The Vietnamese Party leader congratulated Kim Jong Un on his re-election and expressed his belief that under the leadership of General Secretary Kim, the WPK and the fraternal Korean people will continue to obtain great achievements in their national construction cause.

PM Phạm Minh Chính called for greater attention to grassroots cultural, sports and tourism development, alongside digital and green transformation in tourism, while fostering internal unity, creativity and a people-centred approach and creating favourable conditions for tourism enterprises to innovate and grow.

NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn demanded stronger supervision of the enforcement of laws, decrees and circulars in 2026, warning that poor performance would undermine the longevity of legislation.

State President Lương Cường on Monday sent a message of congratulations to Japanese Emperor Naruhito on the occasion of his birthday.

Emphasising that March will focus on organising the election of deputies to the 16th NA and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term, the top legislator called on the Front to continue providing close leadership and timely guidance to its chapters nationwide in implementing electoral procedures.

Established in 1975, the Việt Nam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST) is the country's leading institution in basic and applied research.

The top legislator requested early and thorough preparations for the first session of the 16th NA, scheduled to open on April 6. He emphasised that the legislature must continue to advance digital transformation, digitalisation and the application of artificial intelligence in legislative and supervisory work, as well as in decisions on key national issues.

Party chief Tô Lâm also called for continued strengthening of political mettle, ethical standards and professional capacity. The Party Central Committee’s Office, he emphasised, must uphold the highest sense of responsibility and remain a trusted, strategic advisory body to the Party Central Committee in the new period of development.

Despite ongoing administrative restructuring, Lào Cai sustained growth and ensured social welfare, particularly in areas affected by natural disasters. The province also took thorough care of residents during Tết, ensuring all families could enjoy a safe and warm holiday.