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Prime Minister approves Hung Yen leadership appointments

On April 14, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung signed decisions approving the election results for the chairman and five vice chairmen of the Hung Yen People’s Committee for the 2026-2031 term.

Second campuses of Bach Mai, Viet Duc hospitals must open in Q2: PM

Regarding the second campuses of Bach Mai and Viet Duc hospitals, the PM pointed out that the remaining hurdles are largely coordination-related and fall within the purview of the Ministry of Health (MoH) and relevant ministries.

‘Hot’ growth will not come at the expense of macro-economic stability: PM

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has emphasized that growth must go hand in hand with stability and the control of major economic balances. He said he will not accept "hot" growth at the expense of macroeconomic stability.

PM orders sharp cuts to business conditions for double-digit growth

PM Le Minh Hung ordered cutting unnecessary business conditions and streamlining red tape while chairing a meeting of the Government’s permanent members in Hanoi on April 13.

PM Le Minh Hung extends Chol Chnam Thmay greetings to Khmer community

In a letter dated April 10 for Chol Chnam Thmay, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung said Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups form a unified nation, with the Khmer community as an integral part.

Prime Minister defines responsibilities for cabinet leadership

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed Decision No. 666 outlining the assignment of responsibilities for the prime minister and six deputy prime ministers.

Vietnam to reorganize schools, hospitals and media system

A government action plan details how education, healthcare and public units will be restructured for efficiency.

PM warns against ‘overheating’ growth at the cost of stability

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung stressed that economic growth must go hand in hand with macroeconomic stability, rejecting any trade-off for short-term gains.

National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled

The Government has issued Resolution No. 86/NQ-CP promulgating the national strategy on innovative start-ups, aiming to foster a wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurship across society, grounded in science, technology and digital transformation.

PM calls for cutting back on new headquarters and admin centers

PM Le Minh Hung has called for maximizing the use of existing government offices and strictly limiting the construction of new headquarters and administrative centers.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chairs first Government Standing Committee meeting

Vietnam’s Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chairs the first Government Standing Committee meeting, setting priorities for growth and reform.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung sets bold growth mandate for new term

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung sets a target of over 10 percent annual growth, calling it a development imperative for the next term.

Vietnam unveils complete list of cabinet members for new term

The National Assembly on April 8 approved a resolution ratifying the Prime Minister’s nominations for ministers and other government members for the 2026-2031 term.

Vietnam’s new government confirmed with six deputy prime ministers

On the morning of April 8, the National Assembly approved the Prime Minister’s proposal to appoint six deputy prime ministers, along with ministers and other members of the new government, through a secret ballot.

Nguyen Dinh Khang appointed Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs

Vietnam’s National Assembly approves key cabinet appointments, including Mr. Nguyen Dinh Khang as Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs for the 2026-2031 term.

Project on digital transformation in cultural sector approved

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has signed Decision No. 611/QD-TTg dated April 4 approving the project on digital transformation in the cultural sector to 2030, with a vision to 2045.

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.

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.

Vietnam approves new government structure with 17 ministries and agencies

On the morning of April 7, during its first session, the 16th National Assembly convened in a closed meeting under the chairmanship of National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.

Government approves plan to establish Dong Nai as centrally run city

The Vietnamese government has approved a proposal to establish Dong Nai as a centrally governed city, alongside plans to create 10 new wards within the province, marking a significant milestone in its administrative and urban development roadmap.