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Government sets 10% growth target for provinces and cities

The Government has directed provincial authorities to align their economic plans with a national target of at least 10% GDP growth for 2026, with instructions to pursue the goal without debate.

When central government orders meet local aspirations in Cao Bang

Cao Bang has chosen to restructure its governance apparatus to unlock resources through a two-tier local government model and the removal of intermediate layers.

Vietnam considers salary hike for local officials in 2026 reform effort

The Ministry of Home Affairs is drafting a new salary proposal to address mounting pressures on commune-level officials under a two-tier governance model.

Education embraces AI and digitalization in strategic overhaul

Minister Nguyen Kim Son highlights key achievements and outlines bold reforms as education becomes a core driver of national development.

Digital IDs to replace paper records for Vietnamese public employees

The Vietnamese government has issued Decree No. 27/2026 outlining the framework for a national database of civil servants, public officials, and public employees. The new regulation will take effect from July 1, 2026.

Economic diplomacy emerges as a driving force in Vietnam’s next development era

VietNamNet is honored to present the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, titled “Economic diplomacy transforms decisively for the nation’s strong and prosperous development.”

Vietnam accelerates rare earth strategy to strengthen strategic autonomy

Vietnam is moving quickly to establish a national strategy on rare earth development, signaling a shift toward greater strategic autonomy and deeper integration into global high-tech supply chains.

Vietnam to launch international financial center in HCM City by February 9

PM Pham Minh Chinh says building an international financial center is about creating a complete ecosystem of policy, talent, infrastructure, and trust.

HCMC targets double-digit growth, tackles four critical bottlenecks

To achieve its ambitious 2030 growth goals, Ho Chi Minh City is prioritizing long-term reforms in planning, infrastructure, investment, and digital transformation.

Government leader chairs first meeting of National Steering Committee on Data

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who heads the National Steering Committee on Data, chaired its first meeting on January 12.

PM chairs meeting on housing policy, real estate market

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the Central Steering Committee on Housing Policy and the Real Estate Market, chaired the 5th meeting of the committee in Hanoi on January 13.

Vietnam prepares new pay structure for civil servants and public employees

A revised salary scheme for civil servants, public employees, and armed forces personnel is being proposed to reflect administrative reforms and practical needs.

Asset declarations required for officials as values rise beyond $40,000

From July 1, Vietnamese public officials will be required to submit supplemental asset declarations if their annual asset or income increases exceed 1 billion VND (approximately USD 40,000), according to new amendments to the Law on Anti-Corruption.

Vietnam to organise national development into six socio-economic regions

National Assembly Chair Tran Thanh Man has signed certification of Resolution No. 252/2025 of the 15th National Assembly, which revises and supplements the National Master Plan for the 2021–2030 period with a vision to 2050.

Phu Tho names new party chief after Truong Quoc Huy steps down

The Politburo has accepted Truong Quoc Huy’s request to step down for personal reasons and appointed Pham Dai Duong as the new secretary of the Phu Tho provincial party committee.

PM orders sharp cut in State-funded projects, caps 2026–2030 total at 3,000

For 2026, the Government has allocated nearly 995.35 trillion VND in state budget investment, with about 85.6% already assigned as of January 7.

PM welcomes Chinese group’s expansion into major infrastructure projects

The PM welcomed the China Pacific Construction Group's proposals to join large-scale infrastructure developments in Vietnam in the coming years and encouraged more investment in the country.

Vietnam to review salaries amid ongoing public sector downsizing

Vietnam will continue trimming its public workforce in 2026, coupled with proposals to recalibrate salaries and allowances across the system.

State President appoints two deputy chief justices

President Luong Cuong described the appointees as highly trained legal experts with strong qualifications who have advanced through the ranks while accumulating substantial hands-on experience in the judicial system.

Vietnam to ensure electronic civil status records for all citizens

Under the plan, all civil status events of Vietnamese citizens, foreign residents in Vietnam, as well as foreigners and people of Vietnamese origin, must be registered in a timely, complete and accurate manner in accordance with the law.