Vietnam Today

In the framework of the Autumn Economic Forum 2026, Vietnam and India discussed six areas of cooperation, ranging from human resource development, artificial intelligence, semiconductors to climate technology, healthcare, and investment connectivity.

The draft law aims to resolve existing operational limitations, simplify administrative procedures, and enhance national security, social order, and socio-economic development.

Recently, during the visit of General Secretary and President To Lam to Europe, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has advanced cooperation with the EU, Denmark, and Belgium in sustainable agriculture, biotechnology, blue economy, environmental protection, and combating IUU fishing.

The draft Law on Electronic Identification and Authentication stipulates the principle of mutual recognition of electronic identities and authentication results from foreign countries for use in cross-border transactions. It also amends and supplements related provisions of the Law on Electronic Transactions, the Law on Identity Cards, the Law on Digital Transformation, the Law on E-commerce, and the Law on Investment to ensure consistency within the legal system.

The National Assembly's Committee on National Defense, Security, and Foreign Affairs has proposed clearly defining the legal responsibilities of investors, owners, heads of establishments, households, and vehicle owners in adhering to initial fire safety designs and maintaining safety conditions according to standards and technical regulations.

Vietnam has established a comprehensive legal framework to support science, technology, and innovation, yet limited policy communication, complex procedures, and weak linkages between research institutes and the market continue to prevent businesses from accessing state incentives, officials said at a recent national conference.