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Vietnam’s trade surpasses 1 trillion USD in 10 months

Vietnam recorded a trade surplus of an estimated 6.8 billion USD in October, marking the second consecutive month of surplus and narrowing the cumulative trade deficit for the first 10 months to around 12.7 billion USD.

Top leader calls on female NA deputies to help shape national development policies

Central Council for Theoretical Studies requested to strengthen core role in strategic advisory work

Vietnam advances child development strategy towards 2045

Vietnam receives 2026 Government Leadership Award

Vietnam’s credit rating upgrade opens doors to global capital

Japan’s Rating and Investment Information has upgraded Vietnam’s foreign-currency issuer rating to BBB- with a stable outlook, placing the country in investment-grade territory under its rating scale.

Lawmaking success lies in facilitating trade, reducing costs: Top leader

Regarding the draft law amending and supplementing some articles of the Law on Measurement, the Party and State leader requested that the legislative process focus on building measurement capabilities to support economic autonomy and technological mastery.

Fourteen of 15 key targets for 2026 to be met or exceeded: PM

Amid a complex international and regional environment, proactive engagement across the entire political system has yielded major and relatively comprehensive socio-economic achievements, with 14 out of the 15 primary socio-economic targets expected to be met or exceeded.

16th National Assembly commences second session

The parliament’s second session is scheduled to last until November 21. It is divided into two phases, with the first from October 17 to November 14, and the second from November 20 to 21.

Foreign investment in Vietnam surges 76.4% in first nine months

Total foreign investment registered in Vietnam as of September 30, including newly registered capital, additional capital and foreign investors’ capital contributions and share purchases, reached 50.36 billion USD, up 76.4% year on year.

Vietnamese brands must become strategic competitive advantage: PM

PM Le Minh Hung noted that a brand is not merely an asset belonging to an individual enterprise; it also represents a nation’s competitiveness, reputation, and standing.

Talent a strategic national resource for development: Deputy PM

Building on the tradition of respecting talented people, the Party and State have consistently focused on identifying, attracting, utilising and promoting talent.

Nationwide conference disseminates resolutions from 14th Party Central Committee’s fourth plenum

In all, 2,725,229 delegates joined, while live broadcasts on Vietnam Television, Radio the Voice of Vietnam and digital platforms extended access to officials and the public nationwide.

Hanoi University of Science and Technology urged to become leading research hub

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam stressed that amid advances in science and technology, AI, technological competition and supply chain shifts, Vietnam must boost productivity and quality, strengthen self-reliance and enhance international cooperation, making Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s intellect, resilience and creativity more vital than ever.

Key results of healthcare reforms in the first nine months of 2026

Over 75% of healthcare facilities have announced the implementation of electronic medical records, while 100% of health insurance-covered medical examination and treatment data have been connected to Vietnam Social Security’s system over the first nine months of 2026.

Fishermen strengthen safety measures amid stormy seas

Alongside upgrading their fishing vessels to improve efficiency, many fishermen in Dak Lak province continue to venture offshore despite rough seas. Each trip requires careful preparation, from checking engines and equipment to maintaining communications and monitoring weather conditions, to ensure safety and productive fishing.

Vietnam-China legislative cooperation underpins stronger bilateral ties

Vietnam-China relations continue to advance on the basis of the shared understandings reached by the top leaders of the two Parties and countries. In this process, cooperation between Vietnam’s National Assembly and China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) plays an important role in building political consensus, refining coordination mechanisms and establishing a legal framework for cooperation across various fields.

EuroCham: Business Confidence Index in Vietnam remains high at 78.3 in Q3

The survey found that 64% of respondents described their current business conditions as good or very good, while 28% maintained a neutral or cautious outlook, reflecting a wait-and-see attitude as international demand remains flat and businesses look for policy momentum to translate into faster procedures and more predictable outcomes.

Hanoi University of Science and Technology advances knowledge and innovation

Established on October 15, 1956, Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) was Vietnam’s first technical university. Over its 70-year history, the university has continued to affirm its role in training highly qualified human resources, conducting scientific research and advancing technology.

Seven export items surpass 10 billion USD mark

In the first nine months of this year, seven export items recorded turnover of more than 10 billion USD each, together accounting for 70.7% of Vietnam's total export value.

Vietnam eyes link between green credit and carbon market to unlock funding

The pilot market was launched with more than 511 million metric tonnes of CO₂ in allowances, allocated to facilities in three emissions-intensive sectors for 2025-2026, including thermal power, iron and steel, and cement.

Vietnam–China Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership

National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man is paying an official visit to China from October 11 to 15 at the invitation of Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China Zhao Leji.

Da Nang eyes new growth from mountain and forest resources

From medicinal plants grown under forest canopies to processing and ecotourism models, mountainous areas in the central city of Da Nang have new opportunities for growth following the merger. However, turning natural resources into sustainable livelihoods will require a major shift from agricultural production to agricultural economy that prioritises markets and added value.

UOB raises Vietnam’s 2026 GDP growth forecast to 9.2%

In its latest macroeconomic report, UOB also raised its 2027 growth forecast to 8.8% from 8.4%.

Phu Quoc accelerates water projects to ensure supply for APEC 2027

To improve supplies, the province is investing in two new water supply complexes: Cua Can Reservoir and Water Plant, and Duong Dong 2 Reservoir and Water Plant. The two plants will have a combined capacity of 86,000 cu.m per day.