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Vietnam moves to adapt to rapid population ageing, expand silver economy

The International Day of Older Persons 2026, themed “The Age of Longevity: Rethinking Systems for Longer Lives,” highlights the need to develop healthcare, social security, labour-market and social-service systems in response to increasing life expectancy. For Vietnam, rapid population ageing is not only a demographic issue but also a development challenge.

Da Nang aims to become global city

Manufacturing, trade sustain Vietnam’s economic growth: Standard Chartered

Vietnamese peacekeepers return home after a year in South Sudan

Vietnam pushes trade as partner country at India's UPITS Show

Pu Luong Nature Reserve develops three rare plant species

The management board of the Pu Luong Nature Reserve in Bac Thuoc district, the north-central province Thanh Hoa, has launched a project to preserve three precious and rare plant species in the area.

Total power capacity by 2030

In Decision No 262/QD-TTg dated April 1, 2024, the Prime Minister approved the implementation plan for the National Power Development Master Plan in the 2021-2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Population policies linked with human rights protection in Vietnam

With every population policy centering on fundamental human rights, the population and family planning work has substantially contributed to national socio-economic development over the past years.

Environmental protection planning project by 2030 adopted

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has just signed a decision approving the national environmental protection planning project for the 2021 – 2030 period, with a vision to 2050.

Solar-powered lighting system developed for borders, islands

A local research team has successfully implemented an intelligent lighting system using solar energy, integrated with Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) technology, for trial application in border and island areas which have limited infrastructure and no access to the national grid and are in dire need of effective and sustainable lighting solutions.

Poorly objective comments on human rights situation in Vietnam should be ended

At a recent regular press conference by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the ministry’s Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang underlined that although the US Department of State’s 2023 Report on International Religious Freedom recognises some of the progress Vietnam has made in protecting and promoting the freedom of religion and belief, it still gives poorly objective comments based on unverified and inaccurate information about the reality in the country.

Vietnam takes actions towards plastic bag free community

Together with other countries in the world, Vietnam has been taking actions to reduce plastic waste and the use of single-use plastic bags, towards a plastic bag free community.

PM holds talks with RoK counterpart

On the afternoon of July 2, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with host counterpart, Han Duck Soo.

The “eyes” of Truong Sa

When visiting the Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago, one of the most striking sights is the naval soldiers on duty at the "frontline of wind and waves." Poetically referred to as the "eyes" of Truong Sa, they stand guard day and night, safeguarding sovereignty and upholding peace in the cherished islands and seas.

Fourth World Conference of OVs slated for August

Approximately 600 delegates are expected to attend the 4th World Conference of Overseas Vietnamese (OV) and the 2024 forum of OV intellectuals and experts scheduled to take place in Hanoi from August 21-28.

President To Lam meets with voters in Hung Yen city

State President To Lam and a delegation of National Assembly deputies of the northern province of Hung Yen met with voters in Hung Yen city on July 2 to inform them of the outcomes of the just-concluded 15th NA’s seventh session, and listen to and clear up their ideas.

Zero-tolerance policy toward IUU fishing practices: Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien highlighted a zero-tolerance policy toward illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing practices during a meeting with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development’s IUU Steering Committee on June 25.

OP-ED: Press in corruption combat: Fighting goes along with building

In the country’s common achievements in preventing and combating corruption as well as building and rectifying the Party and political system, there are important contributions from media agencies and journalists who have worked hard to overcome difficulties and temptation so as to keep their pens on the right direction.

Ha Tinh upgrades fishing infrastructure

Ha Tinh province has invested 13.4 million USD in building and upgrading two local fishing ports, aiming to meet the logistical needs of the fishing industry and contribute to the development of aquaculture production.

PM orders enhanced price management measures

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked price management to be enhanced in the coming time, under an official dispatch recently sent to ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and the chairpersons of the Peoples’ Committees of the provinces and centrally-run cities.

Vietnam - Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Vietnam and Russia share a longstanding friendship and a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Vietnam considers its relationship with Russia strategically important, designating the country as a top priority in its foreign policy. Similarly, Russia views Vietnam as a reliable partner and one of its primary priorities in the Asia-Pacific region.

Vietnam to table resolution on climate change, human rights at UNHRC’s 56th session

Vietnam, on behalf of the Core Group which also includes Bangladesh and the Philippines, will table the 2024 Resolution on Climate Change and Human Rights with the theme of ensuring human rights in the energy transition process at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)’s 56th session that opened in Geneva on June 18.

2nd section of circuit-3 500KV transmission line completed

Construction of the expansion of the feeder compartment at Pho Noi 500kV transformer station in the northern province of Hung Yen was completed on June 18, two days ahead of schedule set by the National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT).

Health insurance coverage rate likely to exceed 94% this year: VSS leader

Thanks to sustainable growth signs recently, General Director of the Vietnam Social Security (VSS) Nguyen The Manh remains optimistic that the coverage rate of health insurance will exceed 94% by the end of this year.

Southeast Region Planning with vision to 2050

Under Decision No. 370/QD-TTg issued by the Prime Minister on May 4, 2024, the Southeast Region will be developed in to a civilized, modern, and dynamic area, becoming a hub not only in Vietnam but also in Southeast Asia in terms of economy, finance, education, training, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.