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Da Nang commune pioneers nationwide free textbook policy

A commune in Da Nang has rolled out a policy to provide free textbooks to all students, becoming the first locality in Vietnam to implement such an initiative and significantly reducing costs for parents.

VN rolls out national programme to prevent gender-based violence through 2030

The plan also targets the establishment of inter-agency coordination mechanisms in 60% of localities, while all provinces and cities are required to apply information technology in receiving reports, managing cases and supporting victims.

Results become benchmark for science-technology governance

One year after organisational consolidation, the Ministry of Science and Technology is steadily shifting from administrative management to a development-facilitating governance model.

National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled

The Government has issued Resolution No. 86/NQ-CP promulgating the national strategy on innovative start-ups, aiming to foster a wave of innovation-driven entrepreneurship across society, grounded in science, technology and digital transformation.

Vietnam unveils strategy to join top 30 global startup nations by 2045

Resolution No. 86, issued by the Government on April 5, sets a goal of placing Vietnam among the world’s top 30 countries in innovation and startup development by 2045, backed by breakthrough mechanisms in legal frameworks, human resources & capital.

At least 10% cut in pilotage fees for Vietnamese-flagged vessels

The Ministry of Construction announced on March 27 that maritime pilotage service providers nationwide have reached a consensus to cut down at least 10% in service fees for vessels flying the Vietnamese flag, especially oil tankers.

Vietnam sets targets to boost ethnic minority representation in public sector

A national scheme outlines concrete targets to increase the proportion of ethnic minority officials at all administrative levels.

Defence ministry proposes free video calls for inmates

The Ministry of National Defence seeks feedback on new rules to improve communication and living conditions for inmates.

Conclusion 14 signals a timely shift in Vietnam’s energy security thinking

Vietnam is shifting its energy security strategy toward long-term reserves and resilience as global risks intensify.

Ho Chi Minh City pushes forward e-court development under Resolution 57

Citizens and litigants can now access case information and monitor handling progress through online platforms, reducing the need for in-person visits to courts, saving time and costs, and enhancing public supervision of judicial activities.

When the state economy must truly become a pillar

As global shocks intensify, Vietnam is urged to position its state sector at key economic arteries to preserve resilience and long-term competitiveness.

Resolution 79-NQ/TW: SOEs take core role in mega projects

In Hanoi, SOEs are pouring capital into multi-purpose urban zones, a deliberate move to ease choking urban pressures while securing the capital’s expansion for decades to come

Central Steering Committee established to advance cultural development

General Secretary To Lam has signed a decision forming a high-level body to direct the implementation of Resolution 80.

Building Vietnam’s future on cultural strength

Resolution 80 sets out a bold vision to make culture a pillar of rapid and sustainable development through 2030 and 2045.

Deputy PM proposes training 5,000 specialists in history-based game development

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh unveils an ambitious programme to train 5,000 professionals to create video games serving Vietnam’s history education.

Government rolls out action plan to advance state economic sector development

The Government on February 24 issued Resolution No. 29/NQ-CP promulgating an action programme to implement the Politburo's Resolution No. 79-NQ/TW on developing the State economic sector.

Resolution No. 80 positions culture as pillar of national development: official

Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW sets out new and overarching requirements for cultural development in the new era, defining strategic viewpoints, goals and solutions through 2030 with a vision to 2045.

Resolution 79: Decentralising power, expanding public – private partnerships

Resolution No. 79-NQ/TW, issued by the Politburo on January 6, 2026, reaffirms the leading role of the state sector in the socialist-oriented market economy.

Three major land and construction reforms take effect in 2026

From reduced land conversion fees to electronic property IDs and relaxed building permits, 2026 marks a pivotal shift in Vietnam’s real estate regulatory framework.

Breakthroughs under Resolution 57 drive local development

Across the country, provinces and cities are moving beyond policy declarations to establish institutional mechanisms, innovation hubs and digital platforms tailored to their development conditions.