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Party General Secretary To Lam speaks at the national conference reviewing the Government’s performance in 2025 and outlining tasks for 2026 (Photo: VNA)

Party leader calls for decisive mindset shift from administration to development creation

Thursday, January 08, 2026 15:46

Party General Secretary To Lam on January 8 delivered a keynote address at a national conference reviewing the Government’s performance in 2025 and outlining tasks for 2026, calling for a strong and substantive shift from a management-oriented mindset to one that actively creates development, while firmly ending buck-passing and the avoidance of responsibility.

Achieving double-digit growth requires new growth model: PM

Thursday, January 08, 2026 16:10

Responsibility and trust take root nationwide

Thursday, January 08, 2026 11:27
The sea surrounding Nghi Loc Commune (Nghe An Province).

Ministry of Construction Defines Nghe An Seaport Waters

Officers and soldiers of the Chi Lang Border Guard Station, in coordination with the militia, organise patrols to protect the border and boundary markers.

Bridges between soldiers and people at Fatherland’s border

Vietnamese Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany Nguyen Dac Thanh and Marcus Pleyer, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space. (Photo courtesy of the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany)

Viet Nam and Germany enhance scientific and technological cooperation

Vietnamese Ambassador to Portugal Nguyen Manh Thang presents his credentials from President Luong Cuong to Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa. (Photo courtesy of the Vietnamese Embassy in Portugal)

Viet Nam and Portugal develop relations in comprehensive and effective manner

EVA Precision Industrial Co., Ltd., a Hong Kong (China)-invested enterprise based in the VSIP Hai Phong industrial and urban complex, specialises in manufacturing electronic components for office equipment. (Photo: VNA)

FDI inflows fuel GRDP growth across localities

An overview of the conference

Seafood sector targets 11.5 billion USD in exports in 2026

A grape vineyard in Nam Duong, Bac Ninh Province. (Photo: Bao Long)

Foundation for modern agriculture

Lecturers and students of the Faculty of Oriental Studies at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi) attend an international conference in Laos in December 2025.

International cooperation in the social sciences and humanities

Pre-processing durians for export at an enterprise in Dak Lak Province. (Photo: CONG LY)

Towards stronger management capacity in the durian sector

Latest News Thursday, January 08, 2026 22:17

Viet Nam exceeds 3,000km expressway target through decisive leadership: official

The decisive engagement of the Government, the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Ministers and the entire political system was the key factor enabling Viet Nam to surpass its target of 3,000 km of expressways during the 2021–2025 term, according to Nguyen Tri Duc, Chief of Office of the Ministry of Construction.

Thursday, January 08, 2026 22:13

Success of 12th National Congress of LPRP marks victory in Viet Nam-Laos relations: Official

Thursday, January 08, 2026 22:08

Vietnamese Party chief congratulates Lao counterpart on re-election

Thursday, January 08, 2026 21:40

World News in Brief: January 8

Thursday, January 08, 2026 19:36

Diplomatic sector accompanies localities in creating development spaces in the new era

Highlights

Party General Secretary To Lam holds a working session with the Party Central Committee's Commission for Policies and Strategies on January 7. (Photo: Dang Khoa)
Domestic

Party chief highlights importance of science, technology-driven development model

The National Election Council delegation conducts on-site checks in Viet Tri ward, Phu Tho province, on January 6. (Photo: VNA)
Domestic

National Election Council conducts on-site inspection of preparations in Phu Tho

Labour productivity across the entire economy is estimated to reach 245 million VND per worker in 2025. (Photo: VNA)
Business

Viet Nam posts 8.02% GDP growth in 2025 amid challenges

Workers check products before packaging at Toyo Solar Co., Ltd., a 100% Japanese-owned solar panel manufacturer in Cam Khe Industrial Park, Phu Tho province. (Photo: VNA)
Business

FDI inflows into Viet Nam exceed 38 billion USD in 2025

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Japan expects many changes

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
Politics

Government conference sets socio-economic agenda for 2026

The Government held a hybrid conference on January 8 to review its 2025 performance and set tasks in 2026 for the central and local administrations.

Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)
Viet Nam & World

Plans for 14th National Party Congress announced to foreign diplomatic missions, international organisations

The organisation of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) was announced to foreign diplomatic missions and international organisations in Viet Nam during a meeting in Ha Noi on January 7.

Politburo member and Standing Member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu chairs a working session with the Party Central Committee Office and relevant agencies to review preparations for the 14th National Party Congress. (Photo: Dang Khoa)
Domestic

Major tasks for 14th National Party Congress on track

As of January 7, functional agencies have basically completed major task groups for the upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam on schedule.

Viet Nam's golden population period is forecast to end in 2036.
Society

The final sprint of Viet Nam’s golden population era

A recently released report entitled “Viet Nam Population Projections for 2024-2074”, published by the National Statistics Office, issued the latest warning about the country’s demographic transition: Viet Nam's golden population period will end in 2036, three years earlier than previously estimated, before moving into an ageing and super-ageing phase.

Viet Nam's GDP expands by more than 8% in 2025. (Photo: VNA)
Business

International financial institutions optimistic about Viet Nam’s 2026 growth

As Viet Nam enters 2026 - the first year of the 2026–2030 socio-economic development plan, international organisations stress that maintaining macroeconomic stability, improving growth quality and staying the course on fundamental reforms will be crucial in turning positive assessments into tangible outcomes and shaping a more sustainable development cycle ahead.

A motorcyclist has her vehicle refilled at a petrol station of Petrolimex. (Photo: VNA)
Business

Fuel prices continue to fall on January 8

Most petrol and oil products witnessed price declines in the latest adjustment, effective from 15:00 on January 8, by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Infographic: SJC gold rings surge on January 8
Infographic

Infographic: SJC gold rings surge on January 8

Global gold prices on January 8 reversed course and fell sharply, trading at 4,422.8 USD/ounce. Domestically, SJC gold bars remained unchanged, listed at 157.2 million VND/tael, while gold rings continued their upward trend, trading at 154.9 million VND/tael.

Infographic: VN-Index down 0.32% on January 8
Infographic

Infographic: VN-Index down 0.32% on January 8

Viet Nam's benchmark VN-Index fell by 0.32% to 1,855.56 points on January 8.

PM Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the conference. (Photo: Tran Hai)
Society

PM urges completion of Quang Trung Campaign before Party Congress, Lunar New Year

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 7 demanded the swift completion of the “Quang Trung Campaign” to rebuild and repair houses for people affected by storms and floods in central Viet Nam, stressing that all work must be finished ahead of the 14th National Party Congress and the Lunar New Year.

An old woman receives health check-up in Da Nang. (Photo: VNA)
Health

Full health insurance coverage reaches all poor, elderly citizens from 2026

Those from near-poor households and seniors aged 75 and above receiving social pension benefits qualify for full reimbursement of medical examination and treatment costs under Viet Nam's health insurance system from January 1, 2026, according to a resolution passed by the National Assembly on December 11, 2025, the Ministry of Health said.

Sa Pa is famous for its stunning terraced rice fields and ethnic minority villages rich in distinctive cultural identity. (Photo: Unsplash – Denis Sobnako)
Destination

Sa Pa emerges as Asia’s fastest growing destination

With its majestic natural landscapes, diverse ethnic cultures and vibrant highland markets, Sa Pa continues to captivate travellers seeking authentic, meaningful experiences that contrast with the fast-paced life in major cities. In 2025, the town became Asia’s fastest-growing destination.

Artists parade during the 80th anniversary celebration of National Day on September 2. (Photo: DUY LINH)
Culture

Brilliant journey of culture, sports and tourism

Looking back at 2025, the culture, sports and tourism sector faced many difficulties and challenges, but also achieved remarkably brilliant achievements, with the return of traditional culture, the explosion of artistic products imbued with national pride, spectacular breakthroughs, and new recognitions of the world.

80th Anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day

Traffic police direct the vehicle flow at the Phap Van Expressway interchange. (Photo: VNA)

Ha Noi announces traffic rerouting for National Day parade

Ha Noi is expected to welcome a large number of tourists during the National Day holiday. (Photo: Thanh Dat)

National Day holiday provides boost for domestic tourism

Viet Nam & World

Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA)

Plans for 14th National Party Congress announced to foreign diplomatic missions, international organisations

Professor and Academician Boviengkham Vongdara, President of the Lao–Viet Nam Friendship Association, in an interview with the Viet Nam News Agency (VNA)'s resident correspondents in Vientiane. (Photo: VNA)

Lao scholar highlights Laos-Viet Nam ties with 'strategic cohesion'

The opening session of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party. (Photo: Contributor)

A landmark on the glorious development path of the Lao revolution

Acting Editor-in-Chief of Laos' Pasaxon Newspaper Syvanh Homxaiyaded

A democratic milestone offers valuable reference for Lao National Assembly

Cambodian veteran journalist Khieu Kola

Shared aspiration for a unified and peaceful Viet Nam

Opinions

A special art performance programme welcoming the National Patriotic Emulation Congress. (Photo: VNA)

Patriotism and revolutionary heroism drive national development aspirations

Greater resolve, daring to speak, daring to act, daring to take responsibility before the nation and the people

New vision and new contents strengthening Viet Nam–Laos relations

Features

Delegates cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the thematic exhibition “Spring – The Beginning of Victory”.

“Spring – The Beginning of Victory” exhibition opens

Pictures

In pictures: Preserving the spirit of new rice amid the Dak Rang highlands

In pictures: Preserving the spirit of new rice amid the Dak Rang highlands

General Secretary To Lam chairs the working session with the Central Policy and Strategy Commission.

[In Pictures] General Secretary To Lam works with Central Policy and Strategy Commission

Recreating the silk-reeling scene.

[In Pictures] Colours of Hoi An Silk

The countdown festival to welcome the New Year is held annually in the pedestrian zone around Hoan Kiem Lake in Ha Noi.

In Pictures: Festive atmosphere welcomes New Year 2026

Located 18 km south of the former Bac Giang City, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda sits on a low hill, backed by the Co Tien mountain range and facing the confluence of the Thuong and Luc Nam rivers at the gateway to the Yen Tu mountains. (Photo: Tran Hai)

Vinh Nghiem Pagoda – Ancestral home of the Truc Lam Zen sect

Video

Video: Digital ID codes for properties to be implemented from March 1, 2026

Video: Digital ID codes for properties to be implemented from March 1, 2026

From March 1, 2026, each real estate asset, including individual houses, apartment units and products within property development projects, will be assigned a unique digital ID code. The regulation is stipulated in Government Decree No. 357 on the construction and management of the housing and real estate market information system and database.

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[Video] Ha Noi: Specialised policies drive sustainable poverty reduction breakthroughs

[Video] Ha Noi: Specialised policies drive sustainable poverty reduction breakthroughs

Video: 70% reduction in fees for converting agricultural land to residential use from 2026

Video: 70% reduction in fees for converting agricultural land to residential use from 2026

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Video: Viet Nam’s trade turnover nears 840 billion USD in 11 months

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Sci-Tech

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