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

Vietnam, Venezuela step up tourism cooperation, broaden cultural links

Reaffirming Vietnam’s consistent policy of attaching importance to its traditional friendship and comprehensive partnership with Venezuela, Ambassador Vu Trung My said tourism collaboration serves as an effective bridge to further enhance ties between their peoples.

Tax-free threshold for household businesses doubled to 1 billion VND

Under Decree No. 141/2026/ND-CP, the household businesses with annual revenue of 1 billion VND or less will not have to pay personal income tax and value-added tax.

Humanitarian Month 2026 launched with community support activities

Over the past five years, Humanitarian Month campaigns have raised more than 3 trillion VND (nearly 114 million USD), assisting more than 6.6 million people. Beyond figures, the initiative has helped strengthen social trust and foster compassion across society.

Key economic policies taking effect in May

The revised Law on Deposit Insurance, which will effective May 1, provides a stronger legal foundation to protect depositors and safeguard the banking system.

Ho Chi Minh City breaks ground on projects shaping modern megacity

The newly-launched large-scale projects in Ho Chi Minh City are expected to shape a megacity of regional and international stature, and generate strong momentum for the city's next phase of growth.

Social housing construction target exceeds by 44%

Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh has issued an official dispatch urging localities to accelerate the development of social housing projects to meet the target of more than 158,700 units in 2026, as set out in Government Resolution No. 7/NQ-CP.

Top leader attends flag-raising ceremony in Quang Tri

Hien Luong – Ben Hai is forever a sacred symbol of the will for national reunification, the aspiration for peace, and unwavering faith in the day when the North and the South would be reunited as one family, said a Quang Tri official.

Vietnam hosts first comprehensive fisheries tech expo

The event marks the first exhibition of its kind to cover the entire fisheries sector, providing a platform for domestic and international organisations and businesses to connect across the full value chain, from capture and aquaculture to logistics, processing and distribution. It is expected to accelerate integration and promote sustainable development of the industry.

Top leader chairs first meeting of National Defence - Security Council in 2026-2031 term

The meeting marked an important starting point as the country accelerates the implementation of the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress and consolidates the state apparatus for a new development phase, with higher requirements for political stability, national defence, security, and safeguarding national sovereignty.

Policy beneficiaries, disadvantaged workers receive gifts ahead of national holidays

Visiting Heroic Vietnamese Mother Tran Thi Sach in Phu Ly ward, whose two sons died in wartime, President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Central Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai expressed gratitude for her sacrifices, affirming that the Party, State and people always remember and honour those who have rendered service to the nation.

Digital innovation brings Vietnam’s heritage to life

A national scheme on digital transformation in the cultural sector through 2030, with a vision to 2045, issued recently, is expected to serve as a key driver for cultural institutions, particularly museums and art schools, to rethink how they engage with the public.

Vietnam promotes practical disarmament measures

Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Vietnam’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, has highlighted the need to advance practical disarmament measures, enhance transparency, build trust and reduce nuclear risks.

Can Tho seeks to deepen cooperation with Korean businesses

At a working session with a delegation from the Vietnam–Korea Business and Investment Association (VKBIA) led by its Chairman Tran Hai Linh on April 25, Nam praised the association’s role as a vital bridge linking the city with Korean partners. He reaffirmed the city’s readiness to facilitate VKBIA member enterprises in exploring and expanding investment.

Open classrooms nurture young people’s love for heritage

Heritage education has been fully integrated into the formal curriculum from grades 1 to 12, with local content making up 30–40% of teaching time, now adopted across all schools in Hue city.

Ho Chi Minh City embraces green consumption trend

Since early 2026, many supermarket chains in Ho Chi Minh City have begun charging for biodegradable plastic bags to encourage shoppers to bring their own bags and use reusable alternatives, helping reduce plastic waste. Although the shift initially caused some inconvenience, consumers are gradually embracing the change, adjusting both awareness and behavior in support of environmental protection.

Businesses step up energy saving and transition efforts

Amid volatile global fuel prices, energy efficiency is emerging as a key solution for businesses to cut costs, enhance competitiveness and contribute to national energy security. In response, enterprises are upgrading technologies and optimizing production processes, making energy saving a core strategy to strengthen their edge.

Administrative procedure coordination system to be put into smooth operation this month

According to the official dispatch, 13 out of 17 ministries and ministerial-level agencies had completed the development, training and deployment of their ministerial-level administrative procedure settlement information systems under the centralised model by April 22.

Hanoi to pilot petrol motorbike ban in Old Quarter from July

Hanoi will pilot a low emission zone in the heart of Hoan Kiem ward from July 1, before progressively expanding the restrictions to cover the entire area within Ring Road 1 by 2029.

Da Nang advances marine economy as pillar of sustainable growth strategy

Identifying the marine economy as a strategic pillar, Da Nang is accelerating its development in tandem with logistics, maritime services and industry, aiming to become an internationally scaled coastal megacity. The city is positioning itself as a growth engine for the Central – Central Highlands region and a key gateway linking Vietnam with the Asia–Pacific.

Vietnam launches upgraded National Database on Legal Documents

For the first time, artificial intelligence (AI) has been extensively used to ensure that data quality is “accurate, sufficient, clean and up-to-date” while optimising efficiency and precision in data exploitation.