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PM demands probe into sky-high apartment prices

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh advocated for policies to boost supply and balance demand through market mechanisms, while identifying institutional and policy barriers that stifle progress.

PM urges income rules for social housing buyers to reflect local conditions

PM Pham Minh Chinh ordered a review of income eligibility rules for social housing buyers to ensure they align with local conditions, while chairing the first session of the Central Steering Committee on Housing Policy and the Real Estate Market.

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PM congratulates singer Duc Phuc on winning Intervision 2025

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has sent congratulations to Duc Phuc after the singer won the first prize at the international music contest Intervision 2025 in Moscow, Russia.

PM orders stronger actions to accelerate public capital disbursement

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh signed an official dispatch on September 21, outlining key tasks and solutions to speed up public investment disbursement this year.

Prime Minister urges enhanced implementation of laws on decentralisation

Ministries and ministerial-level agencies are requested to thoroughly review the feasibility of current decentralisation frameworks, assess their effectiveness, and propose adjustments.

Post-decree 178: new support scheme for early retirement takes effect

From September 1, public officials and employees retiring early will no longer receive the lump-sum subsidy under Decree 178. Instead, a new policy promotes streamlined staffing in a more stable and sustainable manner.

Prime Minister: Data and digital transformation are key to national security

PM Pham Minh Chinh urges the use of data and digital technologies to enhance national preparedness for emerging security risks.

PM demands review of Long Thanh and Tan Son Nhat airport strategies

The Prime Minister has tasked the Ministry of Construction with investigating and responding to public concerns about how Vietnam's two largest airports should be utilized.

PM urges continued efforts to maintain macro-economic stability

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued Official Dispatch No. 165/CD-TTg on continued efforts to maintain macro-economic stability, control inflation, foster growth, ensure economic balances, and improve citizens' living standards.

Government mandates computer-based national exams by 2026

By 2026, students in Vietnam will take national exams digitally, marking a key milestone in the country’s education transformation.

Vietnam to reform energy market for fairness, innovation, and security

Vietnam’s new energy resolution promotes private investment, technological innovation, and a competitive electricity market.

PM outlines prioritised tasks in boosting education-training development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has outlined seven breakthrough tasks and solutions to advance Vietnam’s education system and contribute to the two centenary goals.

Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs receives Prime Minister’s commendation

Vietnam’s 80-year exhibition attracted 10 million visitors and honored ministries like the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs for excellence.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City proposed as special-tier administrative units

The Ministry of Home Affairs recommends elevating Vietnam's two largest cities to a new administrative classification to reflect their strategic roles.

PM orders swift drafting of action plan to put Politburo resolutions into life

The legal system must provide effective tools for efficient governance and power control, prevent policy abuse for corruption and wastefulness while serving as a foundation for fast and sustainable development, the PM said.

PM approves Pham Duc An as Chairman of Da Nang People’s Committee

Born in 1970 in the central province of Nghe An, An has extensive experience in the banking sector.

Vietnam targets full online provision of public services by 2025

Project 06 stipulates developing applications of population data, identification, and electronic authentication in support of national digital transformation from 2022 to 2025 with a vision to 2030.

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.