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HCM City to digitize 100% of administrative procedures by October 1

From October 1, Ho Chi Minh City will fully transition all administrative services to digital platforms, ending paper-based submissions in a major digital government push.

PM commends authorities involved in dismantling major drug trafficking rings

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has sent a letter of commendation to competent forces involved in the successful crackdown on large-scale drug trafficking rings transporting illicit substances from abroad into Vietnam.

Deputy PM pushes for sci-tech innovation to boost product value

Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung called for aggressive sci-tech adoption in production to enhance product value during a meeting with ministries and agencies in Hanoi on September 9 to discuss strategic technological products for immediate development.

PM directs stronger measures to boost rice production, export

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 9 signed an official dispatch ordering ministries, agencies and localities to step up measures to promote rice production and export while ensuring domestic market stability.

Government reviews delegation of power report before Politburo submission

Permanent Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh chairs meeting on law enforcement, decentralisation report for Politburo.

PM urges legal reforms to remove obstacles, foster development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized the need for laws to both clear obstacles and enable development within a manageable framework while chairing the Government’s first law-making session of the month on September 8.

PM urges efforts to fully achieve set socio-economic development goals

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for extra efforts to fully achieve the socio-economic development targets and goals set for this year, while presiding over the Government’s regular August meeting on September 6.

General Secretary highlights people’s role in 80th National Day

In his speech commemorating the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day, General Secretary To Lam mentioned "the people" 17 times, "nation" 13 times, "independence" 10 times, and "homeland" 9 times.

PM attends Voice of Vietnam’s 80th founding anniversary

PM Pham Minh Chinh on September 7 attended a ceremony marking the 80th founding anniversary of the Voice of Vietnam (VOV) (September 7, 1945 – 2025), during which the Government leader conferred the Ho Chi Minh Order (third time) on the broadcaster.

Vietnam introduces monthly KPI-based evaluation for civil servants

The government’s new draft decree will measure public servant performance using monthly KPI scores tied to incentives and annual rankings.

PM works with Policy Advisory Council on macroeconomic stability

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on September 7 held a working session with the Policy Advisory Council to discuss macroeconomic stability, stimulating consumer demand, and the operation of the two-tier local government system.

PM directs swift measures to stop gold speculation in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh calls for urgent actions to stabilize the gold market and protect macroeconomic stability.

Vietnam unveils elite package to recruit top-tier innovation leaders

The Vietnamese government has issued a new decree regulating the selection and employment of chief engineers and chief architects in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.

Vietnam’s 80-year journey: A government for the people and the nation

VietNamNet proudly presents the article by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh titled “The government under the Party's leadership: 80 years of service to the nation and people.”

Vice President receives renowned Professors Tran Thanh Van, Le Kim Ngoc

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan highlighted their decades of contributions, noting that despite their age, both professors continue to inspire younger generations with their passion for research.

Vietnam’s green horizon: A 2025-2030 plan for environmental industry

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on September 4 signed a decision approving Vietnam’s environmental industry development programme for 2025–2030.

PM chairs Government’s monthly meeting

On September 6, PM Pham Minh Chinh chaired the August meeting to review socio-economic performance, public investment, and security, and set tasks for the rest of 2025.

Government streamlines procedures under Ministry of Public Security

The Prime Minister has approved the streamlining of administrative procedures related to business and production activities in three areas: electronic identification and authentication, immigration management, and traffic safety.

Administrative restructuring: Consensus from central to grassroots levels

Nearly two months since the implementation of the two-tier local government model, the strong direction from central authorities has helped ensure smooth operations and initial successes though certain challenges remain.

Nearly 470 billion USD to fund rural development, poverty reduction in 2026–2035

Funding will come from the central budget, local budgets, capital from national and local programmes, credit, businesses' support, and contributions by people.