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ASEAN Future Forum 2026 spotlights Vietnam’s rising global prestige

Diplomats of Laos, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, and Timor-Leste have all described the forum as a timely and strategic initiative that provides a platform for forward-looking dialogue on the region’s future.

Party chief calls for building national capacity for innovation, adaptation

The new development model must place people at the centre as the objective, driving force and key actor of development. All development policies should aim to improve people’s material and spiritual well-being, creative capacity, dignity, opportunities for advancement and equitable access to development benefits, said top leader To Lam.

Development resources unlocked via two-tier local administration model

According to the Ministry of Finance's one-year review report on the restructuring of administrative units and the operation of the two-tier local administration model, the first phase of handling 25,885 state-owned land and property facilities has been completed nationwide.

Vietnam’s culture development in digital era

Under the Politburo's Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW, issued on January 7, 2026, culture is defined as the spiritual foundation of society, an important endogenous resource, a driver of socio-economic development and a source of national soft power. In the new era, cultural values are expected to permeate all aspects of life, serving as a foundation, resource, catalyst and regulatory force for the country’s rapid and sustainable development.

Vietnam seeks more dynamic development and more effective governance: Top leader

Vietnam is pushing ahead with efforts to streamline its state apparatus, improve institutions and strengthen national governance capacity, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam said.

AI generates novel pathway to sustainable tourism development in Vietnam

According to the 2026 Travel Outlook Report released by Agoda, Vietnamese travellers are leading Asia in their readiness to adopt AI for travel planning. The report shows that 81% of Vietnamese respondents intend to use AI for their next trip, significantly higher than the regional average of 63%.

Basic science research must be reformed to meet national development requirements: top leader

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam stressed that reform in basic science research must encompass awareness, institutional frameworks, investment mechanisms, and implementation methods. He described the issue as a strategic matter directly linked to Vietnam’s development model, national self-reliance and international standing in the 21st century.

Vietnam approves human resources development plan for atomic energy sector

The scheme aims to build a workforce with sufficient quantity, balanced structure and high-quality expertise to meet the country’s growing demand for atomic energy development and applications, while ensuring radiation safety, nuclear safety and nuclear security.

Culture budget commitment of 2% expected to drive long-term development

Resolution 80 affirms that investment in culture is investment in the country’s future and sustainable growth, while calling for a fundamental shift in the mobilisation of resources for cultural development, with the State taking a leading role.

Phu Quy special zone leverages tourism, fisheries for sustainable development

The Phu Quy special zone, an island district off the south-central coast of Vietnam, is capitalising on its strong marine economy potential, particularly in tourism and fisheries, to transform the island’s economy, improve local livelihoods and position itself as a key sea-based economic hub.

Hanoi approves nearly 28-bln-USD Red River landscape boulevard project

Covering more than 11,400 hectares and requiring an estimated 736.96 trillion VND (nearly 28 billion USD), the project is expected to reshape urban development along both banks of the Red River over the coming decades while improving transport connectivity and public spaces in the capital.

Resolution 68 opens new pathways for Vietnamese brands in regional, global markets

According to Dr. Bui Thanh Minh, Deputy Director of the Office of the Private Economic Development Research Board under the Prime Minister’s Advisory Council for Administrative Procedure Reform, Resolution 68 has helped foster a stronger entrepreneurial spirit through a series of concrete policy measures.

Vietnam earmarks at least 2% of annual state budget for cultural development

The resolution stipulates that cultural spending will be increased in line with development needs in each period to implement the Party’s guidelines and the State’s policies.

WB honours Vietnam for effective human capital development, utilisation

The recognition under HCI+ 2026 affirms Vietnam’s efforts to place people at the centre of its development strategy, improve education and healthcare quality, strengthen links between training and the labour market, and promote inclusive and sustainable growth.