Top leader presents appointment decisions to Government members for 2026–2031 term

The top leader underscored that the new Government’s primary task is to create a favourable environment for development, unlock new growth drivers, and strengthen implementation capacity to achieve set goals.

NA debates revised Capital Law, special mechanism for handling international investment disputes

Presenting the Government’s proposal on the revised Capital Law, Minister of Justice Hoàng Thanh Tùng said the revision is necessary to promptly institutionalise the Party’s guidelines while addressing bottlenecks that have hindered Hà Nội’s development in recent years.

PM Lê Minh Hưng appointed National Defence, Security Council’s Deputy Chairman

The announcement was made on Wednesday after the 16th National Assembly’s first session approved a resolution endorsing the State President’s nominations for the Deputy Chairman and members of the council.

16th National Assembly approves 17 ministers at first session

All 481 National Assembly deputies present voted in favour, approving 17 ministers and other members of the Government for the 2026-31 term on Wednesday morning in Hà Nội.

Six Deputy Prime Ministers appointed for new-term Government

Of the six, four are first-time appointees to the post - Phạm Gia Túc, Phan Văn Giang, Nguyễn Văn Thắng and Lê Tiến Châu.

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Politics & Law

Congratulations flow in for newly elected Vietnamese leaders

Leaders of countries and political parties of Cuba, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), the United States, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Palestine and Nicaragua have sent messages and letters of congratulations to Việt Nam's newly elected key leaders, following the elections by the country’s National Assembly.

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Economy

Cross-border e-commerce potential remains largely untapped

Despite the domestic e-commerce market reaching an estimated value of $31 billion in 2025, placing Việt Nam among the world’s top 10 and top three in ASEAN, total import-export turnover via e-commerce stood at just $4.45 billion.

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Life & Style

UK newspaper praises Phú Quốc’s unspoilt charm amid tourism boom

Phú Quốc is positioned as a compelling alternative – even a potential rival to Phuket – for travellers seeking authenticity in Southeast Asia. Its appeal lies not only in scenic beauty and fresh seafood, but also in the harmonious coexistence of modern tourism and enduring local culture.

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Whale pod sighting near Phú Quý

A large pod of more than one hundred whales has been spotted near Phú Quý Island. This incredible sighting is a strong indicator of a recovering marine ecosystem, arriving perfectly as the island continues to draw eco-conscious adventurers.

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World

Laos moves to realise railway connection with Việt Nam

The project will help transform Laos from a landlocked into a landlinked nation, with access to the sea through Việt Nam's Vũng Áng Port, and a future connection linking Việt Nam, Laos, China and Europe via the Laos–China railway.

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