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Vietnam’s per capita income jumps to $5,000, enters upper-middle-income group

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

President Luong Cuong: Over 18,000 citizenship decisions in current term

Vietnam’s President reviews achievements in legal reform, diplomacy, and national defense.

The National Assembly and the 8.5% growth figure

The final session of the National Assembly in 2025, which opened on the morning of October 20, serves as a crucial checkpoint for reviewing the country's development over the past year and charting the path forward into 2026.

Voters call for tougher action on fraud and disasters at NA opening

During the opening session of the National Assembly this morning, Do Van Chien, Chairman of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, presented a report summarizing citizens’ feedback and petitions for the 10th session.

PM commits to 10% GDP growth and historic transformation by 2026

“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.

National Assembly opens historic session with largest-ever legislative agenda

The 10th session of the 15th National Assembly begins with a bold roadmap of 53 laws and resolutions-marking a record-setting legislative term.

Vietnam’s National Assembly opens historic final session of 15th term

The National Assembly begins its final session to finalize leadership roles and legislative work ahead of the 16th term.

Vietnam sets 2026 environmental protection tax rates for fuel

Vietnam’s National Assembly Standing Committee has approved environmental tax rates for fuel in 2026, maintaining reductions to support economic recovery.

Socio-economic targets for 2025 likely to be met, surpassed: Official

All the 15 key targets for 2025 are expected to be met or exceeded, with GDP growth projected at 8% and inflation at around 4%. Meanwhile, per capita GDP is estimated at over 5,000 USD, marking Vietnam’s entry into the upper-middle-income group.

Vietnam proposes national security industrial complex to boost defense tech

The National Assembly reviews a Government proposal to establish a national security industrial complex driven by AI, cybersecurity, and defense innovation.

NA Vice Chairman receives Germany's WUS President

National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai hosted a reception in Hanoi on October 6 for Dr Kambiz Ghawami, President of the World University Service (WUS) of Germany and authorised representative of the State of Hessen.

Resolutions on NA personnel work announced

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man attended a ceremony held by the NA Standing Committee in Hanoi on September 30 to announce resolutions on personnel appointments.

Vietnamese, Cuban legislators seek measures to foster stronger bilateral ties

National Assembly Chair Tran Thanh Man hosted an official welcome ceremony in Hanoi on September 30 for Esteban Lazo Hernández, President of the National Assembly of People’s Power and President of the Council of State of Cuba.

Education Minister insists high school graduation exam must stay

While some lawmakers propose abolishing the test, others warn it ensures objective measurement.

AI and content theft challenge Vietnam’s intellectual property law

With AI on the rise, officials discuss revising regulations to protect press rights and ensure fair revenue sharing.

NA Standing Committee discusses draft e-commerce law, public capital allocation

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee discussed the draft Law on E-commerce and the allocation of public investment capital on September 22 as part of its ongoing 49th session.

NA Standing Committee reviews President, Government’s 2021-2026 summary reports

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee reviewed the summary reports on the 2021-2026 working term of the State President and the Government on September 22 as part of its ongoing 49th session.

Vietnam’s National Assembly Chairman begins Malaysia visit, joins AIPA-46

The visit strengthens Vietnam-Malaysia ties and reinforces Vietnam’s ASEAN leadership on its 30th AIPA anniversary.

Vietnam to finalize structure of new National Assembly deputies in November

The National Election Council will decide on the composition and structure of the 16th legislature by mid-November.

National Assembly Chairman urges completion of digital legislature initiative

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man underscored the need to advance and complete “digital National Assembly” initiative while concluding a thematic conference on digital knowledge and skills framework for a modern legislature on September 13.