Vietnam’s National Assembly has passed a resolution to expand the number of Deputy Prime Ministers in the 15th legislature.

Amidst Vietnam’s intensified efforts to promote digital transformation, experts have warned that rising cybercrime requires not only tougher law enforcement but also better public awareness and digital literacy to protect citizens and communities.

The government has announced that total social investment capital is expected to reach 33.2% of GDP in 2025, with a target of 40% in 2026 – an exceptional rate even among the fastest-growing developing economies in the region.

Various experts brought up the issue of recruitment and utilization of public employees at a workshop on October 16 to gather feedback on the draft amended Law on Public Employees, organized by the Vietnam Association for Administrative Sciences.

On the morning of October 23, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the fourth meeting of the Steering Committee for National Key Railway Projects. The meeting was connected online to 18 provinces and cities where railway projects are underway.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 22 urged faster development of nuclear power projects, stressing fair interests and shared risks with international partners.

PM Pham Minh Chinh today issued an official dispatch instructing ministries and localities to mobilise all available resources to respond to heavy rain, flooding, and landslides in the central region as Storm Fengshen approaches Vietnam’s coast.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 21 called for stronger determination, greater efforts, and more decisive, effective, and focused actions to fulfil all targets set out for 2025, given limited time left, heavy workload, and high requirements.

The Government of Vietnam reports major progress in economic growth, welfare, and reform.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 20 signed a decision on the establishment of the National Steering Committee on Data (steering committee).

PM Pham Minh Chinh has issued Official Dispatch No. 200/CD-TTg, directing ministries, agencies, and localities to take urgent, proactive measures to respond to Typhoon Fengshen, the 12th storm hitting the East Sea so far this year.

HCM City Party Secretary Tran Luu Quang says the greatest and most precious resource is not capital, land, or infrastructure but people - dynamic, creative people who “dare to think, know how to do”.

“The Government pledges to lead by example, dedicating all its capacity, intellect, and responsibility to advancing the nation into a new era - an era of peace, prosperity, civilization, and happiness, toward socialism,” PM Pham Minh Chinh said.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has just signed Directive No. 31 on the development of the 2026-2030 five-year socio-economic development plan.

PM Pham Minh Chinh urged full disbursement of public investment this year, calling on leaders to take responsibility and enhance oversight for the people’s happiness.

In the newly appointed leadership team of HCMC, three members currently serve on the Central Committee of the Communist Party.

Ho Chi Minh City has launched a major administrative reform campaign targeting efficiency, transparency, and reduced burdens for businesses.

A newly released draft of the political report for the 14th National Party Congress introduces a key goal: increasing Vietnam’s GDP per capita to approximately $8,500 by 2030.

The Prime Minister has issued criteria to assess the effectiveness of science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation in socio-economic development.

On October 15, the Da Nang People’s Committee issued a new decision to implement the city council’s resolution on developing high-quality human resources for the public sector.