Vietnam has dispatched military and police rescue teams, including search dogs, engineers and medical personnel, to assist Venezuela following a devastating earthquake that has claimed more than 1,400 lives.

Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security has officially removed the computer-based traffic simulation test from the driver's license examination process under a new circular taking effect on July 1.

The Ministry of Public Security and the Hanoi People's Committee, on June 27 held a meeting to launch the Month of Action for Drug Prevention and Control under the theme "Sharing a Determination to Build Drug-Free Communes, Wards and Special Zones."

Vietnam’s Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security is developing a model framework for road traffic organisation aimed at creating a transport system that is safer, more efficient and more orderly.

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.

Vietnamese authorities say corruption networks are increasingly using intermediary companies, digital platforms and complex bidding arrangements to conceal illicit gains.

New amendments to the Food Safety Law could place greater responsibility on online platforms to monitor food products sold through their services.

Running from June 11 to 14, the event series features exhibitions, interactive displays and public engagement activities, culminating in a gala on June 13.

The Immigration Department under the Ministry of Public Security today held a conference in Hanoi to launch the ministry’s shared software system for temporary residence declarations for foreigners and lodging notifications for Vietnamese citizens.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed a mechanism allowing temporary suspension of criminal prosecution to give individuals and organisations time to remedy consequences in certain violation cases involving economic damage but no corruption.

The Immigration Department under the Ministry of Public Security will roll out nationwide the Pre-arrival Information (PAI) system, an online platform allowing international passengers to submit travel-related information before entering Vietnam.

Vietnam’s National Traffic Safety Committee and local traffic safety boards will officially cease operations from June 1, 2026, with the Ministry of Public Security assigned a central role after taking over related responsibilities.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed establishing a national center for combating fake and false information, aiming to improve the effectiveness of efforts to detect, verify and handle a problem that has become increasingly complex.

Under Decree No. 60/2026, the Minister of Public Security will determine the specific products and services of the national security industry complex, based on practical requirements and security tasks.

Speaking at the 14th Party Congress, the Minister of Public Security emphasized proactive strategy and national resilience.

The Ministry of Public Security has proposed upgrading VNeID into a national digital super-platform - transforming it from an identity verification app into a central access point for seamless interaction between the state, businesses, and citizens.

Vietnam’s new Cybersecurity Law strengthens government oversight of online identity, data, and content, with sweeping powers granted to the Ministry of Public Security.

On the morning of December 10, the National Assembly officially passed the amended Law on Defense Industry, Security, and Industrial Mobilization.

Smart bracelets will help authorities manage up to 100,000 former drug users with dignity and safety.