Resolution and Life

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a conference in the central province of Nghe An on August 24 to coordinate preparations for the upcoming Typhoon Kajiki, the fifth storm to hit the East Sea this year, as authorities brace for its potential impact.

Thousands converged in central Hanoi early morning of August 24, lining major streets to secure prime spots for the second full rehearsal of Vietnam’s National Day parade, set for September 2, in a vibrant display of national pride.

Party General Secretary To Lam has affirmed that from the very cautious initial steps to increasingly comprehensive institutional reforms, the Government apparatus throughout the periods has persistently laid the foundation for the country’s transformation.

Over the last 80 years, under the leadership of the Party Central Committee, President Ho Chi Minh, the Politburo, the Secretariat, and Paty General Secretaries, the Government has remained united and unanimous, exerting relentless efforts in pursuit of “national independence linked with socialism” and the people’s well-being, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.

At the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse, Their Majesties the King and Queen of Bhutan are paying a state visit to Vietnam from August 18-22, 2025, marking the first state to Vietnam by the King and Queen since diplomatic ties between the two countries were established in 2012.

As Vietnam is celebrating the 80th Traditional Day of the People’s Public Security Force (August 19, 1945–2025) and the 20th anniversary of the All-People Security Safeguard Festival (August 19, 2005–2025), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has penned a landmark tribute highlighting eight decades of the force’s extraordinary service to the nation’s development.

Exactly 80 years ago, the August Revolution of 1945 entered the nation’s history as one of the most resplendent epics of patriotism, indomitable will, and the Vietnamese people’s aspiration for independence and freedom.

As of 31 July 2025, Vietnam had 692 social housing projects under way with 633,559 units. According to the Ministry of Construction, completed, ongoing and approved projects account for 59.6% of the programme’s 2030 target of 1,062,200 units.

During 80 years of building, fighting and growing, the People's Public Security Force has always been absolutely loyal to the Fatherland, the Party, the State and the people, constantly upheld the spirit of devotion, stayed ready to sacrifice for the country, taken the interests of the Fatherland and the people as the supreme goal to strive for, and also remained ready to devote all their strength, intelligence and even their lives to contribute to the liberation of the nation, the building and safeguarding of the socialist Vietnamese Fatherland, and the fulfilment of glorious international missions.

Party General Secretary To Lam described the People’s Public Security Forces as the “shield” and the “sword” safeguarding the regime and the people.

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam General To Lam has written an article about the Vietnam People's Public Security Force on the occasion of its 80th traditional day (August 19, 1945 - 2025).

By 8:00 am on August 15, donations for Cuba via account No. 2022 at the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank had topped 117 billion VND (over 4.45 million USD) from nearly 590,000 people, far exceeding the 65-billion-VND target.

June saw a record-breaking 24,400 new business registrations, a 61% increase year-on-year and double the average monthly figure from 2021 to 2024. In July, another 16,500 enterprises were established, pushing the total number of new firms in the first seven months of 2025 to 107,700, an 11% rise compared to the same period last year.

Vietnam always stands ready to engage in frank and constructive discussions with the US on remaining differences to enhance mutual understanding, contributing positively to the development of the Vietnam – US comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation, and sustainable development.

Party General Secretary To Lam praised Tuyen Quang’s launch of the “all-people’s security proection” movement in recent years, particularly in Tan Trao, a locality rich with revolutionary tradition. The movement has been integrated into broader pushes for advanced new rural development, preservation of ethnic cultural heritage, protection of upstream forests, and promotion of “red tourism” tied to revolutionary sites, all while maintaining public safety and order.

The Government has decided to grant visa exemptions of up to five years to certain categories of foreigners, including experts, scientists, leaders of major corporations and enterprises, and guests of research institutes.

The diplomatic sector has always upheld its role as one of the three key pillars in the cause of national construction and defence, taking the lead in implementing the motto of “using the invariables to cope with the variables" in asserting and safeguarding the sacred sovereignty of the nation.

The PM highlighted that competent sides must never trade aviation safety and security for any reason, stating no violation is minor and even small errors could habour the potential for catastrophic accidents.

The Prime Minister urged the promotion of industrial production in tandem with market restructuring, product diversification, and the development of supply and production chains.