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Party chief orders breakthroughs in military modernisation

National Assembly officially approves teachers' salaries to rank highest

The law stipulates professional activities, rights and obligations of teachers; titles and professional standards of teachers; recruitment and use of teachers.

NA passes historic revised law on local government organisation, establishing two-tier model nationwide

With unanimous support from all 466 voting deputies, the 15th National Assembly officially passed the revised Law on Organisation of Local Government on 16 June. The legislation marks a historic turning point in Việt Nam’s governance, establishing a unified two-tier local government model nationwide.

Việt Nam's National Assembly adopts historic constitutional amendments

The constitutional amendment resolution states that district-level administrative units nationwide will cease operations on July 1, 2025, while providing several transitional provisions.

Việt Nam, US advance bilateral trade talks in third round of negotiation

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick reaffirmed the US’s strong regard for its relationship with Việt Nam and its hope to see the country continue to thrive.

New commune-level political system must be operational by June 30: PM

The PM highlighted that Việt Nam has been implementing various tasks and historic decisions in recent months, and the country has received positive feedback from the international community.

No-fly, restricted zones for drones announced

The announcement aims to provide accessible information for domestic and foreign organisations and individuals involved in the operation, management, or use of UAVs and other aerial vehicles in the Vietnamese airspace.

UN commends Việt Nam for impressive mine clearance efforts, high female participation in peacekeeping

Việt Nam is developing a master plan to shorten the post-war mine and explosive ordnance clearance period to around 35 to 40 years, with the goal of basically clearing bombs and mines to a depth of 0.5 metres by 2065.

Việt Nam wishes to enhance voice, role of developing nations as BRICS partner country

"With a population of almost 100 million and a dynamic economy deeply integrated into global value chains, Việt Nam stands out as a relevant actor in Asia."

Law on Digital Technology Industry, amended Law on Chemicals adopted

The Law on Digital Technology Industry, passed with overwhelming support, sets a legal foundation for advancing sectors such as semiconductors, AI, and digital assets.

PM calls for unity in organising two-tier local administration system

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính on Saturday described the restructuring of the political system and two-tier local administration as a 'revolutionary undertaking' requiring determination, unity, and step-by-step implementation.

National Assembly adopts laws on state capital management, technical standards

The new Law on Management and Investment of State Capital in Enterprises is expected to cut administrative procedures for SOEs by around 30 per cent, while strengthening autonomy and clarifying corporate governance responsibilities.

President presents promotion decisions to Public Security officers

Deputy Ministers Lê Tấn Tới, Lê Văn Tuyến, and Nguyễn Văn Long were elevated to Senior Lieutenant General in a ceremony chaired by President Lương Cường.

Vietnamese community in Israel remains safe following missile attacks

The Vietnamese community in Israel remains safe with no reported casualties following Iran’s overnight ballistic missile attacks, according to the Vietnamese Embassy in Tel Aviv.

Việt Nam passes new excise tax law to protect public health and environment

The revised law, passed with overwhelming support, introduces phased tax hikes on alcohol, beer, and cigarettes, with full implementation set by 2031.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính wraps up Europe tour

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính on Saturday concluded a 10-day working trip to Europe, where he attended the UN Ocean Conference and paid official visits to France, Estonia, and Sweden.

PM seeks stronger medical ties with Sweden’s Karolinska Institutet

Founded in 1810, the institute trains about 7,000 students and over 2,000 doctoral candidates annually across its two campuses.

President extends condolences to Austria over deadly shooting

The shooting left 10 people, including the suspected gunman, dead at a school in Graz city, southeastern Austria.

Việt Nam extends condolences over deadly air accident in India

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính sent a message of condolences to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi over a serious air accident.

PM calls for cooperation with Sweden in nuclear energy technology

PM Phạm Minh Chính revealed Việt Nam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Việt Nam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.

No Vietnamese carriers fly through Israeli, Iranian airspace

Vietnamese carriers, including Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways and Vietravel Airlines, do not fly through the Israeli or Iranian airspace.