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Vietnam introduces 100-point performance rating system for civil servants

Civil servants in Vietnam will now be assessed under a 100-point framework designed to make evaluations more transparent, objective and results-based.

Vietnam eases building permits under new Construction Law

Vietnam's revised Construction Law takes effect on July 1, exempting more projects from building permits and reducing approval times to a maximum of seven days.

Deputy PM calls for simpler pension procedures following 97-year-old's case

Authorities across Vietnam have been instructed to improve services for elderly and vulnerable citizens following public concern over a 97-year-old woman's pension authorization case.

Expert calls for stronger legal framework for Vietnam's two-tier governance

After one year of operating Vietnam's two-tier local government model, experts say early gains are evident, but stronger legal authority is needed to ensure coordinated governance across newly expanded urban regions.

Lam Dinh Thang appointed HCMC ethnic and religious affairs chief

Lam Dinh Thang, director of Ho Chi Minh City's Department of Science and Technology, has been appointed director of the municipal Department of Ethnic and Religious Affairs.

Minister calls for stronger investment in ethnic minority areas

Vietnam's Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs has urged Khanh Hoa Province to prioritise investment in ethnic minority communities while preparing resources for the next phase of the national target programme.

Deputy PM Nguyen Van Thang appointed head of Vietnam's price steering committee

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed a decision restructuring the membership of Vietnam's Price Management Steering Committee, appointing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang as its head.

Vietnam unveils updated structure for Ministry of Science and Technology

Vietnam has introduced a new organizational structure for the Ministry of Science and Technology as part of its latest administrative reforms.

Vietnam PM calls for international expertise on North-South high-speed railway

The government has stepped up preparations for Vietnam's North-South high-speed railway, directing ministries to hire international consultants and keep major infrastructure projects on track.

Vietnam sets 2026 growth targets of 11% for Hanoi and 10.2% for HCMC

The Vietnamese government has issued Resolution 169, setting economic growth targets for localities in 2026 and throughout the 2026-2030 period.

Key transport projects must not be delayed without objective reasons: PM

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 27 stressed the need to strictly adhere to implementation schedules for key national transport projects.

Prime Minister appoints new deputy head of Government Office

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has appointed Tran Anh Tien, head of the General Economic Affairs Department, as Deputy Minister-Chair of the Government Office.

Deputy PM outlines key solutions to boost exports

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc on June 25 outlined seven groups of key solutions aimed at sustaining export growth and supporting Vietnam’s ambition of achieving double-digit economic expansion in the 2026–2030 period.

Vietnam to score ministries on legal drafting performance as delays persist

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has ordered stricter accountability measures, including KPI-based evaluations, to address persistent delays in issuing legal documents needed to implement laws and resolutions.

PM calls for greater focus on developing high-impact strategic products

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has called for concentrating resources on developing core technologies and strategic products with the potential to drive growth and improve national competitiveness.

Finance Ministry plans further restructuring of tax and customs bodies

A new restructuring plan will assess nationwide financial agencies and reduce overlapping functions across government bodies.

Vietnam weighs new commune and ward mergers after one year of reforms

Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs has directed a comprehensive review into whether additional mergers of communes and wards are necessary, following one year of operating the country’s two-tier local government system.

Vietnam plans fundamental overhaul of land policy framework

Vietnam is preparing a fundamental review of its land policy framework, with proposals expected to be submitted to the Party Central Committee as part of broader development reforms.

Vietnam raises food allowances for detainees under new regulations

The Vietnamese government has issued Decree No. 213/2026, detailing several provisions of the Law on the Execution of Temporary Custody, Temporary Detention and Residence Restriction Orders.

When local government comes to the people’s doorstep

Across Vietnam, a streamlined two-tier local government model is bringing public services closer to citizens, cutting administrative layers and accelerating decision-making.