Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

NA President calls for building dignified, strong and progressive Vietnam Buddhist Sangha

National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man called on the VBS to continue directing and uniting Vietnamese monks, nuns and Buddhist followers in patriotic emulation movements, remaining closely connected with and accompanying the nation, thereby making active contributions to national unity and harmony as well as to world peace.

Vietnam highlights priorities to enhance UN peacekeeping effectiveness

Vietnam’s digital economy to reach 49 billion USD in 2026, fastest-growing in Southeast Asia

Vietnam, Singapore enhance defence cooperation

RoK NA Deputy Speaker praises VNA-Yonhap partnership

Vietnamese goods gain wider access to EU market

In the seventh year of implementing the EVFTA, the EU has completed its tariff liberalisation schedule, bringing import duties on approximately 99% of tariff lines for Vietnamese goods to zero. The development is expected to strengthen the competitiveness of Vietnamese businesses in the European market, but also requires them to improve their ability to meet increasingly strict market standards.

VNA delegation attends OANA 65th anniversary plenary session

A Vietnam News Agency (VNA) delegation led by General Director Vu Viet Trang attended the plenary session marking the 65th anniversary of the Organisation of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) in Moscow, Russia, on September 21.

Vietnam establishes 190-million-USD State-owned asset management company

The company will buy non-performing loans from credit institutions and foreign bank branches, recover and dispose of debts and collateral, restructure loans and support lenders in resolving bad debts.

Vietnam’s multilateral vision and constructive role at the UN

General Secretary and President To Lam’s trip to attend the high-level General Debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly and engage in bilateral activities in the US is of strategic significance, reaffirming Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence and self-reliance, as well as its growing role on the international stage. International scholars say the trip will not only help deepen the Vietnam-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership but also highlight Vietnam’s constructive role and responsible contributions to addressing global security and development challenges.

Building and developing a synchronous, modern pre-hospital emergency care system

Vietnam will put a nationwide pre-hospital emergency management platform into operation from 2027, as part of efforts to strengthen the emergency care system, improve coordination among response forces and ensure faster, more effective access to emergency services nationwide.

Vietnam aims to build internationally competitive tourism growth poles

A notable feature of Resolution No. 26-NQ/TW is its focus on developing three major tourism growth poles – Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang – while gradually turning Phu Quoc into a new growth pole. It also calls for the development of 10 key tourism centres and 20 national tourism areas.

Vietnam promotes high-quality products in China, ASEAN

Vietnam is maintaining one of the largest presences among participating countries at the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO 2026), currently under way in Nanning, Guangxi, China. More than 120 Vietnamese businesses are showcasing a diverse range of products across over 200 booths.

Vietnam makes significant progress in child protection

In recent years, Vietnam has made significant progress in child protection, reaffirming its strong commitment to implementing the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Da Nang: Satellite hospitals prove effective at grassroots level

The model is an important component of the roadmap to turn Da Nang into a specialised medical centre for the central and Central Highlands regions, with a number of key specialties, in line with the spirit of Politburo Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW dated September 9, 2025, on breakthrough solutions to strengthen the protection, care and improvement of people's health.

Vietnam plays increasingly active role in multilateral cooperation

Vietnam is taking on an increasingly active role in multilateral cooperation, with its engagement with the United Nations evolving from receiving support to making greater contributions. Ahead of the high-level General Debate of the 81st UN General Assembly, UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pauline Tamesis spoke to the Vietnam News Agency about this changing role and the Vietnam - UN partnership.

128 companies from 31 countries register for Vietnam Defence Expo 2026

Vietnam Defence Expo 2026 will cover about 123,800 sq.m and feature seven main areas, including indoor and outdoor exhibition spaces, a defence experience and military games area, a space showcasing defence-economic products and the cultural heritage of Vietnam’s three regions, a VIP reception area, grandstand and performance areas, and common facilities.

Vietnam, Canada expand cooperation in advanced industries

Vietnam is now Canada’s largest trading partner in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) provides a foundation for businesses to expand their markets. Both sides are seeking to diversify markets, supply chains and economic partners.

Strategic “Make in Vietnam” products: Businesses at the core

Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo identifies science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as a strategic breakthrough that plays a vital role in shaping the country’s new growth model. This focus runs through the current policy framework.

Ho Chi Minh City digitises 99.4% of hospital records

As of July 2026, 163 of the city's 164 hospitals, or 99.4%, adopted electronic medical records, the report said. About 64% of public hospitals and 65% of private hospitals now run the technology across their entire operations

FTSE Russell pledges comprehensive support for Vietnam’s capital market development

FTSE Russell views Vietnam as a remarkable growth story in Asia and a long-term partner, adding it wishes to further deepen cooperation with the Vietnamese Government and market participants, said its CEO Fiona Bassett.

Vietnam targets lower logistics costs to boost competitiveness

Resolution 20 of the 14th Party Central Committee on building and developing Vietnam into a strong maritime nation sets a target of reducing logistics costs to below 12% of GDP by 2030 and developing five to six modern logistics centres of international standards. Meeting these targets will require more than simply lowering transport costs. Vietnam needs to restructure its logistics network, strengthen multimodal connectivity, digitalise supply chains and make better use of its seaports, turning its maritime advantages into a powerful driver of economic growth.

Vietnam seeks to advance gender equality amid public-sector reform

Organisational restructuring presents an opportunity to review personnel standards, procedures and working methods. If gender considerations are integrated into the process, it can help remove long-standing barriers, make better use of female talent and build a fairer and more accountable working environment.

Explicit consent required for sharing customers’ credit information from November 1

The borrower’s consent must be given through a clear and specific method that can be printed or copied in writing, including in electronic form or another verifiable format.

VNA photographs help build Vietnam-Japan people-to-people ties

At the association’s office in Tokyo’s Toshima district, faded posters and archived photographs brought back memories of a meaningful youth for members looking back on the past.

President Ho Chi Minh’s legacy strengthens Vietnam-China friendship

A series of activities honouring President Ho Chi Minh and his contributions to Vietnam-China friendship has been held in China’s Yunnan province, highlighting the historical bonds between the two countries and promoting cultural exchanges among their peoples.