PM requests enhancing power saving, accelerating rooftop solar rollout
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a directive, requesting stricter electricity-saving measures and accelerated development of self-produced, self-consumed rooftop solar power, as Vietnam moves to secure energy supply amid rising demand and global uncertainties.
Breakthroughs in Resolution 57 implementation need to be measured by results
More than a year after its rollout, the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation has emerged as a strategic declaration charting a new development pathway for Vietnam.
Prime Minister urges youth to take lead in key areas for national development
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on the Vietnamese youth to take the lead in key areas to drive national development, urging stronger dedication, innovation and a pioneering spirit in building and safeguarding the nation.
Solutions sought to restore Mekong Delta wetland ecosystems
A workshop on sustainable restoration of wetland ecosystems in the Mekong Delta was held on March 24 in Tram Chim commune, Dong Thap province, bringing together experts, scientists, and conservation stakeholders to discuss solutions amid growing environmental challenges.
PM demands swift removal of hurdles in key railway projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on March 18 requested ministries, sectors and localities to act more proactively, flexibly and effectively in implementing railway projects, stressing the need to swiftly resolve bottlenecks while closely following directions from the Politburo, the National Assembly and the Government.
High share of female candidates for 16th NA a very positive signal: UN Women official
As many as 45% of candidates for Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly (NA) being women is an encouraging and positive development, according to Caroline Nyamayemombe, Country Representative of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) in Vietnam.
Four more Can Tho schools earn French education accreditation
A delegation led by French Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Etienne Ranaivoson paid a working visit to Can Tho city on March 11 and attended a ceremony presenting the Label FrancEducation accreditation plaque to the Chau Van Liem High School.
Party chief calls for stronger legal framework on food safety to protect public health
Improving mechanisms and policies on food safety must aim to best protect public health, helping people feel more secure when using daily food products while creating a transparent and favourable environment for legitimate food producers and traders, said Party General Secretary To Lam on March 11.
Vietnam rises in global LEED rankings as green buildings gain momentum
Vietnam has for the first time entered the top 10 markets outside the US by certified floor area under the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) green building standard, reflecting the growing momentum of sustainable development in the country’s real estate sector.
No further mergers of provincial, commune-level units planned: official
No plans are in place for further rearrangement or merger of provinces, cities or commune-level administrative units, an official from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) confirmed at the Government’s regular press briefing on March 4.
Six new laws take effect on March 1
(VNA) Six laws passed by the Vietnamese National Assembly in late 2025 entered into force on March 1, including the Law on Artificial Intelligence, the Law on Oversight Activities of National Assembly and People’s Councils, the Law on Rehabilitation and Bankruptcy, the Law on Investment, the Law on Planning, and the Law on Protection of State Secrets. Leveraging AI as national intellectual infrastructure
NA Chairman presents Tet gifts to policy beneficiary, disadvantaged families in Can Tho
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his delegation visited and extended Lunar New Year (Tet) greetings to 200 policy beneficiary families, poor households and those facing particularly difficult circumstances in Thanh Xuan commune, the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho, on February 13.
Tet celebrations among overseas Vietnamese strengthen community bonds, promote cultural exchanges
Lunar New Year (Tet) celebrations organised by Vietnamese communities abroad have helped strengthen community ties and promote cultural exchange, with a series of festive events held across Europe, Asia, and the US.