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<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/2/6/hoi-dam-060226-1770360523541-1770360524198432876703-1770365765965900790800.jpg" alt="General Secretary To Lam holds summit meeting with CPP President Hun Sen in Phnom Penh- Ảnh 1."></figure>Party General Secretary To Lam meets with Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Phnom Penh, February 6, 2026 - Photo: VNADuring the meeting, General Secretary To Lam praised the remarkable achievements Cambodia has gained in recent years. He expressed his confidence that under the reign of King Norodom Sihamoni, the leadership of the Senate, National Assembly and Government, and the unity of the Cambodian people, Cambodia will continue to develop robustly, improve living standards, and successfully build a peaceful, harmonious and cooperative nation with sustainable development.To briefed Hun Sen on Viet Nam's current situation and the outcomes of the 14th National Party Congress. He expressed sincere gratitude for the enduring support of the late King Norodom Sihanouk, Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk, King Norodom Sihamoni and the Cambodian people during Viet Nam's struggle for national independence and in its current process of national construction and defence.In reply, Hun Sen warmly welcomed General Secretary To and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their state visit to Cambodia, which took place shortly after the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV). He emphasized that the visit demonstrated the importance the CPV and Vietnamese leaders attach to the good neighborliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation and long-term sustainability between the two countries.Hun Sen congratulated Viet Nam on the successful organization of the 14th National Party Congress and General Secretary To on his re-election. He expressed confidence that under the leadership of the CPV, Viet Nam would continue to achieve major accomplishments and fulfil the goals set by the Party, contributing to regional and global development.He reaffirmed that Cambodia values and seeks to further strengthen bilateral relations, commended Viet Nam's socio-economic achievements, and expressed his hope that both sides would further open their markets to deepen economic cooperation and linkages.The two sides also exchanged views on their respective development goals and orientations, with a view to enhancing coordination and joint development between Viet Nam and Cambodia, as well as among Viet Nam, Cambodia and Laos.Also on February 6 morning, General Secretary To paid a courtesy call on Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk at the Royal Palace./.

General Secretary To Lam held summit meeting with President of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) Hun Sen in Phnom Penh on February 6, following the official welcome ceremony for the Vietnamese Party leader at the Royal Palace earlier the same day.

General Secretary To Lam holds summit meeting with CPP President Hun Sen in Phnom Penh

According to VNA, on the morning of February 5, the special aircraft carrying General Secretary To Lam and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, beginning a State visit to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic at the invitation of General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/02/05/tbt-09472343-15395469.png" alt="General Secretary To Lam arrives in Vientiane to begin a State visit to the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Photo: VNA"></figure>General Secretary To Lam arrives in Vientiane to begin a State visit to the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Photo: VNAGreeting General Secretary To Lam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation at Wattay International Airport, the Lao side included Vilay Lakhamphong, Politburo member and Permanent Member of the Secretariat; Phet Phomphiphak, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Head of the Party Central Committee Office; Thongsalith Mangnomek, Politburo member and Minister of Education and Sports; Thongsavanh Phomvihane, Member of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs; Khemmani Pholsena, Member of the Party Central Committee and Head of the Presidential Office; Bounleua Phandanouvong, Member of the Party Central Committee and Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations; Bouakhong Nammavong, Member of the Party Central Committee and Minister and Head of the Prime Minister’s Office; Adsaphangthong Siphandone, Member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Vientiane Party Committee; Sanya Praseuth, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National Assembly; and Khamphao Ernthavanh, Lao Ambassador to Vietnam.The Vietnamese side included Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam and his spouse, alongside representatives, officials, and staff from the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos. Representatives of the Vietnamese community living and studying in Laos were also present at the airport to welcome General Secretary To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/02/05/tbt-to-lam-09473322-15394532.png" alt="An official welcoming ceremony takes place for General Secretary To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their State visit to Laos. Photo: VNA"></figure>An official welcoming ceremony takes place for General Secretary To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation on their State visit to Laos. Photo: VNAIn an atmosphere of profound friendship, the Lao young women and children presented flowers to the General Secretary. Representatives of the Vietnamese diaspora and international students in Laos, along with numerous Lao students and citizens, waved the flags of both nations at the airport and along the route to welcome the General Secretary and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation.The visit offers an opportunity for the two Parties and countries to continue strongly reaffirming the tradition of special solidarity and faithful attachment between Vietnam and Laos. This bond has been tested, tempered, and continuously nurtured throughout historical periods, demonstrating the highest political determination of the high-level leaders of both Parties and States to develop the relationship in an increasingly substantive and effective manner.Dieu Anh

General Secretary To Lam’s visit to Laos offers an opportunity for the two Parties and countries to reaffirm their special solidarity and steadfast attachment.

General Secretary To Lam arrives in Vientiane for State visit to Laos

On February 2, 2026, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Long received and held talks with a senior delegation of Vestas Wind Systems A/S (Denmark), led by the company’s executive in charge of the Asia - Pacific region.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/02/03/1a-17360713.jpg" alt="Overview of the working session."></figure>Overview of the working session.Participants from the Vietnamese side included representatives of the Department of Foreign Market Development and the Electricity Authority of Viet Nam. The Danish side comprised Danish Ambassador Nicolai Prytz; Lasse Pedersen Hjortshø, Commercial Counsellor; and Purvin Patel, President for Asia - Pacific at Vestas.During the meeting, Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Long welcomed Vestas’s return to engage with the Ministry, commending the group for sustaining high-level dialogue and demonstrating a long-term commitment to the Vietnamese market. He emphasized that the development of renewable energy, particularly wind power remains a key pillar in ensuring energy security, advancing green growth, and delivering on Vietnam’s international commitments in the coming period.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/02/03/2a-17362745.jpg" alt="Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long."></figure>Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long.Both sides agreed to continue exchanges and further deepen the issues discussed in previous meetings, with a focus on long-term, stable and sustainable cooperation. The Ministry shared Vietnam’s major policy directions, including efforts to complete the regulatory framework, improve the investment climate, and promote transparent and competitive investor selection, while encouraging participation by capable and experienced companies with a strong, long-term commitment to Vietnam.Vestas representatives reaffirmed that Vietnam is a strategically important market in the Asia - Pacific region and expressed their desire to continue accompanying Vietnam in its energy transition. They also signaled readiness to expand cooperation in suitable areas, including project development, the provision of solutions and technical services, and exploring deeper participation in Vietnam’s energy supply chain and industrial ecosystem.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/02/03/3a-17365156.jpg" alt="A representative of Vestas Wind Systems A/S delivers remarks at the meeting."></figure>A representative of Vestas Wind Systems A/S delivers remarks at the meeting.The two sides also discussed the importance of ensuring energy security alongside system and supply-chain security amid the energy and digital transitions, and agreed to continue technical-level consultations through appropriate cooperation mechanisms in the period ahead.Phuong Trang

At a meeting with Vestas Wind Systems A/S, Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Long welcomed the group’s continued commitment to investing in renewable energy in Vietnam.

MoIT welcomes Vestas’s renewable energy investment

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/1/30/giu-chuc-2-1769763478099-1769763478484493360380-1769773338561325360249.jpg" alt="Le Minh Tri becomes Chairman of Central Commission for Home Affairs- Ảnh 1."></figure>General Secretary To Lam hands over appointment decision to Politburo member, Chairman of the Central Commission for Home Affairs Le Minh Tri (first from left) and Politburo member, Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics Doan Minh Huan (right), Ha Noi, January 30, 2026.Le Minh Tri, Politburo member, was also assigned to assume the post as Standing Vice Chairman of the Central Steering Committee for Prevention and Combat of Corruption, Wastefulness and Negative Phenomena; Standing Vice Chairman of the Central Steering Committee for Judicial Reform.The Politburo also assigned Mr. Doan Minh Huan, Standing Vice Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, as Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics./.

The Politburo has assigned Mr. Le Minh Tri, Standing Vice Chairman of the Central Commission for Home Affairs, as Chairman of the Central Commission for Home Affairs.

Le Minh Tri becomes Chairman of Central Commission for Home Affairs

The Vietnam Trade Office in Poland reported that from 2026 and in the following years, Poland will further tighten food safety inspections at border checkpoints before allowing goods to enter the domestic market.Specifically, at the year-end 2025 review and task deployment meeting for 2026 of the Agricultural and Food Quality Inspection (IJHARS), Dorota Bochenska, Chief Inspector, noted that in 2025 IJHARS conducted numerous quality inspections on agricultural and food products imported from non-EU countries. Many consignments found in violation of Polish regulations were ordered to be destroyed or re-exported.Common violations identified in agricultural and food products imported from third countries included incorrect labeling, such as the absence of Polish-language information, missing or incomplete ingredient lists, and inaccurate indications of minimum durability dates. Other frequent issues involved mold contamination and the presence of prohibited food additives.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/24/xuat-khau-sang-ba-lan-16571948-09170966.png" alt="Vietnamese businesses advised to strengthen quality management for exports. Photo: Minh An"></figure>Vietnamese businesses advised to strengthen quality management for exports. Photo: Minh AnAccording to the Trade Office, IJHARS conducts around 80,000 border inspections annually and is proposing new provisions allowing the inspection of small consignments, even those weighing under 100kg.To mitigate risks, IJHARS recommends that food products placed on the Polish market and originating outside the European Union (EU) must fully comply with all quality requirements, including composition standards and labeling regulations in force in both Poland and the EU.Regarding imports from Vietnam, IJHARS reported that in 2025 it detained and inspected a total of eight consignments of Vietnamese origin, including pepper, dried mango, cinnamon, coconut milk, and seasoning cubes, due to non-compliance with hygiene standards, quality requirements, and labeling rules.Most recently, in January 2026, IJHARS in Gdansk inspected and issued an immediate ban on the import of 52,716 cans of pineapple-flavored coconut water originating from Vietnam, citing the presence of prohibited additives and multiple labeling violations.From Poland, Nguyen Son, Trade Counsellor at the Vietnam Trade Office in Poland, stated that Poland is expected to further tighten import controls on goods from partner countries in the coming period, particularly as the EU has signed a free trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc and continues negotiations with Thailand and Malaysia. As a result, competition in the EU’s agricultural import market is set to intensify.“Alongside market opening, EU countries, including Poland, will step up food safety inspections at border checkpoints,” Nguyen Son said, urging Vietnamese exporters of agricultural and food products to Poland to strengthen quality management to avoid losses from rejected or destroyed shipments and to protect the reputation of Vietnamese agricultural products that have gained a foothold in the Polish market.Kim Bui

Poland will tighten food safety and quality inspections at borders from 2026, posing higher compliance requirements for agricultural and food exports to the market.

Poland tightens quality controls on imported goods

According to an official document, implementing the directive of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the Government Standing Committee meeting held on January 26, 2026 regarding the organization of the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 (hereinafter referred to as the Fair), the Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced the following information:<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/28/hoi-cho-mua-xuan-10130385-10291201.jpg" alt="Following the success of the Vietnam Golden Autumn Fair 2025, the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 will officially take place from February 2 to 13, 2026."></figure>Following the success of the Vietnam Golden Autumn Fair 2025, the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 will officially take place from February 2 to 13, 2026.&nbsp; &nbsp;Vietnamese name: Hội chợ Mùa Xuân lần thứ nhất năm 2026English name: The First Glorious Spring Fair 2026Time: From February 2 to February 13, 2026Venue: Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC), Dong Anh commune, HanoiSectors/fields: Multi-sectoralIncentives and support for foreign enterprises: Foreign enterprises participating in the Fair will be provided with one standard booth of 9m2 free of charge (including land rental, booth construction and basic equipment); free communication and promotion of enterprise information through the Fair’s joint promotion programmes; free entry passes to the Fair; and other incentives and support in accordance with the regulations of the Organizing Committee.To enhance information dissemination, communication and connectivity with foreign enterprises to encourage participation in the Fair in Vietnam, the Ministry of Industry and Trade respectfully requests relevant agencies to pay attention and direct the dissemination of information to foreign organizations, individuals and enterprises to register for exhibition booths and to visit, purchase goods and engage in business networking activities at the Fair.Le Van

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued an urgent official dispatch on the organisation of the First Glorious Spring Fair 2026, to be held in February.

First Glorious Spring Fair 2026 to take place from February 2 to 13

The documents of the 14th National Party Congress set forth a historic requirement to usher the country into an era of national ascent, in which institutional completion is identified as a breakthrough task. In this context, the National Assembly is facing the need for robust renewal in its thinking, organizational structure and modes of operation.In an interview with reporters, Vu Hai Ha, a member of the Party Central Committee, a member of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly, and Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly, affirmed that to meet these requirements, the Party Organization of the National Assembly is focusing on leading comprehensive renewal of legislative and supervisory thinking, ensuring that the National Assembly truly serves as a development-enabling body and an effective mechanism for power control.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/23/screenshot-2026-01-23-114142-11415371.png" alt="Member of the Party Central Committee, a member of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly, and Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha."></figure>Member of the Party Central Committee, a member of the Standing Committee of the National Assembly, and Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha.&nbsp;Fully, timely and synchronously institutionalizing party guidelines, strongly renewing legislative thinkingThe 14th National Party Congress sets very high and more comprehensive requirements for completing development institutions and building a modern, effective and efficient socialist rule-of-law state. What requirements does this place on the work of building the Party organization of the National Assembly?Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha: The 14th National Party Congress clearly identifies the requirement to accelerate the completion of development institutions and to build a modern socialist rule-of-law state, with innovation, science and technology, and digital transformation serving as the primary drivers of development. In this process, the National Assembly plays a particularly important role in institutionalizing the Party’s guidelines and line into law.This requires the Party organization of the National Assembly to possess strong political leadership capacity, along with scientific and substantive leadership methods. If the Party organization of the National Assembly is not truly pure, strong and comprehensive, the National Assembly will find it difficult to meet the very high requirements set by the 14th National Party Congress with regard to its legislative role, its authority to decide on major national issues, and its supervision of policy and law implementation, as well as the exercise of state power.The first Congress of the Party organization of the National Assembly for the 2025 - 2030 term selected the following overarching theme: building a pure, strong and comprehensive Party organization; leading the National Assembly to undergo robust renewal, improve the quality and effectiveness of its activities, and confidently advance into a new era of prosperous, affluent, civilised and happy national development. This reflects a core message: the quality of the National Assembly’s activities originates from the quality of leadership of the Party organization of the National Assembly.Building a pure and strong Party organization aims to enhance the effectiveness of fulfilling the National Assembly’s constitutional and statutory functions. The Party organization of the National Assembly must truly serve as the political nucleus, ensuring the Party’s comprehensive, direct and regular leadership over the National Assembly, while at the same time promoting democracy, collective wisdom and individual responsibility in parliamentary activities. This is a prerequisite for the substantive renewal of the National Assembly and for the most effective performance of its constitutional functions.The documents of the 14th National Party Congress emphasise the requirement to complete institutions for sustainable national development. How will the Party Committee of the National Assembly concretise this requirement?Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha: The documents of the 14th National Party Congress lay down the requirement for a fundamental renewal of legislative thinking and for the completion of institutions for sustainable national development. The focus is on a decisive shift from an administrative management mindset to a development-enabling mindset, viewing law not merely as a regulatory tool, but as an institutional foundation to guide and open pathways for rapid and sustainable development.In this spirit, the Party Committee of the National Assembly will lead the full, timely and synchronous institutionalization of the Party’s major guidelines, ensuring consistency between the Party’s line and policies and the legal system. Priority will be given to removing institutional bottlenecks and obstacles in order to unlock all resources for sustainable development. Renewing legislative thinking must begin at the policy formulation stage, with particular emphasis on summarising practical experience and conducting substantive and scientific impact assessments, placing people, enterprises and affected stakeholders at the centre of the law-making process.A particularly important requirement is to enhance institutional quality towards stability, transparency and feasibility, thereby minimising the need for frequent amendments and supplements. At the same time, the Party Committee of the National Assembly will lead efforts to strengthen discipline and order, control power, and resolutely prevent and combat corruption, negative practices, group interests, local interests and term-based thinking. This is not merely a technical requirement of legislation, but a principled political requirement, directly linked to the prestige of the National Assembly and the trust of the people.Substantive, focused and targeted supervision to contribute to controlling state powerThe 14th National Party Congress calls for strengthening power control. How is the role of the Party organization of the National Assembly reflected in implementing this requirement?Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha: The documents of the 14th National Party Congress identify the control of state power as a fundamental pillar in building a socialist rule-of-law state. Within this mechanism, the National Assembly is both the body exercising legislative power and the supreme supervisory institution over the entire operation of the state apparatus.The role of the Party organization of the National Assembly is first reflected in leading the National Assembly to comprehensively renew its thinking and methods of supervision in a focused, targeted, substantive, effective and efficient manner, thereby overcoming superficial and fragmented practices. Supervision must concentrate on major issues and sensitive areas where risks of abuse of power, corruption and negative practices may arise, while being closely linked with accountability and the strict implementation of conclusions and recommendations following supervisory activities. At the same time, digital transformation will be strongly promoted in the legislative and supervisory activities of the National Assembly.Alongside supreme supervision and questioning activities, the Party organization of the National Assembly places particular emphasis on leading the renewal of supervision over the issuance and implementation of legal normative documents, ensuring that state power is exercised in accordance with the Constitution and the law, is strictly controlled, and is neither abused nor corrupted. Power control is not only about detecting violations, but more importantly about prevention at an early stage and from afar through improved institutions and strengthened transparency, discipline and order.It can be affirmed that the leadership of the Party organization of the National Assembly in enabling the National Assembly to effectively perform its supervisory function constitutes a direct and practical contribution to preventing and combating corruption, wastefulness and negative practices, while reinforcing the people’s trust in the socialist rule-of-law state in the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress.Creating an institutional foundation to realise the goals of the 14th National Party Congress for national ascentIn your view, what role does the Party organization of the National Assembly play in realising the development goals set forth by the 14th National Party Congress?Deputy Secretary of the Party Organization of the National Assembly Vu Hai Ha: The 14th National Party Congress sets strategic objectives for national development, in which completing development institutions and building a socialist rule-of-law state play a decisive role. In this process, the Party organization of the National Assembly serves as the political nucleus leading the National Assembly to effectively perform its role as the body exercising constituent and legislative powers, supreme supervision, and decision-making on major national issues.Building a clean, strong and comprehensive Party organization of the National Assembly will provide a solid political foundation for the National Assembly to continue robust renewal in its thinking and modes of operation; to enhance legislative quality, supervisory effectiveness and the efficiency of decisions on major national issues, thereby contributing to controlling state power in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution.Through leading the National Assembly to effectively perform its constitutional functions, the Party organization of the National Assembly directly contributes, together with the entire Party and the entire people, to realising the goals of the 14th National Party Congress; strengthening the people’s trust in the Party, the State and the National Assembly; and creating a solid institutional foundation for the country to confidently advance into an era of national ascent for peace, independence, democracy, prosperity, civilisation and happiness, and to steadily advance towards socialism.In particular, cadre work is identified as the key task in building a clean, strong and comprehensive Party organization of the National Assembly. In implementing the revolution to streamline the organizational apparatus, enhance institutional quality and control state power in the spirit of the 14th National Party Congress, the Party organization of the National Assembly identifies cadre work as the decisive factor determining leadership capacity and the quality of the National Assembly’s activities.The Party Committee of the National Assembly will lead the strict implementation of the principle that the Party exercises unified leadership over cadre work; promote democracy while firmly maintaining discipline and order; and resolutely prevent term-based thinking, parochialism and closed-door practices. The selection of cadres, particularly National Assembly deputies, must place standards, quality and prestige above all else. The focus is on thorough preparation of personnel for the 16th National Assembly, ensuring appropriate standards, quality and structure, with particular attention given to full-time National Assembly deputies, the core force of parliamentary activities. This requires strong political steadfastness, pure moral qualities, deep professional expertise, modern legislative thinking and strong policy review and debate capacity to meet increasingly high demands in the new development stage.National Assembly deputies who are Party members must fulfil their “dual responsibility,” serving as a direct bridge between the Party and the National Assembly, and between the will and aspirations of the people and the country’s most important policy decisions.Thank you verry much!Le Van

An official highlighted how the Party Organization of the National Assembly leads legislative renewal, power control and institutional completion today.

Building a pure, strong and comprehensive Party organization

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/1/22/asean-1769049935709625967173.jpeg" alt="Action program on implementation of ASCC Strategic Plan approved- Ảnh 1."></figure>The action program targets to successfully implement the ASCC Strategic Plan in Viet Nam during 2026–2035, contributing to the building of an integrated, self-reliant, resilient, sustainable, and people-centered ASEAN Community by 2045.Under the plan, Viet Nam will focus on implementing the following 12 strategic objectives:1. Building a people-centered, people-oriented, and highly connected Community, with the smooth movement of people, goods, and services, and with a shared sense of ownership and ASEAN identity.2. Ensuring the full realization of human potential and improvement of quality of life, encouraging active, inclusive, and sustainable participation and promoting social cohesion, thereby ensuring shared prosperity, especially for vulnerable groups, and leaving no one left behind.3. Optimizing demographic advantages to help ASEAN become a hub for growth and innovation by promoting inclusive, holistic, and transformative education in a favorable learning environment, in order to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce while creating decent and high-quality jobs.4. Building a healthy ASEAN Community with longer life expectancy, ensuring well-being for all age groups, preventing communicable and non-communicable diseases, and working toward universal health coverage and accessible, sustainable, and resilient healthcare systems.5. Creating an enabling environment for people to play an active role in all aspects of life by promoting human security and strengthening community resilience via the development of appropriate public–private partnerships aligned with ASEAN's sustainable development agenda.6. Building an ASEAN Community with a shared identity that is adaptive and responsive to the evolving needs of countries as well as relevant regional and global challenges.7. Empowering women to participate fully and effectively in the ASEAN Community-building process and realize their full potential in decision-making.8. Promoting the youth's meaningful contributions to strengthening a dynamic, innovative, and resilient ASEAN Community, addressing emerging challenges, advancing sustainable socio-economic development, and reinforcing ASEAN awareness, values, and identity.9. Nurturing pride in the Community's identity and enhancing responsibility for the preservation, safeguarding, and promotion of cultural heritage, arts, and traditions, while promoting cultural industries.10. Developing sports, contributing to building ASEAN into a center of sporting excellence to promote peace, inclusion, health, education, and socio-economic development.11. Enhancing empowerment, flexibility, and self-reliance to respond to future crises and long-term challenges, continuing to narrow development gaps through appropriate initiatives and promoting equitable, inclusive access and participation in economic opportunities.12. Building a green ASEAN by promoting sustainable growth on land and at sea through advancing green economy and regional ocean-based economy, while strengthening ASEAN's role in boosting sustainability and responding to climate change.The ASCC Strategic Plan, one of the four strategic documents of the ASEAN Community, is formulated as a continuation of the ASCC Blueprint 2025 and aims to build a resilient, inclusive, adaptive, sustainable, innovative, dynamic, and people-centered ASEAN Community.The strategy sets out specific approaches to deliver greater benefits to the peoples of ASEAN and enhance the region's capacity to cope with challenges. The ASCC Strategy has a 10-year timeframe (2026–2035).The ASCC Strategic Plan comprises 12 strategic objectives, including 10 strategic objectives that operationalize the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and two cross-pillar strategic objectives on narrowing development gaps and on growth and sustainable development, 16 objectives and 112 concrete measures./.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son signed Decision No.155/QD-TTg approving the action program on the implementation of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) Strategic Plan in Viet Nam for the 2026–2035 period.

Action program on implementation of ASCC Strategic Plan approved

Economic fundamentals and breakthrough growth opportunitiesWith the guiding principle of “Unity - Democracy - Discipline - Breakthrough - Development,” the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam bears a historic responsibility to define “launch-pad” policies to successfully realize the country’s two centennial strategic goals.The overarching objective is to safeguard peace and stability; achieve rapid and sustainable development; comprehensively improve living standards; strengthen strategic autonomy, self-reliance and confidence as the nation strides into a new era; successfully meet the target of becoming a developing country with modern industry and upper-middle income by 2030; and realize the vision of a peaceful, independent, democratic, prosperous, civilized and happy socialist Vietnam with high income by 2045. Vietnam aims to post average GDP growth of 10% per year or higher during 2026-2030, with GDP per capita reaching around USD 8,500 by 2030.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/21/anh-1-01110902-10464550.jpg" alt="The 14th National Party Congress is expected to introduce multiple breakthrough solutions for socio-economic development. Photo: Nam Nguyen"></figure>The 14th National Party Congress is expected to introduce multiple breakthrough solutions for socio-economic development. Photo: Nam NguyenEconomic foundationsIn an exchange with Industry and Trade Newspaper reporters, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Deputy Director of the Institute for Economic and Policy Research, said the draft documents of the 14th National Party Congress place national development aspirations at a new height, linked to two strategic milestones: the 100th anniversary of the Party and the 100th anniversary of the country’s founding in 2045.According to him, the documents clearly convey the ambition to usher in a new era of national rise, toward building a prosperous, equitable and civilized society. In that spirit, setting a double-digit economic growth target of 10% or higher starting in 2026 represents a very strong political commitment.“Of course, this is an extremely high level of determination by the Party, the State and society as a whole. However, it is not a subjective aspiration; it is grounded in the substantive development foundations of Vietnam’s economy in recent years,” Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet emphasized.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/21/z7452515495317d06ea073d31ff4505e69d52999785169-10494354.jpg" alt="Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Deputy Director of the Institute for Economic and Policy Research."></figure>Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Deputy Director of the Institute for Economic and Policy Research.Analyzing the macroeconomic picture, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet noted that after the post-Covid-19 recovery, Vietnam’s economy has been assessed very positively by the international community. Vietnam now ranks among the world’s 33 largest economies and is one of the top 15 countries globally in terms of trade openness and scale.Notably, total import-export turnover in 2025 reached approximately USD 930 billion, underscoring Vietnam’s increasingly clear position in global value chains. “These figures show that Vietnam’s economic scale is expanding and its role as an important link in international trade and investment is becoming more firmly established,” he said.According to Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, Vietnam has emerged as a “magnet” for international capital flows and investment funds. In addition to newly registered capital, both disbursed foreign direct investment (FDI) and additional capital have recorded notable increases recently, reflecting growing investor confidence in Vietnam’s business environment and growth prospects.Many foreign investors have also expressed a desire to deepen their presence in the domestic market through mergers and acquisitions, thereby expanding their long-term footprint and closer integration with the local economy. “This demonstrates that Vietnam’s internal economic strength has been significantly reinforced, particularly in the context of deep integration, as the country has signed 17 free trade agreements, including numerous new-generation bilateral and multilateral FTAs,” he analyzed.Momentum from the private sectorAlongside integration and external economic drivers, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet highlighted the increasingly prominent role of the domestic private sector. In 2025 alone, many large private enterprises and groups registered sizeable investment projects and additional capital, focusing on key areas such as new technologies and strategic infrastructure.These projects are significant not only in terms of capital scale but also in laying a fundamental foundation for technological innovation and restructuring Vietnam’s development model in the new phase.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/21/z7452506283449a05a5c7cca497f0702b8baee1a721b01-10472070.jpg" alt="If major orientations in the documents of the 14th Party Congress are effectively implemented, Vietnam has a solid basis to achieve higher and more sustainable growth in the coming period. Illustrative photo."></figure>If major orientations in the documents of the 14th Party Congress are effectively implemented, Vietnam has a solid basis to achieve higher and more sustainable growth in the coming period. Illustrative photo.Citing observations from the past five years, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet said the share of corporate income tax contributions from the private sector has increased markedly compared to the pre-Covid-19 period. Meanwhile, the contribution share of the FDI sector has stagnated and slightly declined, even as total state budget revenue continued to rise strongly.“This indicates that private enterprises, including individuals and household businesses, are contributing an ever-greater share to the state budget. The internal strength of the private sector has recovered and is gradually meeting expectations of becoming a key growth driver,” the expert stressed.He also pointed out that improvements in infrastructure systems and essential connectivity are opening up new growth drivers for the economy. These drivers stem both from external economic activities through trade and investment and from the domestic market, as demand and production capacity expand.Notably, the strong recovery of tourism, coupled with a shift toward higher-quality and higher-value consumption during 2024-2025, has contributed positively to the rebound in domestic consumption. Visitors are staying longer, spending more and moving toward premium segments, an important factor in stimulating internal growth.From this overall assessment, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet affirmed: “The double-digit growth target set by the 14th Party Congress from 2026 onward has a clear practical foundation. It is not merely political determination but is built upon the internal strength, position and growth drivers already formed within Vietnam’s economy.”Enhancing growth qualityAccording to Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet, the Party has charted the right course by aiming to build a strong nation on the basis of high economic growth combined with improved growth quality. This balanced approach reconciles the aspiration for rapid development with the requirement for sustainability amid global uncertainties.He recommended avoiding subjective or overly hasty thinking in pursuing high growth. Pilot policies and the engagement of the private sector in major strategies and projects should be implemented based on market signals, harmonizing interests between the public and private sectors, while closely aligning with consumer demand.“To achieve fast and sustainable growth, all policy decisions must be grounded in scientific calculation, caution, control and concrete impact assessments. Crude interventions in economic operations should be avoided, as they can increase risks and hinder long-term growth objectives,” Dr. Nguyen Quoc Viet emphasized. He added that the Government and ministries, sectors and localities should continue decisive governance while strengthening dialogue and listening to businesses, citizens and researchers.Improving the legal framework, streamlining procedures, and enhancing transparency and accountability will enable both regulators and businesses to operate with greater confidence, thereby fostering a favorable environment for rapid and sustainable growth along a safe and sound trajectory.During 2021-2025, despite facing more challenges than advantages, Vietnam’s economy maintained macroeconomic stability, controlled inflation, safeguarded major economic balances and sustained growth among the highest in the region. In 2025, GDP growth reached 8.02% (up from 7.09% in 2024); merchandise import-export turnover hit USD 930.05 billion, up 18.2% year-on-year and marking a record high; and realized FDI reached USD 27.62 billion, up 9% from the previous year also the highest level in the 2021-2025 period.Kim Bui

The 14th National Party Congress sets bold goals, including double-digit growth from 2026, grounded in Vietnam’s strengthened internal capacity.

Economic strength fuels breakthrough growth from 14th National Party Congress

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/1/16/img8993-1768478016186673432272-1768529612850912499669.jpg" alt="Prime Minister receives ASML Senior Vice President Eduard Stiphout- Ảnh 1."></figure>Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) shakes hands with ASML Vice President Eduard Stiphout, Ha Noi, January 15, 2026 - Photo: VGP/Nhat BacPham stressed that a semiconductor ecosystem has already taken shape in Viet Nam, with the presence of many global tech giants such as Samsung, Intel, NVIDIA, VDL-ETG, Tecnotion and Coherent, alongside Vietnamese technology enterprises with strong potential for cooperation, including Viettel, FPT and VSAP Lab.The Prime Minister took the occasion to seek the Dutch semiconductor giant ASML's support to connect qualified Vietnamese enterprises so that they can participate more deeply in its global supply chains, thereby diversifying and enhancing the stability of the group's supply chains in the Asian region.Pham proposed the Dutch firm expand training programs, expert exchanges, internships and scholarship support for the nation in the semiconductor field. The Vietnamese Government remains committed to accompanying and creating the most favorable conditions for foreign enterprises, including ASML, to invest and operate successfully and sustainably in the country, he affirmed.In reply, Eduard Stiphout said ASML plays a central role in the global semiconductor value chain.Commending Viet Nam's development strategy based on science, technology, innovation and digital transformation – including the development of the semiconductor industry, the ASML vice president stated that the group is ready to become an integral part of the country's semiconductor sector.Agreeing with his host's views, Stiphout said his company is studying the possibility of expanding its supply chain in Viet Nam, cooperating in the establishment of a training, research and development center, considering a formal presence in the country, and assessing opportunities to supply equipment to potential customers.These efforts would contribute to the development of Viet Nam's semiconductor ecosystem, as envisaged by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, he added./.

Prime Minister receives ASML Senior Vice President Eduard Stiphout

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/1/15/hop-17684429453361403494189.jpg" alt="Net-zero emission by 2050 is commitment to action: Prime Minister - Ảnh 1."></figure>Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (standing) chairs the 6th meeting of the National Steering Committee for implementing Viet Nam's commitments at the COP26, Ha Noi, January 14, 2025 - Photo: VGPThe Government leader presided over the 6th meeting of the National Steering Committee for implementing Viet Nam's commitments at the COP26 in Ha Noi on January 14.Pham said, the net-zero emission target is a political mission of the nation and a responsibility shared by the entire political system, the business community, and every citizen.Since 2022, the number of electric cars in Viet Nam has increased more than 28-fold, to a total of 270,000 vehicles, while electric buses have increased fourfold to a total of 1,187 vehicles.Nearly 600 buildings have been certified as green buildings nationwide.Viet Nam has completed the procedures to become an official member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and participate in the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).By the end of 2025, outstanding green credit reached over VND 750 trillion (US$28.54 billion), up 10.3 percent compared to the end of 2024.The Prime Minister outlined five key groups of tasks for the period ahead, including:(i) Improving the institutional framework in line with the country's conditions and circumstances and international regulations;(ii) Developing mechanisms and policies to mobilize financial resources for green development;(iii) Establishing regulations for the transfer of advanced technologies to serve green development, while promoting science and technology, and innovation;(iv) Building a national governance model for green and smart development;(v) Training human resources for green development.Regarding the promotion of greenhouse gas emission reduction, Pham called for the early pilot implementation of emission quota allocation and the implementation of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC).He underscored the need to make thorough preparations for the operation of the domestic carbon market, including the exchange of greenhouse gas emission reduction outcomes and carbon credits.The Ministry of Construction was tasked to develop a roadmap for greening the transport sector, while ministries, sectors, and localities accelerate the implementation of tasks related to the transfer of advanced technologies to electrify transport and develop green transport and green infrastructure.The Government chief also highlighted the significance of enhancing the development of renewable energy, a just energy transition, green finance and credits./.

Viet Nam’s goal to achieve net-zero emission by 2050 is not merely a promise but a 'commitment to action', reiterated Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Net-zero emission by 2050 is commitment to action: Prime Minister

On the afternoon of January 13, at the National Assembly House, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man received Marc Knapper, Ambassador of the US, who paid a farewell call at the end of his tenure in Vietnam.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/14/viet-nam-hoa-ky-21084013-11495119.jpg" alt="National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man receives US Ambassador Marc Knapper on a farewell visit marking the end of his tenure in Vietnam. Photo: NA"></figure>National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man receives US Ambassador Marc Knapper on a farewell visit marking the end of his tenure in Vietnam. Photo: NAWelcoming Ambassador Marc Knapper, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man congratulated him on a successful term of office in Vietnam, while highly appreciating the Ambassador’s active and effective contributions to promoting Vietnam-US relations in a strong, substantive and comprehensive manner. These efforts were highlighted by the two countries’ upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2023.Acknowledging the Ambassador’s efforts to deepen cooperation between the two legislatures, the National Assembly Chairman expressed his pleasure at the positive and substantive progress in parliamentary relations in recent years, reflected in regular high-level exchanges, contacts at various levels, and the effective maintenance of parliamentary dialogue mechanisms.Alongside this, the two sides have continued to share experience in legislation, oversight and decision-making on major national issues, while strengthening cooperation in economic and trade ties, education and training, science and technology, and people-to-people exchanges.The National Assembly Chairman agreed with Ambassador Marc Knapper’s proposals to further enhance exchanges among National Assembly leaders, specialized committees and legislators of the two countries, and to promote cooperation in priority areas such as digital transformation, innovation, science and technology, clean energy, climate change response, education and training, and healthcare.He affirmed that the National Assembly of Vietnam stands ready to closely coordinate with the US Congress to improve a favorable legal framework for bilateral cooperation, thereby creating conditions for cooperation mechanisms between the two countries to be implemented effectively and sustainably.For his part, Ambassador Marc Knapper said it was an honor to serve in Vietnam during a period of strong development in bilateral relations, especially marked by the upgrade to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.He highly valued the notable achievements in cooperation between the two legislatures and expressed confidence that, with the support and contributions of both legislative bodies, Vietnam-US cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, energy, science and technology, education and training, and people-to-people exchanges as well as parliamentary relations would continue to expand in both depth and scope.Ambassador Marc Knapper affirmed that, in whatever future position he may hold, he would continue to make active contributions to further deepening relations between the two countries.Kim Bui

The Vietnam’s National Assembly pledged closer coordination with the US Congress to ensure cooperation mechanisms are implemented effectively and sustainably.

Vietnam-US cooperation: Ensuring effective implementation of mechanisms

Delivering his response to the General Secretary’s guidance and concluding the national teleconference with local authorities on January 8 to review 2025 performance and deploy tasks for 2026, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated that the conference was honored by the presence of leaders from the Party, State, Vietnam Fatherland Front, and various central and local agencies. He especially noted that the key address by General Secretary To Lam on behalf of the Party and State leadership demonstrated profound dedication, deep concern, and decisive guidance for the Government, local authorities, and all sectors at every level.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/08/ven-06-18140915.jpg" alt="An overview of the conference. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac"></figure>An overview of the conference. Photo: VGP/Nhat BacPM affirmed that the Government would strictly and fully internalize the instructions of General Secretary To Lam. In his address, the General Secretary offered encouragement and evaluations while highlighting eight bright spots that should be further promoted, which serve as vital pillars contributing to the nation's momentum, strength, position, foundation, and confidence, enabling it to strive for double-digit growth in the coming years.General Secretary To Lam also frankly pointed out eight gray areas that must be clarified, including issues related to mobilizing capital from society and the public through the better development of markets, as well as combating wastefulness and negativity in investment, particularly public investment, to ensure investment efficiency.The bottlenecks must continue to be resolved, especially regarding institutions that require a fundamental shift in mindset and status from a focus on management to an orientation of enabling development and serving the people.General Secretary To Lam also outlined seven key tasks to be implemented to achieve double-digit growth in the coming years and accelerate the country’s development in line with global trends.PM Chinh requested ministries, sectors, and localities to thoroughly grasp the spirit of the General Secretary’s instructions to exert even greater efforts, demonstrate higher determination, strive harder, and achieve even more efficiency than before.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/08/ven-07-18203970.jpg" alt="Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers his closing remarks at the national teleconference between the Government and local authorities on the morning of January 8. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac"></figure>Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers his closing remarks at the national teleconference between the Government and local authorities on the morning of January 8. Photo: VGP/Nhat BacIn particular, PM Chinh stated that to achieve the target of double-digit economic growth from 2026 onwards, focus must be placed on restructuring the economy and establishing a new growth model based on science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation, while fully recognizing the perspective that high growth must be built on the foundation of macroeconomic stability.Strengthening strategic autonomy, consolidating national defense and security, and enhancing the autonomy, self-reliance, and resilience of the economy are essential to proactively respond to external fluctuations, as affirmed by General Secretary To Lam during his working session with the Central Strategy and Policy Board on the morning of January 7.Emphasizing the viewpoint that stability is a prerequisite for development and that development is the key to continuously improving the material and spiritual lives of the people, PM noted that great efforts have been made to ensure national defense and security. He stressed that in the coming time, it is necessary to continue consolidating and strengthening defense and security potential, ensuring that the armed forces become stronger while accelerating the modernization of defense and security faster and earlier than the schedule set by the 13th National Party Congress. He further underlined the need to allocate more appropriate resources with a focus on key areas and the development of the defense industry.On behalf of the Government, PM Chinh expressed his sincere gratitude and looked forward to the continued attention and support of the leaders and former leaders of the Party and State, especially the close leadership and guidance of the Politburo, the Secretariat, and General Secretary To Lam. He also sought the continued close coordination from Party agencies, the National Assembly, the Vietnam Fatherland Front, socio-political organizations, the people, the business community, and international friends for the activities of the Government and the Prime Minister.Dieu Anh

The Government commits to General Secretary To Lam's directives, prioritizing double-digit growth and strengthening economic autonomy and resilience.

Prime Minister: Double-digit growth links to economic autonomy and resilience

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2026/1/8/sapa-1767859965743455932137.jpg" alt="Sa Pa is fastest-growing destination in Asia in 2025- Ảnh 1."></figure>According to Agoda, Sa Pa was the fastest-growing destination in Asia in 2025, based on the number of international guest room bookings during the first 11 months of 2025 compared with the same period in 2024.The increase was significantly higher than that of other destinations in the fast-growth group, which recorded rises of only 6 to 13 places. This was also the strongest performance among Vietnamese destinations featured in Agoda's rankings.Specifically, the other seven representatives of Viet Nam in Asia's top 100 included Phu Quoc, Ha Noi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Hoi An, Nha Trang and Da Lat.This result was driven mainly by strong growth from Southeast Asian and Asia–Pacific markets. India led the surge in accommodation search growth at 207 percent, followed by the Philippines (115 percent), Australia (104 percent), and Taiwan (China) (76 percent).Earlier, Sa Pa was listed among the top eight mountain and small town destinations in Asia for 2025 by digital travel platform Agoda, becoming the only representative from Viet Nam to make the ranking.Agoda described Sa Pa as a destination where terraced rice fields and ethnic minority villages create a striking cultural and natural landscape. Visitors are drawn by the unique cultural identity of local ethnic groups like Mong, Dao and Tay, while the dramatic Hoang Lien Son mountain range, crowned by Fansipan, the "roof of Indochina" offers breathtaking scenery.With an altitude of more than 1,500 metres, Sa Pa enjoys a cool climate year-round. Each season brings its own character: plum and peach blossoms in spring; the green of young rice fields in summer; golden terraced valleys in autumn; and misty, sometimes snowy winter days that are rare in tropical climates.Traditional upland markets and vibrant local festivals add to the appeal, giving visitors opportunities to explore handicrafts, cuisine, and age-old customs. Such cultural richness, combined with natural beauty, has helped Sa Pa earn its place among Asia's most attractive mountain destinations.In 2025, Sa Pa welcomed more than 4.3 million visitors./.

Sa Pa in the northern province of Lao Cai climbed 15 places, from 66th to 51st, in the list of the top 100 destinations in Asia in 2025 by the online travel platform Agoda.

Sa Pa is fastest-growing destination in Asia in 2025

On the afternoon of January 6, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the Steering Committee for national key projects and important railway developments, chaired the Committee’s fifth meeting.In his concluding remarks, the Prime Minister called on the Steering Committee, together with relevant ministries, sectors and localities, to proactively implement assigned tasks and strengthen coordination in line with their respective functions, duties and mandates, underscoring the principle of clear accountability.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2026/01/07/h-hjds-10383090.png" alt="The Prime Minister calls for expedited proposals on technology and investment models for the North - South high-speed railway. Photo: VGP"></figure>The Prime Minister calls for expedited proposals on technology and investment models for the North - South high-speed railway. Photo: VGPHe stressed the need to continue firmly upholding a spirit of high determination, strong effort and decisive, effective action, ensuring that each task delivers concrete outcomes and is carried through to completion.Work assignments must adhere strictly to the principle of “six clear responsibilities”: clear assignment of personnel, clear tasks, clear timelines, clear accountability, clear deliverables and clear authority. Each task must be specifically assigned, closely monitored, periodically reviewed, and subject to timely commendation, rewards or disciplinary measures as appropriate.At the same time, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the strict implementation of the “three concentrations”: concentration of leadership, concentration of human resources, and concentration of financial and material resources for these key projects. Heads of agencies and localities must take direct responsibility and personally oversee implementation.Project deployment must be guided by the principles of “three gains” and “two prohibitions.” The “three gains” include benefits for the State, for the people, and for businesses; the “two prohibitions” are no corruption or negative practices, and no waste or loss of public assets, resources or funds. Interests and risks must be harmonized and fairly shared among the State, enterprises and the public.Regarding state management tasks related to the railway industry, the Prime Minister instructed the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in coordination with other ministries, to submit to the Government by January 15 draft decrees on task assignment and public procurement. He also requested an urgent report on the restructuring plan for Vietnam Railways Corporation and assigned the Corporation to develop a project for the advancement of the national railway industry.The Prime Minister further assigned specific tasks to ministries, sectors and localities for the implementation of individual railway projects.For the North - South high-speed railway project, the Ministry of Construction was tasked, based on directives from the Politburo, with selecting the most appropriate technology and submitting it to the Standing Government for reporting to the competent authorities, to be completed before January 15. The Ministry is also required to appoint qualified consultants to prepare the feasibility study report in accordance with relevant procedures, regulations and authority.In parallel, the Ministry of Construction is to coordinate with relevant ministries and agencies to study and propose suitable investment models, public investment, public-private partnership (PPP) or commercial investment, for submission at the next Steering Committee meeting. Localities and Vietnam Electricity (EVN) are to accelerate site clearance and technical infrastructure relocation in line with approved plans and the National Assembly’s Resolution adopted at the 10th session of the 15th Legislature. Viettel and VNPT are to continue implementing assigned tasks related to control and signaling systems and technologies.For the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong railway project, concerning the progress of Component Project No. 2, the Ministry of Construction was instructed to complete the feasibility study and approve the project by June 2026, enabling early commencement. The Ministry of Finance is responsible for ensuring sufficient funding for project implementation, including exploring favorable loan options where appropriate.Emphasizing the need to soon complete planning for the Hanoi - Lang Son and Hai Phong - Ha Long - Mong Cai railway lines, the Prime Minister also approved and welcomed Quang Ninh province’s proposal to serve as the investor for the Hai Phong - Ha Long - Mong Cai line, in accordance with the law.Regarding urban railway projects, the Prime Minister commended Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City for proactively implementing metro lines within their authority, ensuring connectivity and technology transfer. Priority should be given to railway links connecting Tan Son Nhat Airport and Long Thanh International Airport, as well as the Van Cao - Hoa Lac line in Hanoi. The Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Science and Technology were tasked with studying and developing national technical standards for urban railways, while relevant ministries are to support the resolution of bottlenecks related to land clearance, capital and procedures.The Ministry of Construction, in coordination with the Ministry of Education and Training and Vietnam Railways Corporation, was assigned to effectively implement the Project on Training and Developing Railway Human Resources to 2035, with a vision to 2045. A clear roadmap and concrete plans must be developed to ensure timely training of personnel for construction, management and operation of railway lines, particularly the Lao Cai - Hanoi - Hai Phong route.<blockquote>The Prime Minister called on ministries, sectors and localities to continue close coordination with the Ministry of Construction throughout all stages of project implementation, and requested the State Audit Office to provide auditing support from the outset of the projects. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha was tasked with maintaining close oversight and direction, urging ministries, sectors and localities to act decisively and effectively, and to promptly address any difficulties or obstacles arising in the implementation process.</blockquote>Le Van

Chairing the 5th meeting of the railway projects steering committee, Prime Minister stresses clear task allocation, strict accountability and resource focus.

Prime Minister urges clear accountability and resources focus for rail projects

On the morning of December 25, the Central Steering Committee for Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Transformation (Central Steering Committee in short) held a conference to review its 2025 performance and set key tasks for 2026. The event was conducted in a hybrid format connecting with localities. Party General Secretary To Lam, Head of the Central Steering Committee, chaired the conference.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/25/hdbw-21483348.png" alt="Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Truong Viet Dung delivers a speech at the event."></figure>Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Truong Viet Dung delivers a speech at the event.Addressing the conference, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Truong Viet Dung shared the Capital’s constructive approach to implementing Resolution No.57, reflecting a spirit of pioneering, acting first, and assuming accountability...Transitioning from administrative management to fostering development spaceAccording to Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Truong Viet Dung, Resolution No.57 establishes science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as foundational drivers for growth and enhancing national competitiveness.As the Capital, Hanoi views the implementation of Resolution No.57 not merely as executing a major policy, but as a process of experimenting with and constructing a new development model. In this framework, the State moves beyond mere administration to reshape development organization, as traditional growth drivers approach their limits.Against this backdrop, Hanoi clearly recognizes that true breakthroughs stem not from launching more programs or funding scattered projects, but from resolving the major contradictions of modern development: the tension between the demand for rapid growth and the need for sustainability; between resource concentration and fragmented management; and between the aspiration for innovation and the absorptive capacity of the state apparatus and society.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/25/hjdjs-21492574.png" alt="Delegates at the event."></figure>Delegates at the event.Consequently, Hanoi has chosen the more challenging path: pioneering to experiment, acting first to validate, and assuming accountability upfront. The city views this as a practical contribution to refining the national institutional framework.The Vice Chairman noted that after one year of implementing Resolution No.57, the city clearly recognizes that the core mission is not merely to promote innovation in a narrow sense. Instead, it aims to construct an innovation ecosystem capable of driving development one where institutions, space, data, and human capital are fundamentally reorganized.In this holistic framework, high-tech parks and smart cities are not viewed as isolated projects but as dual pillars of space, infrastructure, and governance. This structure paves the way for science and technology to become substantive and permeate every aspect of socio-economic life.Constructing an innovation ecosystem and high-tech spaceVice Chairman Truong Viet Dung stated that Hanoi recognizes innovation can only thrive within a comprehensive ecosystem. In this environment, stakeholders do not merely coexist; they are interconnected, guided, and bound by mutual accountability within the value chain.He noted that Hanoi’s consecutive leadership in the Provincial Innovation Index is not the ultimate objective, but rather an indication that the system is developing the necessary policy absorption capacity and connectivity. This positions the city to transition into a phase of proactively constructing and leading the pilot of new development models.Hanoi’s core breakthrough lies in a fundamental shift in its approach to institutions. The city is transitioning from a mindset of “periodic support” to one of “constructive investment for innovation.”In this model, the State does not substitute for the market but focuses on building the ecosystem's foundational components. It embraces controlled experimentation, measuring success by outcomes and substantive impact rather than merely controlling processes.On this basis, Hanoi has issued a comprehensive set of resolutions to develop the innovation ecosystem, established intermediary institutions, and deployed controlled testing mechanisms. This approach allows for adaptive implementation, enabling the city to execute, adjust, and refine institutions simultaneously.Practical experience demonstrates that breakthroughs do not stem from scattered incentives, but from organizing development space and governance models aligned with technology cycles. Hoa Lac High-Tech Park is identified as the spatial core of the Capital’s science and technology ecosystem.The city has vigorously implemented decentralization and delegation, shifting from a “project management” mindset to one of “development partnership.” Accordingly, Hanoi regards the sustainable growth of investors and endogenous technological capacity as the true measures of governance effectiveness.Building on this foundation, Hanoi is reorganizing the entire development space surrounding Hoa Lac into a science and innovation urban hub. The city is establishing a 600-hectare smart urban zone to support the high-tech park, integrating research, training, production, and living spaces. This initiative aims to form large-scale R&amp;D centers capable of addressing strategic technological challenges, thereby resolving the core issue of attracting, retaining, and developing high-quality human resources.Strategic connectivity infrastructure, specifically Metro Line No.5 (Van Cao - Hoa Lac), which broke ground on December 19 is recognized not merely as a transport project, but as a tool for restructuring the Capital’s development space. It facilitates the creation of a new growth pole with significant spillover effects.Smart cities - A pillar of data-driven governanceVice Chairman Truong Viet Dung stated that, upholding the spirit of “Civilization - Identity - Creativity,” Hanoi approaches the smart city concept primarily as a new model of urban governance. In this framework, data is identified as a strategic resource and the foundation for decision-making.The fundamental shift involves moving from sector-based management to data-driven governance and system interconnectivity, gradually transitioning from reactive to proactive governance. Technology is defined solely as a tool to organize development space more rationally, improve public service delivery, and enable decision-making based on quantitative evidence. The city is adopting a focused approach by piloting specific development spaces, allowing for simultaneous implementation, evaluation, and adjustment.Drawing from practical implementation, Hanoi clearly recognizes that for science, technology, innovation, and smart cities to truly become development drivers, the decisive factor extends beyond correct policy. It requires a sufficiently flexible institutional space and robust execution capacity. In this spirit, Hanoi stands ready to assume responsibility for the controlled piloting of new mechanisms. This includes clear requirements for outputs, independent evaluation, and scalability, adhering to the Capital’s role of pioneering, acting first, and testing first.Experience demonstrates that breakthroughs occur only when innovation is coupled with execution discipline and governance quality. Fully conscious of the Capital's leading role and building on what has been implemented, tested, and accounted for, the city defines 2026 not merely as a year of continuation, but as a pivotal year in the realization of Resolution No.57.In this spirit, the city remains steadfast in its approach. The Capital leads not merely through its status, but by undertaking difficult tasks; not through slogans, but through verifiable results; and not through declarations, but through ultimate accountability.Moving beyond the role of a mere “resolution implementer,” Hanoi aspires to become a “testing ground for new models and a proponent of new standards.” This will serve as a practical basis for recommendations to the Central Government to further refine the institutional framework, enhance execution capacity, and replicate effective models of science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation nationwide.As the Capital, Hanoi views the implementation of Resolution No.57 not merely as executing a major policy, but as a process of experimenting with and constructing a new development model. In this framework, the State manages and reshapes development organizations as traditional growth drivers approach their limits.Khanh Ly

Hanoi has implemented Resolution No.57 with a spirit of pioneering, acting first, and assuming accountability...

Resolution No.57 and Hanoi’s pioneering choice

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2025/12/25/azerbaijan-17666514745331168987552.jpg" alt="Vietnamese, Azerbaijani defense ministers hold talks in Ha Noi- Ảnh 1."></figure>Minister of National Defense Phan Van Giang (R) receives Azerbaijani Minister of Defense Industry Vugar Mustafayev, Ha Noi, December 25, 2025Phan said Viet Nam always attaches great importance to consolidating and strengthening the traditional friendship and cooperation with Azerbaijan. He hailed the two countries' decision to elevate bilateral ties into a Strategic Partnership in recent May.The Vietnamese minister suggested the two sides focus on promoting the signing of cooperation documents on defense industry to create a legal framework for deeper collaboration in this field while actively enhancing all-level delegation exchanges.The host also suggested the two countries join hands in organizing defense industry exhibitions, promote military trade cooperation, joint research and production, and technology transfer; and step up collaboration in training high-quality human resources.Viet Nam plans to organize the third Viet Nam International Defense Expo in 2026, he shared, inviting Azerbaijani Minister of Defense Industry to attend the event.Mustafayev, for his part, reiterated that Azerbaijan stands ready to foster cooperation with Viet Nam across agreed areas, especially defense industry, contributing to deepening and enhancing the effectiveness of the bilateral relations in the time ahead./.

Minister of National Defense Phan Van Giang and Azerbaijani Minister of Defense Industry Vugar Mustafayev vowed to enhance defense industry cooperation in line with the interests and needs of both sides, during their talks held in Ha Noi on December 25.

Vietnamese, Azerbaijani defense ministers hold talks in Ha Noi

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:777px;"><img src="https://bcp.cdnchinhphu.vn/thumb_w/640/344443456812359680/2025/12/24/bdt-559620251223194438-1766546680827821155571.jpg" alt="Vietnamese, French FMs hold phone talks- Ảnh 1."></figure>Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai TrungBui affirmed that Viet Nam always attaches importance to fostering multifaceted cooperation with France, the first EU member to establish a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the Southeast Asian nation.He also called for leveraging the pioneering and coordinating role of the two foreign ministries to ensure that the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership advances substantively and effectively, commensurate with the stature of the new relationship framework.On the occasion, Le proposed both sides fully tap the potential of economic, trade, and investment ties. He urged France to expedite the ratification of the EU – Viet Nam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) and raise its voice to support the European Commission's early removal of the "yellow card" warning on Vietnamese aquatic products, which would further bolster Viet Nam–EU collaboration.Barrot, for his part, praised Viet Nam's role in the region, affirming that the frequent and substantive high-level exchanges between the two countries in recent years serve as clear evidence of their high level of mutual trust, while also creating strong momentum for further advancing bilateral ties.France wishes to increase cooperation with Viet Nam in such strategic sectors as energy, transport, and aerospace, while continuing to work closely with Viet Nam to promote multilateralism and tackle global challenges, he said.Both sides agreed to further develop sci-tech as a new pillar of bilateral ties, with France assisting Viet Nam's capacity building in emerging technologies, including biotechnology, digital industries, semiconductors, quantum technologies, and digital infrastructure.On global and regional issues, they vowed to step up exchanges and viewpoint coordination on matters of mutual interest, and reinforce inter-regional cooperation between ASEAN and the EU, thus contributing to peace, stability, and development in the regions and the world./.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held phone talks with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot on December 23.

Vietnamese, French FMs hold phone talks

Strategic projects signal Vietnam’s resolve to advance on all frontsOn the morning of December 19, marking the 79th anniversary of the national resistance day (December 19, 1946-2025) and in celebration of the upcoming 14th National Party Congress, Vietnam simultaneously launched, inaugurated and technically opened 234 major infrastructure projects nationwide.Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the central venue at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Olympic sports urban complex in Thuong Phuc commune, Hanoi.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/19/ttg-176611248177492574463-12015176-14075795.jpg" alt="Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Olympic sports urban complex in Thuong Phuc commune, Hanoi. Photo: VGP"></figure>Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Hanoi Party Secretary Nguyen Duy Ngoc attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Olympic sports urban complex in Thuong Phuc commune, Hanoi. Photo: VGPAddressing the event, the Prime Minister stressed that the large-scale economic and social infrastructure projects inaugurated and launched over recent years clearly demonstrate the vision, strategic thinking and aspirations of the Vietnamese people and nation.In the transport sector, nearly 3,200km of expressways have been completed and technically opened nationwide, including the eastern North-South expressway, east-west expressways, along with 325km of interchanges and access roads and more than 1,700km of coastal roads. Other major facilities have also come into operation, such as the reception of the first flight at Long Thanh airport and the inauguration of the National Exhibition and Convention Center.In energy, a series of key projects have been completed and put into operation, including the 500kV circuit 3 transmission line from Quang Binh to Hung Yen, Thai Binh 2 thermal power plant, Nhon Trach 3 and 4 LNG-to-power projects, and the Hoa Binh hydropower plant expansion.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/19/screenshot-2025-12-19-140904-14091867.png" alt="Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers remarks announcing the launch and inauguration of 234 major projects nationwide."></figure>Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers remarks announcing the launch and inauguration of 234 major projects nationwide.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In healthcare and social welfare, several major hospitals have been brought into use, notably the Bach Mai Hospital (facility 2), Viet Duc Hospital (facility 2), and Hue Central Hospital.Alongside completed projects, a number of long-term, forward-looking developments have also been launched, laying foundations for future growth. These include the Gia Binh airport megaproject; major coastal-oriented projects such as Hon Khoai port and Can Gio urban area; urban railways, international railway links, and preparations for the North-South high-speed railway.Several century-scale projects are also being implemented, including the Red River landscape boulevard, the Olympic sports village, the Hoa Phat Dung Quat rail and special steel manufacturing plant, and infrastructure serving APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc.“The infrastructure projects launched and inaugurated in recent times and at today’s ceremony embody the aspiration of the Vietnamese people and nation to ‘reach out to the great sea, delve deep into the earth, and soar high into space’,” Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed.Five affirmations, five guaranteesPrime Minister Pham Minh Chinh noted that the projects completed and launched represent crucial foundations for building a synchronized, modern infrastructure system capable of meeting national development requirements in a new era. They serve as key links in shaping a peaceful, stable, integrated, prosperous and happy Vietnam, steadily advancing toward socialism.He said the projects, implemented across regions and sectors, affirm strategic vision and execution capacity at all levels; mark significant progress in building strategic infrastructure; reaffirm the policy of public investment leading and activating private investment; and highlight the central role of people and businesses, alongside the spirit of self-reliance and resilience.On behalf of the Government, the Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the Party Central Committee, the Politburo and the Secretariat for their leadership, as well as the engagement of the entire political system, public support, the business community and international partners. He commended ministries, local authorities, investors, contractors, consultants, engineers and workers nationwide.He also thanked people for their consensus and land handover for resettlement, and acknowledged domestic and foreign enterprises for investing with the spirit of harmonized benefits and shared risks.Drawing six major lessons from practice, the Prime Minister urged authorities to further promote achievements and focus on “five guarantees” in infrastructure investment, ranging from institutional improvement, resource assurance and site clearance to effective capital use and maximizing project efficiency for fast and sustainable development.The Government and the Prime Minister pledged to continue playing a central, facilitative role to ensure projects are implemented in a synchronized, efficient manner, meeting requirements for progress, quality, safety and legal compliance.“The Government and the Prime Minister remain committed to creating the most favorable conditions for key projects to be carried out on schedule, with assured quality, safety, technical standards, aesthetics and environmental hygiene in line with the law,” he emphasized.<blockquote>The Olympic sports urban complex covers more than 9,171ha, with total investment estimated at around VND 925.000 billion, making it the largest urban project in Vietnam, spanning 11 communes.The project is planned into four functional zones aimed at developing a sports-oriented and service-based urban area anchored by an international-standard sports complex, enhancing Hanoi’s position on the regional and global sports and cultural map and creating sustainable growth momentum for decades.At the heart of the complex is a national-level facility, the Trong Dong stadium, covering 73.3ha with a capacity of up to 135,000 seats. It is designed to meet FIFA standards and is expected to become the world’s largest stadium featuring an automatic retractable roof.</blockquote>Le Van

Strategic infrastructure projects launched and completed nationwide underscore Vietnam’s vision and aspirations as the country enters a new stage of development.

Prime Minister: Strategic infrastructure underpins new development phase

During 11 months of 2025, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues maintained impressive growth momentum, while a series of demand-stimulation programs generated strong spillover effects, making an important contribution to the country’s GDP growth target for the year.Consumption market leads growthAccording to the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues in the capital reached VND 877.2 trillion in the 11 months of 2025, up 13% year on year. Of this, retail sales of goods amounted to VND 549 trillion, accounting for 62.6% of the total and rising 12%.Hanoi has set a target of over 8% GRDP growth in 2025, while aiming for a 14% increase in total retail sales and consumer service revenues. To realise these goals, the city has rolled out a “45-day and night” campaign, stepping up digital transformation in trade, promoting supply-demand linkages and strengthening consumer protection, both offline and in the digital space.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/18/anh-hoi-cho-14530718.jpg" alt="Trade promotion and consumer demand stimulation activities take place in Hanoi. Photo: N.H."></figure>Trade promotion and consumer demand stimulation activities take place in Hanoi. Photo: N.H.Nguyen The Hiep, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade, said the campaign is designed to move toward double-digit growth by 2026. At the same time, the city is focusing on improving the effectiveness of investment, trade and tourism promotion, as well as the program “Vietnamese people prioritise Vietnamese goods.”Notably, the 2025 Hanoi concentrated promotion program mobilized nearly 1,000 retail outlets and more than 500 enterprises, attracting over 100,000 in-person shoppers and generating millions of online transactions. The “Hanoi Midnight Sale, a city that never sleeps” model, with discounts ranging from 70% to 100%, helped increase customer numbers by 135 - 200% and revenues by 85 - 135% at participating outlets.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/18/z72895662438425eda3d71741a5415e657fb74e903188e-14570043.jpg" alt="The 2025 Hanoi concentrated promotion programme mobilizes nearly 1,000 retail outlets and more than 500 enterprises, attracting over 100,000 in-person shoppers and generating millions of online transactions. Photo: N.H."></figure>The 2025 Hanoi concentrated promotion programme mobilizes nearly 1,000 retail outlets and more than 500 enterprises, attracting over 100,000 in-person shoppers and generating millions of online transactions. Photo: N.H.In Ho Chi Minh City, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues over the first 11 months were estimated at over VND 1,756,842 billion; up 15.4% year on year. Retail sales of goods rose 15.3%, accommodation and food services surged 24.9%, travel services increased 24.7%, and other services expanded 11.9%.Retail sales of goods reached VND 902,337 billion, with strong growth recorded in food and foodstuffs (19.8%), household goods (26.8%), and wood and construction materials (12.1%). Revenues from accommodation and food services were estimated at VND 207.001 trillion, up 24.9%.Major promotion campaigns such as Black Friday and Mega Sale at shopping malls and e-commerce platforms generated positive spillover effects, lifting revenues by 10 - 20% in each promotion period. Consumer demand has increasingly shifted toward supermarkets, thanks to price stabilization and promotion programs, helping households save costs and secure supplies amid food price fluctuations caused by natural disasters.Domestic consumption - a key driver of GDP growthAccording to the General Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues nationwide in the first 11 months of 2025 were estimated at VND 6,377.7 trillion, up 9.1% year on year. Excluding price factors, growth still reached 6.8%. Domestic consumption has emerged as the principal growth engine, supporting GDP expansion toward the year’s end and contributing to the target range of 8.3 - 8.5%.The Ministry of Industry and Trade has activated the 2025 national concentrated promotion program from December 1, 2025 to January 18, 2026, applicable to all enterprises, with a maximum promotion cap of up to 100%. These programs not only help businesses reduce inventories and expand production, but also create strong nationwide consumption spillovers.<figure class="image"><img src="https://img-ven.congthuong.vn/resize/th/upload/2025/12/18/z72173643425915dbd2cd98ecbf27b016fd51c4cea7965-14581046.jpg" alt="Total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues nationwide in the first 11 months of 2025 are estimated at VND 6,377.7 trillion, up 9.1% year on year. Photo: N.H."></figure>Total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenues nationwide in the first 11 months of 2025 are estimated at VND 6,377.7 trillion, up 9.1% year on year. Photo: N.H.Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thuong Lang, an expert in international economics and trade, emphasized that in the final month of the year, demand stimulation should be implemented in a coordinated manner for both households and the public sector.For households, priority should be given to short-term measures with rapid spillover effects. For the public sector, it is crucial to accelerate public investment disbursement, particularly in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and digital transformation, thereby creating jobs, raising incomes, and stimulating private consumption.Domestic consumption not only drives retail and services but also creates ripple effects across manufacturing, logistics, financial services, and tourism. Localities nationwide have simultaneously rolled out concentrated promotion programs, trade fairs, shopping festivals and business-to-consumer connection activities, while promoting digital transformation and e-commerce.Since 2009, total retail sales and consumer service revenues have maintained an average growth rate of nearly 10% per year, contributing to reduced trade deficits, keeping the consumer price index below 5%, and maintaining macroeconomic stability. In 2025, the strong momentum of domestic consumption continues to provide a crucial boost to production, services and GDP growth.Renewing traditional growth drivers and fostering new ones was highlighted by the Prime Minister as a key task at the Government’s regular meeting for November, concluded on December 6. Accordingly, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has been assigned to lead the implementation of key measures to robustly develop the domestic market, particularly e-commerce; ensure adequate supply of essential goods; intensify demand stimulation through promotions, discounts and trade fairs; and fully tap opportunities from the year-end and Lunar New Year season.&nbsp;The ministry has also been tasked with reviewing and proposing exemptions and reductions of taxes, fees and charges; strengthening the fight against smuggling and trade fraud; and submitting to the Prime Minister a proposal to establish a national trade fair steering committee before December 10, 2025.The coordinated efforts of the Government, businesses and localities, together with promotion programs, trade facilitation, and digital transformation, have positioned domestic consumption as a central growth pillar, enabling Vietnam’s economy to accelerate in the final months of 2025. This clearly demonstrates the decisive role of the domestic market in maintaining stability and promoting sustainable economic growth, contributing to the realisation of the GRDP and GDP targets set by the Government.<blockquote>Nguyen The Hiep, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade, said that the department is rolling out a range of measures to shore up consumer purchasing power. All measures are expected to contribute to achieving the city’s GRDP growth target, while ensuring adequate goods supply, market stabilization and food safety control during the year-end period of 2025 and the Lunar New Year 2026.</blockquote>Le Van

Strong growth in retail sales and consumer services during 11 months of 2025 highlights domestic consumption as a key driver of GDP growth and year-end momentum.

Domestic consumption fuels growth momentum toward Vietnam’s year-end GDP target

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