A mid-sized coastal province, Khanh Hoa is at a turning point that will redefine its entire development: a strategic shift following its merger with Ninh Thuan under the National Assembly’s Resolution No 202/2025/QH15 released on June 25.

As of July 1, a two-tier local government model started in 34 provinces and cities, streamlining administration but creating a surplus of public properties. If not promptly addressed, these assets could become a financial burden.

PM Chinh proposed MUFG work closely with the Ministry of Finance to improve legal frameworks and support the establishment and operation of the international financial centre in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City.

Deputy PM Mai Van Chinh has called for a strong push in digital transformation and the development of a smart tourism ecosystem to reposition Vietnam’s national tourism in a more professional and strategic manner.

New directive by Prime Minister Chinh outlines bold reforms to stimulate growth, control inflation, and boost housing access for the youth.

Vietnam has proposed a $6.3 billion plan to address worsening landslides and flash floods across 21 provinces, including AI-based warning systems and relocation strategies.

The Ministry of Home Affairs will select 34 outstanding officials with capability, qualifications, dedication, and responsibility to support 34 provinces and cities for a period of three months.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 4 laid out 15 groups of concrete tasks and solutions to realise the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development.

The Government Office on August 4 issued Notice No. 395/TB-VPCP on conclusions of Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son on nuclear power development, highlighting the requirement to complete site clearance for Ninh Thuan nuclear power project in Khanh Hoa in 2025.

As of August 1, ministries and agencies had cut 115 administrative procedures, 118 business conditions, and simplified 691 others in line with the 2025–2026 reform agenda.

Vietnam’s state budget revenue soared to over 1,572 trillion VND (60.4 billion USD) in the first seven months of 2025, hitting 79.9% of the annual target and jumping 27.4% year-on-year, the Ministry of Finance reported.

The emergency assistance is aimed at helping stabilise local lives and address consequences following the recent devastating floods in Dien Bien and Nghe An.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, head of the national steering committee for implementing the Politburo’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development, chaired the committee’s first meeting on August 4 evening.

Facing a flash flood at midnight, Mua A Thi risked his life to lead a mass evacuation, earning national praise.

Vietnam is accelerating efforts to become a key player in the global semiconductor industry, with the Prime Minister urging breakthrough growth.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 2 reiterated that Long Thanh International Airport must be completed to receive its first flight on December 19, 2025 and begin commercial operations in early 2026.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long visited Son La on August 3 to assess damage and recovery efforts following severe floods and landslides that struck the northern mountainous province.

Deputy PM Chinh said, the tourism sector will make a breakthrough, becoming a pillar of the economy and a green and sustainable attractive destination in the world tourism map.

PM Pham Minh Chinh on July 31 chaired the 19th meeting of the State Steering Committee for National Key Transport Projects, urging ministries, sectors, and localities to accelerate efforts to complete 3,000km of expressways by the end of 2025.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a meeting with representatives of the diplomatic corps in Vietnam on July 31 to brief them on the reorganisation of administrative units and two-tier local administration of the country.