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Vietnam streamlines nearly 90,000 public employees in bold reform move

The Ministry of Home Affairs has cut nearly 90,000 civil servants and rolled out new talent-focused policies.

Nguyen Thi Binh named honorary chair of Vietnam’s peace council

Former Vice President Nguyen Thi Binh has been honored as the honorary chair of the Vietnam Peace and Development Council for the 2025-2030 term.

Mekong Delta eyes tourism development following mergence of administrative units

With the mergence of administrative units, many localities in the Mekong Delta region have taken measures to maximise their existing potential and advantages to expand development space to create momentum for the tourism sector.

Foreign experts may get fast-track Vietnamese citizenship after assignments

Vietnam considers granting priority citizenship to foreign experts who complete national projects in science, technology, and innovation.

Public Security Ministry to hand-pick Gia Binh Airport investor

The Government has issued a resolution introducing special mechanisms and policies for investment in Gia Binh International Airport.

PM outlines guidelines for launching projects on National Day

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a dispatch on the inauguration and launch of major projects marking the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025).

PM pushes for building of fire prevention culture, orders urgent scheme

According to the Ministry of Public Security, Vietnam has suffered more than 17,600 fires over the past five years, leaving 560 dead, 606 injured, and around 4 trillion VND (153.8 million USD) in damage.

National steering committee for implementation of COP26 commitments consolidated

Under Decision No. 1732/QD-TTg dated August 12, 2025, which took effect the same day, PM Chinh will serve as head of the committee, with Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha as deputy head.

PM backs CT Group’s bold push into advanced technology development

CT Group stands as one of Vietnam's largest technology and innovation conglomerates, persistently pursuing a self-reliance strategy to master advanced technologies across nine high-tech sectors.

Ho Chi Minh City plans new $125 million civic center in Thu Thiem

The city's new administrative hub will unify scattered departments and improve public service delivery if plans are approved for 2026 construction.

Vietnam to allocate $6–6.8 billion for ethnic development program

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directs full support for phase two of Program 1719, targeting poverty reduction and economic growth in minority regions.

PM issues disciplinary decision against former HCM City leader

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued a decision implementing disciplinary measures against Le Thanh Hai, former Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee.

PM urges Qualcomm to deepen investment in core tech, semiconductors

The PM lauded Qualcomm’s two-decade partnership with Vietnam, spanning mobile connectivity, technology transfer, artificial intelligence (AI) research, STEM education, startup incubation, and innovation ecosystem development.

PM directs ministries to fast-track projects for 2025 growth boost

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh outlines decisive measures to hit Vietnam’s 2025 growth target of up to 8.5%.

Prime Minister Chinh, Japanese firms discuss future investment roadmap

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets Japanese corporate leaders to boost trade and investment.

Minister-level pay unlikely to lure Vietnam’s top experts and scientists

Vietnam needs bold, competitive pay policies to lure world-class scientists and innovators.

PM calls for private sector's stronger efforts to drive economic growth

He also welcomed the “Vietnam Private Sector Panorama” as a platform for dialogue, awareness-raising, and inspiring a wealth-creation movement, emphasising that it must deliver tangible results.

New horizons for Khanh Hoa: seizing an unprecedented opportunity

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.

Handling surplus public assets: Difficult but crucial task

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 calls on MUFG to support building and operation of int'l financial centre

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.