Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City ready to provide mass health checkups for over 15 million residents

The initiative is designed to bring multi-specialty healthcare closer to communities, with an emphasis on vulnerable and high-risk groups, including the elderly, those with chronic conditions, and disadvantaged populations, enabling early detection and sustained health management.

Deposit rate cuts aim to balance growth support and macroeconomic stability

JICA, BIDV announce 50 million USD loan to support rural MSMEs

Party conference spotlights key reforms in inspection, disciplinary work

New regulation on political, ideological work in Party highlighted at national conference

New resolution to break logjam in social housing market

The Politburo’s Resolution 68, recently issued with sweeping orientations on institutional reform and private sector growth, is drawing attention from experts as a potential game-changer that could finally dismantle the entrenched obstacles stifling Vietnam’s social housing market.

Politburo's Resolution 57 sets course for new development paradigm

As the digital economy and knowledge-based sectors expand, institutions must evolve accordingly, regulating not only traditional economic relationships but also new resources such as data and intellectual capital.

PM urges stronger action on climate-adapted urban development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued Directive No. 04/CT-TTg to accelerate the implementation of the scheme on development of urban areas in Vietnam in response to climate change in the 2021-2030 period.

PM inspects construction progress of Gia Binh International Airport

Gia Binh International Airport is expected to become one of the world’s top 10 five-star airports, serving 30 million passengers and handling 1.6 million tonnes of cargo annually by 2030.

PM inspects construction progress of Gia Binh International Airport

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 7 inspected the progress of the Gia Binh International Airport project in the northern province of Bac Ninh and a road connecting the airport with Hanoi capital city.

Central Civil Defence Fund established to bolster disaster response

The Central Civil Defence Fund is authorised to receive, manage and use voluntary contributions from domestic and foreign entities and individuals, plus transfers from provincial civil defence funds in line with the PM’s decisions and allocations from relevant state financial sources outside the state budget, all earmarked for incident and disaster response and recovery efforts.

Green industrial parks draw FDI to northern Vietnam

From 2026, the industrial real estate market in the northern region is forecast to enter a new growth phase as strategic infrastructure projects near completion, supply expands, and green industrial parks become a decisive factor for foreign direct investment (FDI).

Flood-hit voters look forward to election day

In early March, villages in Dien Dien commune, an area hard hit by last year’s historic floods, are bustling with preparations for the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term.

Vietnamese exporters adapt to escalating Middle East conflict

The Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Export-Import Department forecasts rising global prices for consumer goods, fuel and crude oil, which could affect Vietnam’s production and trade, especially exports to the Middle East.

Prime Minister urges faster progress on key transport projects

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh instructed relevant agencies to complete remaining project components to ensure synchronised, modern infrastructure that is well-connected, green, clean and aesthetically designed.

SBV vows agile policy response amid global headwinds

In the coming period, the SBV will calibrate interest rate management in line with macroeconomic developments and inflation trends, while requiring credit institutions to publicly disclose lending rates to enhance transparency.

Party chief urges upholding of ideological orientation, unity of will

Outlining key orientations, Party General Secretary To Lam noted that political and ideological work must genuinely go ahead and pave the way, combining “building” and “combating” in a balanced manner, with public trust serving as the principal yardstick.

Trade ministry to host livestream promoting Vietnamese goods

The second edition of the hybrid venue, titled 'Suc song hang Viet' (Vitality of Vietnamese Goods), will take place from March 7 to 9 at 62 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem.

No individual allowed to undermine national efforts to combat IUU fishing: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has stressed that wrongdoings by any individual or organisation must not be allowed to affect the country’s overall efforts to have the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning lifted.

Vietnam tightens shipping safety, prepares contingency plans over Middle East risks

In a directive issued on March 3, VIMAWA Director Le Do Muoi instructed shipowners, crewing firms and shipping companies to conduct thorough risk assessments and adjust operations as needed, including preparing alternative shipping routes.

Railway sector must master technology to secure long-term autonomy: PM

Governing agencies, project management units, consultants, contractors, and especially Steering Committee members were urged to redouble efforts, heighten accountability, and carry out assigned tasks in accordance with legal procedures and proper authority. All projects must ensure progress and quality while preventing corruption, misconduct, and any form of wastefulness.

PMI hits four-month high in February

Manufacturing production increased rapidly in February, with the rate of expansion quickening to a 19-month high. Panellists reported that the preparation of products ahead of delivery to clients and stronger customer demand were behind the latest rise in output.

Vietnamese agricultural products restructured to affirm global standing

In recent years, the sector has shifted from a production-oriented mindset to an agricultural economic approach. Instead of focusing mainly on output, it now prioritises quality, added value and brand building.

Vietnam’s constitutions mark milestones in national development

Throughout history, the five Constitutions and their amendments have made significant contributions to national development, strengthening the country’s potential and international standing.

Government action programme aims to make culture a national strength

The Government’s action programme to implement Politburo Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture sets out specific tasks for ministries, sectors and localities to ensure coordinated implementation, monitoring and evaluation. It aims to make culture a solid foundation and an intrinsic strength of the nation.