New leaders

Three of the most important roles in the central government have been elected by the 16th National Assembly during its first session. Watch our new leaders as they are sworn in to serve the country in the next five years.

Newly elected Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng outlines five priorities for Government

Speaking after taking the oath of office, Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng outlined five overarching priorities for the Government of building a modern, enabling and people-centred administration; steering the economy towards high and sustainable growth.

Việt Nam tourism targets 45-50 million international visitors by 2030

The master plan focuses on strengthening linkages between tourism and other economic sectors, promoting regional and inter-regional connectivity to form tourism corridors.

Lê Minh Hưng elected as Prime Minister

Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng pledged absolute loyalty to the Fatherland, to the people, and to the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Việt Nam; and a commitment to strive to fulfil all duties entrusted by the Party, the State and the people.

Party General Secretary, President Tô Lâm sworn in, outlines development priorities

Party General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm reaffirmed his commitment, together with the entire Party, people and military, particularly the Party Central Committee, to building a peaceful, unified, independent, democratic and prosperous Việt Nam.

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Economy

Indices recover despite low liquidity

Market breadth on HoSE was slightly positive with 161 advancers versus 140 decliners, but total trading value fell sharply to just over VNĐ15.1 trillion (US$575.3 million), down about 15 per cent from the previous session.

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Society

Life & Style

Sports

Hà Nội Police march toward league glory

With 44 points from 17 matches, Hà Nội Police sit nine points clear of second-placed Thể Công Viettel, who were held to a 1-1 draw by Sông Lam Nghệ An at Vinh Stadium - a result that highlighted Viettel’s finishing issues.

Environment

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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