Waste occurs not only in misdirected spending, but also in projects that drag on for years without completion and policies that fail to take effect.

Vietnam’s National Assembly on April 23 officially passed the amended Law on Belief and Religion, marking the first time a legal framework has been established to govern religious and belief-related activities in cyberspace.

A proposed policy would extend financial support for prenatal and newborn screening to all families nationwide.

The Chairman of the Hai Phong People’s Committee has approved a decision designating areas where mineral activities are either prohibited or temporarily banned across the eastern part of the city.

A fresh wave of cold air is bringing widespread rain and storms, with two more spells expected before the end of April.

Coach Mano Polking has officially extended his contract with CAHN (Hanoi Police FC), committing to the Hanoi-based club until 2028 as both sides look to build on recent success.

Hanoi Police have been directed to urgently roll out key projects, including AI-powered camera systems, accelerated integration of surveillance networks, and pilot deployment of UAVs to monitor urban order.

Hanoi will waive fares for buses and metro services for seven days, aiming to encourage public transport use during major holidays.

The Government Inspectorate has transferred the dossier related to the Van Khe Urban Area expansion project (Usilk City), developed by Song Da Thang Long JSC, to the Ministry of Public Security for investigation.

On the morning of April 24, with 478 out of 487 delegates present voting in favor, the National Assembly passed a resolution establishing Dong Nai City. The resolution will take effect on April 30.

Vietnam removes the fixed VND500 million tax threshold, allowing flexible adjustments based on economic conditions and fiscal needs.

PM Le Minh Hung and President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung on April 23 attended the Vietnam – RoK Economic Forum in Hanoi, where both called for advancing bilateral cooperation in industry, investment and science-technology.

The Hanoi International Martial Arts Festival will take place in Hanoi from August 7 to 9, bringing together thousands of martial artists from Vietnam and abroad.

NA Delegate Nguyen Thi Thuy has proposed that public schools should be banned from arranging partner programs interspersed with formal curriculum hours to avoid situations where parents have to enroll their children, creating financial burdens.

Both professional and amateur filmmakers are encouraged to submit entries to the second Ho Chi Minh City Short Film Festival, which will be held in June.

The National Assembly on April 23 approved the revised Law on Civil Status featuring a major digital governance reform, with civil registration services no longer bound by administrative boundaries.

It's time for Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) to elevate bilateral cooperation to a new level, from investment partners to partners in shaping the future together, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has said.

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has granted a licence for the establishment of a wholly foreign-owned bank to the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK).

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have been ranked among the top five fastest-growing urban centres in the world, according to a newly released Growth Hubs Index ranking by Savills.

Two photo exhibitions opened on April 23 in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring the people and landscape of Vietnam and development achievements of the southern metropolis.

The fourth Vietnam Banh Mi Festival 2026 opened to visitors on April 23 at Le Van Tam Park in Ho Chi Minh City, drawing food lovers and tourists alike.

Twelve Estonian companies joined an Estonia-Vietnam business seminar in Ho Chi Minh City on April 23, part of the official visit of Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, as the two countries seek to deepen trade and investment ties.

The Hateco International Container Terminal (HHIT) in Hai Phong received the ultra-large container vessel COSCO SHIPPING AQUARIUS on April 22, marking a new milestone as the biggest ship ever to dock at the port.

VN fruit and vegetable exports have made a strong start to the year, with rising shipments and tighter compliance with international standards helping producers tap robust global demand, according to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetables Association.

HCM City is ready to work closely with Dutch partners to promote substantive cooperation and deepen bilateral ties in an effective and sustainable manner, contributing practically to the Vietnam–Netherlands comprehensive partnership.