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Opening remarks of 14th National Party Congress
The 14th National Party Congress is a momentous event for the country and a historic turning point toward the 100th founding anniversary of the Party (February 3, 1930-2030), concentrating the will, aspirations, and determination of our entire Party, people, and armed forces with the spirit of strategic self-reliance, self-strengthening, and confidence to advance strongly into a new era, for a peaceful, independent, democratic, prosperous, civilised, and happy Vietnam steadily progressing towards socialism.
14th National Congress of Communist Party of Vietnam officially opens in Hanoi
The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) solemnly opened at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on January 20 morning.
14th National Party Congress opens in Hanoi
On January 20 morning, the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam officially opened at the National Convention Center in Hanoi.
14th National Party Congress opens, marking starting point of new development era
The 14th National Party Congress also sets a target of strong economic growth, with average GDP growth of about 10% during the 2026–2030 period. This is not merely a growth figure but is closely linked to improving quality of life, employment, and income for the people.
Delegates place high hopes in 14th National Party Congress
Delegates have expressed strong confidence and high expectations for the success of the 14th National Party Congress during interviews with the Vietnam News Agency on the sidelines of the event.
14th National Party Congress convenes preparatory session in Hanoi
The congress unanimously approved the preparatory session’s programme, the working regulations of the congress, the congress work programme, and the election regulations for the 14th National Party Congress.
Party and State leaders attend preparatory session of 14th National Party Congress
On the morning of January 19, 2026, following a tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his Mausoleum and an incense-offering ceremony at the Monument to Heroes and Martyrs, Party General Secretary To Lam, along with other Party and State leaders and delegates to the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, arrived at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi for the preparatory session.
Key highlights of 14th National Party Congress
With the theme “Under the glorious flag of the Party, joining hands and uniting wills to successfully realise the country’s development goals to 2030; ensuring strategic autonomy, fostering self-reliance and confidence, advancing firmly in the era of national rise for peace, independence, democracy, prosperity, civilisation and happiness, and steadfastly progressing towards socialism”, the 14th National Party Congress affirms its pivotal role as a landmark event of historic significance for Vietnam’s development.
Draft documents of 14th Party Congress signal breakthrough in economic thinking
In the summary of the draft Political Report to be submitted to the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the Party reaffirms its determination to comprehensively refine the socialist-oriented market economy institutions. Notably, for the first time, the concepts of the digital economy, green economy, circular economy and sharing economy are officially and comprehensively incorporated into the Congress documents.
Vietnam’s field hospital serves as medical pillar of UN mission in South Sudan
Vietnam’s Level-2 Field Hospital 7 is steadily asserting itself as a reliable medical pillar of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan, serving as both a healthcare provider and a vital “life shield” for multinational forces amid ongoing security challenges.
From resilience in adversity to aspirations for rise in new era
The 13th Party Congress was a special milestone in the nation’s history, marked by exceptionally severe challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, supply-chain disruptions, sharply rising global inflation, and geopolitical conflicts that weakened many economies worldwide. Against this backdrop, the mettle and brainpower of the Vietnamese people shone even more brightly.
Vietnam's economy 2021–2025: Resilience amid global headwinds
During 2021–2025, Vietnam maintained macroeconomic stability amid global volatility, underscoring the resilience of its economy. Average GDP growth reached 6.3%, placing the country among the top-performing economies both in the region and worldwide.
Vietnam strives for strategic autonomy in semiconductor era
Semiconductors are no longer the exclusive domain of technological powerhouses; instead, every country is racing to research and produce them to secure their place in the global value chain. For Vietnam, this journey is inextricably linked to the goal of building an independent and self-reliant economy in the context of international integration.
Security training intensified for 14th National Party Congress
The Phu Tho provincial police have organised intensive training for the special police force, combined with drills to ensure security and public order for the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
Vietnam’s outbound investment exceeds 1.36 billion USD in 2025
Vietnam’s total outbound investment in 2025 exceeded 1.36 billion USD, up 88.7% year on year, with capital flows reaching 36 countries and territories and concentrated in sectors such as manufacturing, electricity and wholesale and retail trade, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
FDI inflows in 2025 hit five-year high
Vietnam’s foreign direct investment in 2025 reached its highest level in the past five years, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
Toward 14th National Party Congress: Vietnam’s economic gains after 40 years of reform
Adopted amid severe economic hardship, Vietnam’s reforms began when per capita income was only a few hundred US dollars and production was fragmented. Four decades on, renewed thinking and strong resolve have driven sustained growth beyond the early average of just over 4% a year.
14th National Party Congress ushers in Vietnam’s new era
The 14th National Party Congress is scheduled to take place from January 19 to 25, 2026, in Hanoi, with the participation of nearly 1,600 delegates, representing more than five million Party members nationwide. With the guiding motto “Unity-Democracy-Discipline-Breakthrough-Development,” the Congress will define strategic thinking, vision, and major policy decisions to enable the country to move forward confidently and strongly in a new era.
