Policies in Action

1986 Doi Moi (Renewal): Pivotal turning point in socialist construction

The sixth National Party Congress in December 1986 mapped out the Doi Moi (Renewal) policy and initiated the process of Party-led reforms in Vietnam. This marked a crucial turning point in socialist construction, unleashing national strength and potential to propel the country forward. During the 1986–1995 period, the Party led the reform, abolished the subsidy mechanism, and transitioned to a socialist-oriented market economy, overcoming socio-economic crises and laying a firm foundation for international integration.

AMRO forecasts Vietnam to lead growth in ASEAN+3 in 2026

Gia Lai steps up communication on new IUU fishing regulations

Plans to expand unilateral visa waivers to attract high-quality tourists

Roadmap aims to improve business climate and boost competitiveness

Major advances in healthcare quality management

From 2015 to 2025, Vietnam’s hospitals have made significant progress towards modern, internationally aligned quality standards, with most facilities achieving over 90% compliance in key quality-improvement and patient-safety activities.

NA discusses improving people’s quality of life

The 15th National Assembly is discussing a draft Resolution on several breakthrough mechanisms and policies for protecting, caring for, and improving public health; and the investment policy for the National Target Programme on healthcare, population, and development in the 2026-2035 period during its 10th session on December 2.

Party chief attends 50th anniversary of Laos National Day

Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse attended a ceremony in Vientiane on December 2 morning marking the 50th National Day of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, and the 105th birth anniversary of President Kaysone Phomvihane.

65 years of Vietnam-Cuba relations: Shining symbol of friendship in the 21st century

Over the past 65 years, Vietnam and Cuba have always stood shoulder to shoulder, from the struggles for national independence to the challenging periods of national building and development.

Lao National Gold Order presented to Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith on December 1 awarded a National Gold Order - the highest honour of Laos - to General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam.

Vietnam, Laos agree to deepen bilateral relationship with reinforced framework

Top leaders of Vietnam and Laos have agreed to deepen the bilateral relationship with a reinforced framework of “Great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion”, affirming a shared vision, intertwined strategic interests and long-term companionship orientation for the goal of sustainable development, self-reliance and common prosperity of the two peoples.

Vietnam, Laos deepen great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation

Party General Secretary To Lam’s state visit to Laos is one of Vietnam’s most significant foreign affairs activities in 2025. The visit reaffirms the strong resolve of the two countries’ leaders to continue preserving, nurturing, and promoting the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos.

Bac Ninh aims to have 15 private firms in Vietnam’s Top 500 enterprises

By 2030, Bac Ninh expects to have at least 50 private companies directly participating in multinational supply chains, and at least five large-scale, internationally standard supporting-industry clusters in operation.”

Mekong Delta province supports fishermen in combating IUU fishing

PM calls for rapid home building and repair for flood-affected households

The south central provinces of Dak Lak, Khanh Hoa, Lam Dong, and Gia Lai must launch a rapid campaign to rebuild new and repair houses damaged by the recent floods, so as to stabilise housing for affected residents by December 10, 2025, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.

Ministry proposes increasing tax-free revenue threshold for household businesses to 500 million VND

The Ministry of Finance has proposed raising the annual revenue threshold for exemption of personal income tax for household businesses from 100 million VND (3,790 USD) currently to 500 million VND.

PM reaffirms vision for national smart, modern, green logistics ecosystem

Vietnam Logistics Forum 2025 aims to promote the development of logistics services, strengthen the linkage between logistics and production as well as import-export industries, and serve as a platform for dialogue, exchange of views, and updates on key domestic and international logistic issues.

Whole nation rallies for fellows in flood-hit areas

Following disastrous floods across the Central and Central Highlands regions, the spirit of solidarity and mutual support has once again spread strongly throughout Vietnam. Aid missions after missions from all directions have been heading toward the flood-affected areas, sharing the burdens with local residents.

Policy dialogue highlights Vietnam’s priorities in governance, int’l partnership

Vietnam truly appreciates the contributions of international organisations, bilateral development partners, and foreign non-governmental organisations. Their support has been invaluable in helping Vietnam build infrastructure, push forward institutional reforms, roll out social programs, promote climate adaptation and a just energy transition, boost global economic integration, and strengthen national competitiveness.

PM directs final vetting for unsung heroes at national emulation congress

The 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, scheduled for December, will honour national heroes, emulation fighters, exemplary individuals and collectives, and leading examples from patriotic emulation movements across all levels and sectors, particularly those contributing to key priority areas.

Vietnam boosts cooperation with partners from Europe, Japan and Russia

PM calls for stronger global partnerships in science-technology, digital transformation

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on November 26 held separate meetings with international delegates attending the Autumn Economic Forum 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, during which he called for stronger global partnerships in science-technology and digital transformation.