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Gov't sets aside resources for public sector pay and pension increases in 2027

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has instructed ministries and agencies to allocate resources in line with the state's budget-balancing capacity to support adjustments to public sector salaries and pensions.

Capital Law 2026 paves way for Hanoi’s new development model

One of the key breakthroughs of the new resolutions is the shift from a traditional management-oriented approach to a development-enabling model.

Vietnam proposes sweeping changes to adoption law

Vietnam’s Ministry of Justice has proposed significant revisions to the Law on Adoption, including new age-gap requirements and stronger safeguards against child trafficking.

PM urges Hanoi to target higher growth, become leading innovation hub

PM Le Minh Hung has called on Hanoi to set higher development goals and standards commensurate with its role as the nation’s political and administrative centre.

Gov't moves to remove bottlenecks, drive double-digit economic growth in 2026

The Government has issued a resolution directing ministries, ministry-level agencies, and provincial and municipal authorities to continue implementing socio-economic development tasks and solutions in a serious, coordinated and effective manner.

Government seeks to limit inflation impact from regulated price increases

Vietnam's government has ordered a thorough assessment of any adjustments to state-managed prices, including electricity, healthcare and education services, to keep inflation under control.

Administrative procedures cut, simplified to be published online

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has issued Official Dispatch No. 596/TTg-CDS on continuing the delegation of authority and the reduction and simplification of administrative procedures and business conditions.

Ethnic and Religious Affairs Ministry focuses on efficiency and digital growth

Digital transformation, administrative reform and implementation of national target programs were among the key issues discussed at a ministry meeting on June 5.

Deputy PM demands tangible results in strategic tech development

Deputy PM Ho Quoc Dung on June 4 underscored the need for drastic and coordinated action, and measurable outcomes as he chaired the first meeting of the Government task force on strategic technology development.

Hanoi debates new approach to managing rapidly growing urban communities

As mega-urban projects expand across Hanoi, officials are calling for more flexible and professional standards for grassroots community leaders.

Vietnam weighs utility and service price adjustments amid inflation concerns

As the government pursues ambitious growth targets, officials are seeking to carefully manage regulated prices to avoid destabilizing the broader economy.

Government to scrutinize sectors and localities falling short of growth goals

Vietnam's top leadership is preparing targeted interventions in underperforming regions as the government seeks to maintain momentum toward double-digit growth.

Vietnam opens new nationwide campaign against online piracy and IP violations

Vietnam is reviewing its intellectual property enforcement framework and considering tougher administrative penalties to improve deterrence and meet international commitments.

Consumer rights must come first in E10 rollout, Deputy PM says

Deputy PM Pham Gia Tuc has called for greater transparency regarding the quality, technical standards & vehicle compatibility of E10 biofuel, stressing that consumer interests must remain at the center of Vietnam’s nationwide transition to the fuel.

Government considers KPI system for ministries and local authorities

Vietnam is preparing to pilot a KPI-based evaluation system for public investment disbursement, with plans to expand the approach to other government tasks.

Hanoi delays approval of low-emission zone plan and EV subsidies

Hanoi has postponed approval of its low-emission zone proposal and clean-vehicle subsidy plan pending further review and public consultation.

Vietnam needs bold policies to attract global finance, PM says

The government is accelerating preparations for Vietnam’s international financial center, with new regulations and governance structures expected this month.

Hanoi prioritizes housing access as Capital Law takes effect

Hanoi is racing to finalize a series of new policies on social welfare, housing, green transportation, low-emission zones and urban development in preparation for the implementation of the Capital Law 2026 on July 1.

Development resources unlocked via two-tier local administration model

The Ministry of Finance said the first phase of handling 25,885 state-owned land and property facilities nationwide has been completed as part of the restructuring of administrative units and the rollout of the two-tier local administration model.

Vietnam moves toward unified food safety management system

Vietnam’s current multi-ministry food safety framework faces growing scrutiny as officials seek a more streamlined and effective system to protect public health.