation before the new school year.

Dien Bien accelerates construction of boarding schools in border areas

In the border communes of the northwestern province Dien Bien, several inter-level boarding schools for primary and secondary students are being built simultaneously. To meet strict deadlines, contractors are mobilising maximum workforce and machinery to ensure the facilities are ready for the new school year.

Holiday tourism surges 14.2% to 12 million visitors nationwide

The back-to-back holidays, covering seven days in total, created favourable conditions for travel and leisure, boosting tourism demand nationwide.

New businesses, market re-entries up 32.8% in first four months

In April alone, nearly 20,400 enterprises were newly established. The most notable feature was not the number of new firms but the quality of capital inflows. Although the number of newly established enterprises fell 7.1% from March, registered capital increased 9.7% to nearly 246.8 trillion VND (9.36 billion USD).

PM orders further cuts, simplification of administrative procedures, business conditions

In Document No. 3905/VPCP-CDS, addressed to the ministries of Public Security, Industry and Trade, Agriculture and Environment, Construction, and Justice, the Government Office said that on April 29, the Government issued eight resolutions focused on cutting, decentralising and simplifying administrative procedures and business requirements across sectors managed by 14 ministries and agencies.

CPI up 0.84% in April on rising energy, dining costs

The CPI in April advanced 3.31% compared to December 2025 and 5.46% from a year earlier. For the first four months of 2026, the index climbed 3.99% against the same period last year, with core inflation growing 3.89%.

FDI flows to Vietnam up 32% in four months

Realised FDI in Vietnam during the first four months was estimated at 7.40 billion USD, up 9.8% year-on-year, the highest level for the period in the past five years.

Japanese PM delivers keynote policy speech in Hanoi

Commenting on Vietnam’s economic progress, PM Takaichi expressed admiration for the country’s rapid rise. Ten years ago, “Made in Vietnam” typically referred to clothing and textiles. Today, however, numerous global companies have established a presence in Vietnam, and many of the gadgets supporting youth culture are now manufactured here. Moreover, many of these electronic products incorporate cutting-edge Japanese technology in their core components.

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.

5trillion VND clean water plant opened in Phu Tho

Cplant’s launch marked a key milestone in developing technical infrastructure in Phu Tho and surrounding regions, helping meet rising demand for clean water in Hanoi while supporting urban, industrial and services growth.

UN Vesak 2026 highlights Buddhist values for global peace

Buddhism has long been closely linked with Vietnam’s nation-building and safeguarding efforts, forming a key pillar of its cultural and spiritual identity while fostering unity and inclusive growth.

Vietnam calls for solidarity in support of Cuba

Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Vietnam’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, called on member states to uphold the movement’s spirit of solidarity, continue supporting Cuba, oppose unilateral embargoes and sanctions, and back dialogue efforts between Cuba and the US based on mutual respect, peace, stability and the interests of their people.

Hanoi scales up high-quality schools, raises standards

In addition to 23 accredited institutions, the city plans to establish 37 more, lifting the total to 60. The move signals a shift in approach rather than a mere technical adjustment, aligning with the Politburo’s Resolution 71-NQ/TW on education breakthroughs and Hanoi’s Action Programme 05-CTr/TU.

Hanoi pushes SOEs to lead breakthrough growth

According to experts, Resolution 79-NQ/TW reaffirms the state economic sector’s leading role in the socialist-oriented market economy. The real shift, however, is moving SOEs from simply “holding” assets to actively “leading” development, and from traditional “management” to enabling growth across the board.

Bringing heritage to life for sustainable growth

The Politburo’s Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture marks a decisive shift in thinking from preservation to promotion, from safeguarding to creative use, bringing heritage to life in contemporary society. No longer confined to static displays, heritage is being revitalised through innovative approaches.