Resolution and Life

The Party leader applauded collectives and individuals honoured at the event, as well as many public security officers and soldiers across the country who are making tireless and meaningful contributions every day to safeguarding national security, public order, and the peaceful and happy life of the people.

An expert from the University of Economics and Business called the 20% rate “relatively appropriate”, given Vietnam’s considerable trade surplus with the US.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has sent a letter of commendation to Mua A Thi, a 26-year-old village chief in the northern province of Dien Bien, for his bravery and swift actions in rescuing his villagers during a devastating flash flood.

Days of relentless rainfall have battered Dien Bien, submerging over 200 ha of crops, damaging 554 homes, and triggering more than 450 points of subsidence that paralysed key roads. Preliminary estimates put the total economic loss at around 500 billion VND (19.23 million USD).

Egypt stands out as one of Vietnam’s most important trading partners and a promising market in Africa. Notably, Egypt was the first North African country to officially recognise Vietnam as a full market economy in November 2013.

Sharing his impression on Vietnamese leaders, Buvilski stressed that what distinguishes Vietnam from many other nations lies in its visionary leadership and execution capabilities. He praised the continuity and harmony within the political system, as well as the commitment to implementing long-term plans set by the leaders.

The disaster struck in the early hours of August 1, when torrential rains pounded several northern provinces, including Dien Bien, Lao Cai, Tuyen Quang, Thai Nguyen, Bac Ninh, and Quang Ninh, with several areas recording nearly 300 millimetres of rainfall within just six hours. Flash floods and landslides claimed three lives, left nine others missing, and damaged 10 houses and roads in Tia Dinh and Xa Dung communes in Dien Bien province.

Compared to Q1/2025, Vietnam’s passport climbed 7 ranks, from 91st to 84th globally, the most impressive increase for Vietnam since the Henley's Passport Index began tracking this data over a decade ago

Party General Secretary To Lam has called for breakthroughs in military modernisation, innovation, and digital transformation as the Central Military Commission is preparing for the 12th Congress of the Party Organisation of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) for the 2025–2030 term.

Vietnam is well-placed to lead ASEAN+3 growth this year, provided the Government and businesses stay focused on efficiency and sustainable development.

To date, the institutional framework, mechanisms, and policies have been fundamentally completed, providing a legal foundation for the development of science, technology, innovation, digital transformation, and the implementation of Project 06. These areas have seen remarkable progress: 5G services have been rolled out nationwide; mobile internet speed has surged into the global top 20; and the National Data Centre project is being aggressively implemented.

As Vietnam is entering a new era, President Ho Chi Minh's principle of “placing the public interest above all else” is reflected in every policy and decision, aiming toward the ultimate goal of serving the Fatherland and the people, and continuously improving their material and spiritual well-being.

The two-tier local administration system has initially operated in a stable and smooth manner, shifting from a management role to one of service provision and development facilitation, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed while addressing a conference reviewing one month of running this system on July 28.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has announced substantial prize money for its “Happy Vietnam 2025” award, an annual human rights media contest, with the grand prize reaching 50 million VND (over 1,900 USD).

The Party leader acknowledged the significant role of the People's Public Security Forces in maintaining peace and political stability for the nation’s rollout of multiple policies over the past time, as well as the department's contributions to protecting the Party and internal political security.

In the three decades since, the country, consistently following a motto of being proactive, positive and responsible, has emerged as a vital force in ASEAN’s development, strengthening internal unity and consolidating the bloc’s centrality in regional and global affairs.

The Party leader urged relevant authorities to keep updating and enforcing preferential policies more effectively, proactively address proposals and legitimate aspirations of beneficiaries in a way that is both emotionally compassionate and legally sound, and streamline administrative procedures to ensure smooth delivery of financial support.

On December 22, 2024, Party General Secretary To Lam signed Resolution 57, outlining breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation. The resolution reflects the Party’s strategic vision and political will.

Vietnam serves as a key driver of ASEAN’s cooperation policy, which is based on self-reliance, respect for shared interests, and adherence to international law, said Prof. Chu Hoang Long from the Australian National University (ANU).

To date, the Ministry of Public Security has launched 43 utilities on the VNeID platform, effectively serving both citizens and businesses with a people-centred approach.