Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Resolution No. 10 helps upgrade FDI quality to strengthen national self-reliance

Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW, issued by the Politburo in 2026 on the development of the foreign-invested sector, identifies foreign direct investment (FDI) as “an important component of the national economy” and “a key driver of economic development and international integration.”

Key Party, State leaders attend live television programme honouring fallen heroes

War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day: Carrying forward the nation’s tradition of gratitude

Ho Chi Minh City-based hospitals launch health checkups for policy beneficiaries

Khanh Hoa collects DNA samples from relatives of unidentified fallen martyrs

Vietnam unveils administrative overhaul, reducing provincial-level units from 63 to 34

Vietnam plans to have 34 provincial-level units (28 provinces and six centrally-run cities), down from the current 63.

Party chief spotlights close friendship between Vietnam and China

Vietnam and China are two close neighbours, connected by mountains and rivers, and the people of the two countries have shared many similarities in culture and customs, and together cultivated a long-standing traditional friendship that has lasted for thousands of years, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam has written in an article.

Vietnam’s morning glory stir-fry named Among the world’s 100 best vegetable dishes

UNESCO approves honour of celebrity Le Quy Don, Hoang Van musician’s collection

Member states of UNESCO adopted a decision recommending the UNESCO General Conference, scheduled for this November, endorse the commemoration of the birth anniversaries of several eminent persons worldwide, including a joint celebration with Vietnam marking the 300th birth of scholar Le Quy Don (1726–2026).

Top leader delivers keynote speech at 13th Party Central Committee’s 11th plenum

Party General Secretary To Lam delivered a keynote speech at the opening of the 13th Party Central Committee's 11th plenum in Hanoi on April 10, outlining sweeping reforms and targets designed to propel the nation forward.

SIPAS 2024: Positive shift seen in citizen satisfaction with public administrative services

The 2024 Satisfaction Index of Public Administration Services (SIPAS) reached an average of 83.94%, up 1.28 percentage points from 2023.

First working day of 13th Party Central Committee’s 11th meeting

The 11th plenum of the 13th Party Central Committee opened in Hanoi on April 10.

Trade talks with US must be placed in overall bilateral relationship: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed the immediate formation of a negotiating team led by the Minister of Industry and Trade to engage with the US on a balanced and sustainable reciprocal trade agreement, laying stress on the need to closely monitor developments and propose timely, flexible and effective adaptation solutions.

Party Central Committee convenes 11th plenum

The Party Central Committee will also review key decisions made by the Politburo and Secretariat since the 10th plenum, alongside thematic reports on institutional perfection and strategic breakthroughs in science-technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation.

Vietnam, US to negotiate reciprocal trade agreement

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the reciprocal trade agreement should include arrangements on tariffs and proposed that technical-level representatives from both countries start discussions immediately.

War veterans, former youth volunteers and militia members - a source of inspiration for nation: Party chief

Party General Secretary To Lam expressed confidence that veterans, wherever they may be, will continue to contribute through their love, responsibility, wisdom, and creativity.

Police delegation returns from earthquake relief mission in Myanmar

The Vietnamese team successfully rescued seven victims independently and coordinated with rescue forces from Myanmar, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Singapore to locate and assist in rescuing seven others.

As of March 28, 2025: A total of 168,027 temporary and dilapidated houses removed nationwide

According to the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs, as of March 28, 2025, Vietnam had supported the removal of 168,027 temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide. They include 81,607 completed houses, and 86,420 under construction. To date, localities nationwide have received some 110 million USD, allocated from the program "Join hands to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses", reaching nearly 82% of the target set by the Central Steering Committee for eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses.

Ensuring rights of women, children for sustainable development

April 7th is recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as World Health Day. Each year, the day focuses on a specific theme to raise awareness and encourage global action on health challenges. This year's theme is "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures," aiming to strengthen maternal and child health protection to minimise disease and mortality risks. Vietnam has made significant efforts to protect the rights of women and children, particularly in maternal and child healthcare, aligning with sustainable development goals.

International tourist arrivals to Vietnam hit record high in Q1

This is the highest-ever number so far and represents a 134% surge from the figure in Q1 of 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out.

State President Luong Cuong offers incense in commemoration of Hung Kings

The Hung Kings’ Commemoration and the Cultural and Tourism Week of the Ancestral Land 2025 will take place from March 29 to April 7 (the 1st to the 10th day of the third lunar month), featuring around 30 activities at the Hung Kings Temple Complex.

NA Chairman calls for joint efforts to build sustainable world at IPU-150

Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man emphasised that no country or society can achieve sustainable development without placing people at the centre of all policies.

PM calls for flexible response to US tariffs, maintaining 8% growth target

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasised that Vietnam will not change its target of achieving economic growth of 8% or higher this year, while simultaneously maintaining macroeconomic stability, ensuring social welfare, and improving people's livelihoods.

Vietnam sets up task force to cope with US economic, trade policy shifts

The task force has been assigned with assisting the PM in closely monitoring global and regional developments, particularly the adjustments in the US’s economic and trade policies.

US tariff misaligned with bilateral cooperation: Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Vietnam will continue to coordinate and engage in discussions with the US in a constructive and cooperative spirit to find practical solutions that contribute to the stable and sustainable development of bilateral economic relations, ensuring the interests of businesses and people in both countries