Party General Secretary To Lam elected as State President of Vietnam
He was unanimously elected by legislators on April 7.
16th National Assembly's first session opens in Hanoi
A central focus of the session will be decisions on the organizational structure of the state apparatus, as well as the election and approval of senior personnel — matters considered critical to effective governance throughout the term.
Key leadership positions of Vietnam's State apparatus to be elected next week
At the first session of the newly elected National Assembly, which is scheduled to open on April 6, several top leadership positions of Vietnam’s State apparatus, including the State President, the Prime Minister, and the National Assembly Chairperson, will be elected.
List of newly-elected members of 14th Political Bureau announced
The14th Political Bureau consists of 19 members.
Lawmakers approve investment policy for Gia Binh International Airport
Covering an area of nearly 2,000 ha in northern Bac Ninh province, the project has an estimated investment of VND196.37 trillion ($7.45 billion).
NA approves nearly $913 mln for Vinh - Thanh Thuy Expressway project
Upon completion, the route will facilitate a direct connection from Hanoi to Vientiane (Laos), while simultaneously linking with the Eastern North-South Expressway and the Ho Chi Minh Road.
NA approves Resolution to invest over $33 mln in health through 2035
The program aims to ensure that all citizens receive primary health care, early disease prevention, and management at the local level.
NA adopts resolution to address difficulties in land law implementation
The resolution introduces certain mechanisms and policies to address difficulties and obstacles in implementing the Land Law.
A NA Committee recommends against submitting VAT law amendment at current session
According to the verification agency, all three amendments proposed by the Government are provisions that were recently revised in the 2024 Value Added Tax Law, which was passed at the 8th session and took effect on July 1, 2025.
National Assembly passes amended Law on Judicial Expertise
Electronic voting results showed that 439 out of 443 delegates present voted in favor, accounting for 92.81% of the total number of deputies.
Study proposed for Vinh-Thanh Thuy expressway to forge new East-West axis
The project is seen as a pivotal component in enhancing the economic development of the North Central region and strengthening trade between Vietnam, Laos, and the broader region.
Piloting specific mechanisms and policies for Ho Chi Minh City to be amended
The southern city requires resources of approximately VND1.8 quadrillion (over $68 billion) to achieve the goal of double-digit growth over the next five years, whereas current capabilities only meet about 30% of the capital demand.
Human resources for agriculture is a strategic and urgent issue
Deputy Nguyen Thi Lan from Hanoi highlighted the importance of prioritizing human resource development in agriculture and essential sectors.
Vietnam targets GDP growth of 10% or higher in 2026
The National Assembly has approved the 2026 socio-economic development plan.
Draft Decree on new administrative boundaries and units
The Ministry of Home Affairs is seeking opinions on a draft Decree guiding collection of public opinions on the establishment, dissolution, merger, division, adjustment of boundaries and renaming of administrative units...
Deposit Insurance Law amendment aims to enhance protection and stability
The amendment focusing on enhancing the role, capacity, and flexibility of Vietnam's deposit insurance.
Civil aviation law amendment under discussion
The draft law aims to improve service quality, and enable general aviation and low-altitude airspace exploitation to further develop.
NA plans resolution to accelerate land law implementation
The National Assembly (NA) will issue a resolution to tackle obstacles facing the implementation of the land law at the upcoming 10th session.
NA adopts amended Law on Special Consumption Tax
The amended law expands the scope of taxable items to protect the environment and promote healthier consumption habits.
National Assembly overwhelmingly approves amended Electricity Law
The amended Electricity Law will come into effect on February 1, 2025.