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Around 112,000 workers to be sent abroad in 2026
In 2025, Vietnam sent 144,300 workers abroad under labor export programs, exceeding the annual plan and setting a new record.
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Vietnam aims for 7-10 public tech research institutes to enter global top 30%
The program specifically targets public research academies, institutes, centers, and public higher education institutions across the country.
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Hue city seeks investors for three social housing projects
Total investment capital estimated at VND4.4 trillion ($167 million).
Vietnam Consumer Program launched
The program is hosted by Tap chi Kinh te Viet Nam / Vietnam Economic Times/VnEconomy with the theme "True Quality – Real Trust."
Vietnam makes strides in child labor prevention and elimination
According to national surveys conducted by the National Statistics Office with ILO support, the proportion of children got involved in economic activities declined sharply from 9.1 percent in 2018 to 3.5 percent in 2023.
Quang Tri dismantles massive fraud ring impersonating lawyers, nearly $38 mln
This gang used the tactic of impersonating lawyers and law firms to approach people who had been previous victims of online scams, promising to help "recover the appropriated money."
Vietnam needs $8.5 bln to comprehensively tackle plastic pollution
Vietnam has actively chosen a proactive, preventive, and transformative approach, rather than solely focusing on handling consequences.
Vietnam officially pilots AI education across all grade levels
It aims to help students "know how to use AI" while "knowing how to control AI," using technology for the common good, safety, and humane values.
Hanoi Department of Home Affairs to manage foreign workers from 2026
The department will handle administrative procedures and State management duties concerning foreign workers in accordance with Government Decree No. 219/2025/NĐ-CP regulating foreign workers in Vietnam.