Vietnam weathers economic shocks effectively: AMRO

The report highlights that Vietnam continues to benefit from strong domestic demand, robust export performance and sustained foreign investment inflows, particularly in high-tech manufacturing and electronics.

Proposal to merge Hung Kings holiday with Reunification Day break under review

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labour will collect opinions from workers on a proposal to rearrange public holidays in April.

Vietnam backs global One Health commitments at Lyon summit

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) has reaffirmed strong support for global political commitments on the “One Health” approach and international initiatives spearheaded by France.

Rising imports and flexible policies steady Vietnam’s fuel market

In the first three months of 2026, Vietnam imported a total of 6.49 million tonnes of crude oil and petroleum products. Notably, imports of refined fuel in March surged sharply, reaching 1.19 million tonnes with a value of US$1.42 billion.

Vietnamese businesswomen association debuts in Europe

The Vietnamese Businesswomen Association in Europe made its debut at a ceremony in Berlin on April 5, marking a new step in connecting Vietnamese female entrepreneurs across the continent.

HCM City proposes free bus rides on 135 routes

Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free bus rides on 135 routes across the city from early May under a proposal submitted by the municipal Department of Construction to the city People’s Committee for consideration.

Vietnam targets 50% reduction in electricity-related accidents by 2035

Vietnam aims to cut electricity-related fires and electrocution accidents by up to 50% by 2035 under a newly approved national programme on safe electricity use for the 2026–2035 period.

Customs uncover 8,900 violations in 6 months, online smuggling on the rise

Vietnam Customs on April 6 reported that from October 15, 2025 to March 15, 2026, customs forces nationwide detected, seized and handled 8,879 violations, with an estimated total value of more than 8 trillion VND (303.68 million USD).

Agriculture sector links key databases with National Integrated Data Centre

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MoAE) signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Public Security (MoPS) in Hanoi on April 6 to connect and integrate its databases with the MoPS’s National Integrated Data Centre (C12).

Hanoi police alert rise in transnational cybercrime involving foreign nationals

The Hanoi Department of Public Security has warned of a growing trend of high-tech crimes committed by foreign nationals shifting their operations to Vietnam after crackdowns intensified in several Southeast Asian countries, particularly Cambodia.

Hanoi Police charge additional 26 suspects in major forensic psychiatry case

The Department of Public Security of Hanoi has announced that it launched legal proceedings against 26 additional suspects in a major criminal case linked to the National Institute of Forensic Psychiatry and several related agencies and localities.

Middle East tensions: Vietnam issues urgent advisory to citizens in Israel

The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on April 7 released an urgent advisory to the Vietnamese community there, outlining updated civil defence measures issued by the Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command.

Vietnam thrash Timor Leste 7-1 to reach futsal semifinals

Vietnam’s futsal team delivered a commanding 7-1 victory over Timor Leste, securing an early place in the semifinals of the 2026 ASEAN Futsal Championship.

National Assembly chairman presents key personnel resolutions

On the afternoon of April 7, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man presided over a ceremony to announce and present resolutions issued by the National Assembly and its Standing Committee on personnel appointments.

World leaders congratulate General Secretary and President To Lam

Foreign leaders reaffirm strong ties and cooperation following Vietnam’s latest leadership appointments.

Cheap smartphones face extinction as memory costs surge

A global surge in memory chip prices is driving up smartphone production costs, raising concerns that affordable devices could gradually disappear from the market.

Hanoi and HCM City to begin motorbike emissions checks in 2027

Vietnam will begin implementing emissions inspections for motorbikes and mopeds under a phased roadmap, starting in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in 2027 before expanding nationwide.

Former deputy minister sentenced to four years in bribery case

On the afternoon of April 7, the Hanoi People’s Court sentenced former Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Hoang Van Thang to four years in prison for accepting bribes.

New Prime Minister Le Minh Hung outlines commitments in office

On the afternoon of April 7, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung took the oath of office and delivered his inaugural address immediately after being elected by the National Assembly.

Facebook users in Vietnam report sudden account bans, Meta responds

Vietnamese Facebook users report sudden account bans with unclear reasons, raising concerns over moderation systems.

Brief biography of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung

On April 7, 2026, at the first session of the 16th National Assembly, Mr. Le Minh Hung was elected Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

National Assembly elects Nguyen Huy Tien as top prosecutor

The National Assembly votes to keep Mr. Nguyen Huy Tien as head of the Supreme People’s Procuracy for the new term.

Domestic cars dominate as Vietnam auto supply surges

Vietnam’s automobile market recorded its strongest supply growth since the beginning of the year in March, with locally produced vehicles continuing to outnumber imports.

Nguyen Van Quang sworn in as Chief Justice for new term

On the afternoon of April 7, the National Assembly carried out personnel procedures within its authority, including the election of the Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court.

National Assembly unanimously re-elects Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan

Mrs. Vo Thi Anh Xuan is re-elected Vice President of Vietnam with unanimous support from the National Assembly for the 2026-2031 term.