Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged U.S. companies to expand their presence in Vietnam, emphasizing trade growth, technology partnerships, and institutional reforms for long-term investment opportunities.

Effective from March 1, Vietnam’s reformed government features 14 ministries and 3 central agencies, enabling faster decision-making, decentralization, and improved policy execution to spur economic growth.

As businesses adopt AI and automation, Vietnam’s labor market is shifting toward high-tech industries. Unskilled workers face increasing job losses and declining wages in 2025.

Le Thi Hien, chairwoman of the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance and Global Market Group, lured 1,600 investors into fraudulent real estate projects, stealing nearly $16 million before being arrested.

Vietnam’s tax administration has been restructured into a three-tier system with 20 regional tax offices and 350 district tax teams, streamlining operations and eliminating the General Departments.

Ho Chi Minh City will experience multiple heatwaves in March, with temperatures exceeding 37°C, while sudden localized storms may bring brief but heavy rains.

In an unprecedented move, Vietnam has transferred 18 state-owned enterprises, including PetroVietnam and EVN, to the Ministry of Finance, reshaping state asset management.

Vietnam’s Prime Minister hosted a roundtable with leading Chinese corporations to discuss investments in infrastructure, green energy, and high-tech industries.

Under Decree No. 45/2025, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City may establish 15 departments and appoint up to 10 additional deputy directors, while other provinces are limited to 14 departments.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism now manages 25 organizational units, including new departments overseeing journalism, broadcasting, and digital media, following a government restructuring.

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has assumed control of vocational education and 15 educational institutions from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs as part of government restructuring efforts.

Vietnam dissolves district-level police units, shifts driver’s license issuance to local police, and transfers judicial record management to the Ministry of Public Security under major reforms.

Vietnamese cuisine takes 12 out of 16 spots in Taste Atlas’ ranking of the best sandwiches and wraps in Southeast Asia, with banh mi variations leading the list.

Vietnam Television (VTV) and Voice of Vietnam (VOV) have been restructured under new government decrees, defining their functions and expanding their organizational frameworks.

The Ho Chi Minh City Police have restructured operations by dissolving district police units, reducing administrative levels, and enhancing law enforcement efficiency.

From March 1, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health will oversee social protection and child welfare, while consolidating public health departments under a new government decree.

Vietnam’s new Decree 49 enforces exit bans on individuals and business owners with overdue tax debts of at least 50 million VND ($2,000) for over 120 days. Legal representatives of companies owing over 500 million VND ($20,000) are also affected.

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max is rumored to feature a new aluminum camera bar, 12GB RAM, and enhanced AI capabilities. Leaks also suggest a new ultra-thin "iPhone 17 Air."

The Politburo has directed revisions to the Constitution and key laws to facilitate administrative mergers, the elimination of district-level governments, and the streamlining of political organizations. The amendments are to be completed by June 30.

Ho Chi Minh City’s Traffic Police have begun processing driver’s license renewals, ensuring a smooth, efficient procedure. Citizens can apply in person or online, with an 8-day turnaround.

HoREA has proposed allowing the Ministry of National Defense and the Ministry of Public Security to approve buyers for social housing projects, streamlining the process for military and police personnel.

Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology has appointed Pham Duc Long and Bui Hoang Phuong as deputy ministers, strengthening leadership in the newly merged ministry.

The Politburo has proposed restructuring Vietnam’s local judicial system by discontinuing district-level courts and procuracies. The plan aims to streamline governance and enhance judicial efficiency.

Van Chi Nam, a master's degree holder in Information Technology, has been appointed Vice Rector of Ho Chi Minh City University of Science, joining the university’s leadership team.

Vietnam announces free tuition for all public school students from preschool to high school starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. The policy aims to promote equal education access and ease financial burdens for families.