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Int’l press voices confidence in 14th National Party Congress

The 14th National Party Congress is discussing, giving opinions on, and adopting a number of particularly important draft documents that provide long-term guidance for the country’s development. International friends in Vietnam have voiced strong confidence in the success of the Congress.

14th National Party Congress opens, marking starting point of new development era

Party and State leaders attend preparatory session of 14th National Party Congress

Key highlights of 14th National Party Congress

Security training intensified for 14th National Party Congress

Law opens new development spaces for Vietnam’s technology firms

First enacted in 2008, the Law on High Technology laid the foundation for the establishment of high-tech parks, the attraction of investment into key technological fields, and the promotion of research and development (R&D).

Eighty years on: From first ballot to Vietnam’s aspiration to rise

Eighty years ago, on January 6, 1946, history was made when, for the first time, all Vietnamese citizens aged 18 and above, regardless of gender, wealth, ethnicity, religion or social background, cast their ballots to elect the National Assembly, the highest representative body of the people and the supreme state authority of the newly founded nation. The National Assembly went on to decide the country’s most critical issues, including adopting the Constitution and laying the legal foundations of an independent Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City pilots UAVs for delivery services

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Saigon Hi-Tech Park Management Board and tech companies Saolatek, Real-time Robotics Vietnam, and Di Dong Viet, has kicked off a pilot programme using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for delivery services.

Innovation – Driver for new development phase

The draft action programme of the Party Central Committee to implement the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress identifies the shift to a new growth model, economic restructuring, and accelerated industrialisation and modernisation, with science, technology, innovation and digital transformation as the core engines, as key tasks.

Overseas Vietnamese community grows in size and quantity

The overseas Vietnamese population has expanded from 2.7 million in 2004 to nearly 6.5 million in over 130 countries and territories, sending home about 15 billion USD in remittances annually, while expatriates have invested in 457 projects worth 1.729 billion USD nationwide.

Vietnam’s health sector accelerates reform towards people-centred system

In 2025, Vietnam faced severe pressures from natural disasters alongside a complex global and regional environment, population ageing, and rising risks from communicable and non-communicable diseases. These challenges placed heavy demands on the health sector, while domestic efforts to streamline the state apparatus and implement a two-tier local government system created both pressure and impetus for innovation and more effective public service delivery.

Digital technology industry surpasses 2025 targets

The digital technology industry’s total revenue hit an estimated 198 billion USD, marking a 26% jump from last year and coming in 16% above the annual target.

Vietnam targets double-digit growth in 2026 with massive investment push

The National Assembly has targeted 10% GDP growth for 2026, a goal that demands enormous capital inflows.

Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone: ambassador

During the 2023–2025 term, the participation of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission in Geneva at the UN Human Rights Council was guided by a consistent approach: constructive engagement, coherence, and keeping the council focused on practical solutions that improve people’s lives.

Vietnam kicks off 2026 tourism season with ceremonies for first arrivals

In Ho Chi Minh City, the Department of Tourism hosted arrivals of the first international visitors at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, including those on Vietnam Airlines' VN30 from Germany and Qatar Airways' QR974 from Qatar.

Steadfast governance in 2025 builds momentum for a new era

Government leadership in 2025 was marked by firm yet flexible direction, coordinated action and responsiveness to real-world conditions, delivering strong economic growth, effective disease control, faster digital transformation, administrative restructuring and legal improvements, and laying a solid foundation for sustainable development.

HCM City launches Public Administrative Service Centre

The People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City held a ceremony on December 31 to make debut its Public Administrative Service Centre, marking a significant step forward in advancing administrative reform and building a modern, efficient and people-oriented public administration.

New Year celebrations across Vietnam

From major cities to popular tourist destinations, a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere spread across Vietnam as people gathered to welcome the New Year. The nationwide celebrations reflected a shared sense of optimism and togetherness as the country stepped into the new year.

Vietnam forges ahead confidently into new era with wisdom, resilience: Party chief

Combating corruption, wastefulness and negative practices is a crucial task, essential for preserving the Party’s credibility, upholding the rule of law, and, most importantly, maintaining the trust of the people, Party chief said.

Vietnam poised to ring in 2026, ready to embark on new era of prosperity

Major urban centres are already seeing massive crowds as streets have been transformed into colourful corridors of light. This year, the focus in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City has shifted toward immersive cultural experiences that blend tradition with modern innovation.

National Data Centre No.1 to help accelerate digital transformation: Party chief

The National Data Centre No.1 has been positioned as a core and pivotal facility, serving as the “brain” and “heart” of the national digital transformation process, said Party General Secretary To Lam.

Total trade turnover up 17.2% in 11 months

In the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam’s total import–export turnover reached 839.75 billion USD, up 17.2% compared to the same period last year, with exports rising 16.1% and imports increasing 18.4%.

Hanoi leads 2025 Vietnam eBusiness Index

The average score of the rankings is 9.3 points. The gap in e-commerce development between the two major economic centres – Hanoi and HCM City – and the remaining provinces and cities is very large.

Vietnam welcomes over 19 million int'l visitors in January–November

High-quality workforce key to Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions

Developing high-quality human resources is the decisive factor for Vietnam to successfully build its semiconductor industry, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc said at a conference reviewing the implementation of national strategies on semiconductor workforce development held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 26.