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Deputy PM calls for timely completion of infrastructure projects for APEC 2027

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has urged the acceleration of efforts to ensure the timely completion of infrastructure projects serving the 2027 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week.

Hanoi's two-tier local administration operates effectively, satisfies citizens

After more than a week in its implementation, the two-tier local administration model in Hanoi has been operating smoothly and without interruption, demonstrating its effectiveness in state management.

PM asks for enhanced efficiency in managing monetary, fiscal policies

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed an official dispatch on enhancing the efficiency of monetary and fiscal policy management in the remaining months of 2025 and the review of the work in the first half of the year.

AI assistant facilitates search for newly established administrative units

On June 12, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man signed Resolution No.202/2025/QH15 on the restructuring of Vietnam’s provincial-level administrative units.

Hanoi prepares for smooth transition to two-tier local government model

The Hanoi People’s Council has passed 11 key resolutions to ensure the effective operation of the two-tier local government model, which officially took effect from July 1, 2025.

National civil servant entrance exam is eliminated, no promotion exam required

National civil servants will no longer need to undergo entry assessments or promotion exams, and instead, recruitment and utilization will focus on job positions, task performance outcomes, and enhanced decentralized management.

The path taken by deputy ministers who have transferred to other localities

Among the deputy ministers transferred to localities recently, many have continued to stay in provinces/cities, or moved to other localities to hold significant positions; some have returned to the central government to prepare for a new journey.

Quang Ninh leads administrative reform for better governance, business climate

Efficient and transparent handling of administrative procedures has long been recognised as a key factor in fostering socio-economic development, enhancing public trust, and improving the investment climate.

34 provinces ordered to complete land inventory after restructuring

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment directs 34 localities to finalize 2024 land data and submit land use plans through 2030.

New Ho Chi Minh City may form Saigon Corporation to rival regional hubs

Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Nguyen Van Duoc proposes forming Saigon Corporation to complement Becamex and lead public sector-driven economic development.

PM approves two new urban areas in Van Phong Economic Zone

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has recently approved the investment policy for two new urban areas in Van Phong Economic Zone in the central province of Khanh Hoa with a total capital of more than 65 trillion VND (2.5 billion USD).

PM chairs first Government-locality meeting after administrative reform

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for assessing both the positive and negative factors and propose appropriate response strategies; and clearly defining key tasks and solutions for July, the third quarter, and the remainder of 2025.

Government leader sets deadlines for major national tasks

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has set clear deadlines for three major tasks of eliminating makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, advancing key national transport projects, and accelerating the disbursement of public investment capital.

Clear, timely procedures support rollout of new local administration model

Following the issuance of the decrees, ministries and ministerial-level agencies promptly announced administrative procedures under their jurisdiction, she added.

PM orders triple-acceleration strategy to drive economic growth above 8%

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called for an 11–12% year-on-year increase in total social investment. Meanwhile, greater efforts are needed to fully disburse public investment by December 31.

Local government reform: from management and service to innovation

Vietnam on July 1 began to implement a two-tier local government model, comprising provincial and commune levels, with district-level units abolished.

Vietnam’s provincial leaders vow bold reforms under new administrative structure

From Ho Chi Minh City to Gia Lai, local leaders outline bold plans for economic development.

Vietnam to spotlight defense and aerospace industries at National Day expo

The 80th National Day exhibition will highlight Vietnam’s progress in defense, tech, and culture.

Vietnam grants level-2 e-ID accounts to foreign residents from Jul.1

Vietnam began issuing level-2 electronic identification (e-ID) accounts for foreign residents in the country on July 1 as part of the national digital transformation agenda and governance modernisation efforts.

Vietnam launches National Data Center to lead digital governance

The Ministry of Public Security will head the construction and management of Vietnam’s newly established National Data Center under the 2025 Data Law.