Policies in Action - Happy Vietnam

Vietnamese, Russian PMs hold talks, witness signing of nuclear power agreement

Following the talks, PM Chinh and PM Mishustin witnessed the signing of the agreement between the two governments on cooperation in building a nuclear power plant on the territory of Vietnam.

Resolution 57 delivers tangible outcomes from local practice

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh leaves for official visit to Russia

Gov't leader orders sufficient energy supplies for production, business, consumption

PM’s official visit to bolster Vietnam-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Composition of the 14th Party Central Committee

The 14th National Party Congress on January 22 announced the list of 200 members elected to the 14th Party Central Committee. Of the 200 members, 180 are full members and 20 are alternate members; 113 were re-elected, while 87 were elected for the first time; 179 are men and 21 are women. The youngest full member is 46 years old, and the youngest alternate member is 38.

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

The projection reflects Vietnam’s increasingly prominent role in regional supply chains, as well as the effectiveness of FDI inflows into manufacturing, technology, and export-oriented services.

Real estate M&As remain active, next growth cycle expected: Avison Young Vietnam

According to Avison Young Vietnam, domestic investors emerged as the primary acquirers, accounting for a major in transactions valued above 100 million USD.

Gia Lai steps up communication on new IUU fishing regulations

Identifying communications as a fundamental and long-term measure to raise fishermen’s awareness and ensure compliance with the law, the Gia Lai management board of fisheries ports has stepped up disseminating the new decree on administrative penalties in the fisheries sector.

Five guiding principles of Politburo on development of Vietnamese culture

In Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture, the Politburo affirms that developing culture and people constitutes the foundation, a vital endogenous resource, a powerful driving force, a pillar, and a regulatory system for the country’s rapid and sustainable development.

Science, technology, innovation drive breakthroughs of 13th Party Congress

The 13th National Party Congress term saw science, technology and innovation going through a comprehensive transformation. Beyond growth in academic research, the most significant changes lie in mindset, institutional reform, and implementation methods.

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

The Ministry of Public Security was assigned to further accelerate the application of information technology and digital transformation to improve electronic visa issuance procedures, simplify processes and shorten immigration clearance times at border checkpoints, creating maximum convenience for travellers.

Five guiding principles of Politburo for state economic development

In Resolution No. 79-NQ/TW, the Politburo affirms that the state economy plays a leading role in the socialist-oriented market economy.

Roadmap aims to improve business climate and boost competitiveness

By the end of 2026, Vietnam aims to rank among the world’s top 50 performers in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, advance at least three places in the International Property Rights Index, and climb at least one position in the Global Innovation Index.

Gov’t rolls out communication scheme for nuclear energy development

By 2027 around 60% of leaders, managers, civil servants and public employees in relevant ministries and localities will acquire basic knowledge of nuclear energy development and application. In parallel, the professional capacity of reporters, editors and information officers covering the sector will be strengthened.

Three strategic breakthroughs in draft documents for National Party Congress

The draft documents to be submitted to the 14th National Party Congress identify three strategic breakthroughs: institutional reform; improvements in education quality and talent attraction; and infrastructure investment. Nguyen Van Nen, Politburo member and standing member of the Subcommittee for Documents of the 14th National Party Congress, shared the new viewpoints, major orientations and strategic breakthroughs with Nhan Dan Newspaper.

Law-making for development is fundamental, strategic, long-term: PM

Institutions remain the “breakthrough of breakthroughs,” and laws and institutions must be viewed as both a goal and a driving force for rapid and sustainable development, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Nearly 159,000 social housing units to be developed in 2026

The Ministry of Construction noted that 2025 marked a clear step forward in social housing development, with more than 103,000 units completed nationwide, exceeding the annual plan by 3%.

Lightning-fast Quang Trung Campaign achieves resounding victory: PM

PM Chinh instructed localities to complete house handovers no later than January 18, 2026, while continuing to address environmental issues, restore essential infrastructure, create jobs and livelihoods, and ensure transparent, timely support for affected households, especially during the Lunar New Year.

Hanoi breaks ground on digital technology, mixed-use park

The digital technology and mixed-use park in Hanoi is envisioned as a key nucleus of the capital’s innovation ecosystem, aligned with its goal of becoming a major national hub for science, technology and the digital economy.

Three national target programmes - A leverage for sustainable development of rural and mountainous areas

The National Assembly (NA) on December 11, 2025 passed Resolution No. 257/2025/QH15, greenlighting investment policy for a sweeping National Target Programme on new-style rural development, sustainable poverty reduction, and socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas through 2035.

14th National Party Congress: Social welfare aligned with sustainable development

Humanitarian work has emerged as an important complementary pillar, providing timely support to vulnerable groups while reinforcing ties between the Party, the State and the people.

Vietnam fast-tracks key national railway projects

With the completion of a key legal framework, Vietnam's major national railway projects have kicked off the new year of 2026 with an accelerated implementation phase, notably the North-South high-speed railway and the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway line

PM urges shift towards deeper, more effective international integration

Addressing a national conference reviewing the National Steering Committee for International Integration's international integration work in 2025 and outlining tasks for 2026 on January 14, PM Chinh, who is also head of the committee, emphasised integration serves three key goals: enhancing Vietnam’s stature, capacity, position and credibility on the global stage; strengthening strategic proactiveness in international relations; and improving the material and spiritual well-being of the people.