Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chaired a thematic meeting, on the afternoon of June 23, to review the implementation of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW following its third session in 2026. Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung and Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang moderated the discussions on solutions to accelerate the development of science, technology and innovation.

In the first six months of 2026, the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defence have provided sound strategic advice to the Party and State on military and defence matters, maintained the strategic initiative, and prevented any passive or unexpected situations. Efforts to build a politically strong army have continued alongside comprehensive Party and political work and strict implementation of the Party's resolutions and regulations.

The congress, which will last until June 25, is not only an occasion to review the achievements of the past term but also a significant milestone in defining the vision, objectives, and tasks of the youth union in the next phase, reinforcing the pioneering role of the younger generation as Vietnam approaches two major historic milestones: the 100th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (1930–2030) and the 100th founding anniversary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (1931–2031).

Located south of the Red River and extending from the historic inner city to newly developing areas in the south and the west, the central urban area along Red River’s right bank covers approximately 45,317 hectares and is projected to accommodate around 6.365 million residents by 2045 and 6.455 million by 2065.

Developing nuclear power therefore requires a comprehensive ecosystem in which every component is supported by highly skilled personnel.

As Hanoi continues to advance social housing programmes, renovate ageing apartment complexes and promote transit-oriented urban development (TOD), expanding the rental housing stock is set to become a key pillar of its housing strategy.

Vietnam, China, Laos and Myanmar face common challenges as drug syndicates increasingly exploit the Mekong River, cross-border transport networks, e-commerce platforms, international logistics services, cyberspace and cryptocurrencies to organise drug transactions and smuggling operations.

PSNews - Recently, Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Le Van Tuyen hosted a meeting with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Türkiye to Vietnam Korhan Kemik and a delegation of Turkish security technology enterprises, in Hanoi.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man reaffirmed Vietnam’s consistent support for the Palestinian people's legitimate struggle and the Vietnamese legislature always backs efforts to expand cooperation with Palestine across various fields.

The study found that 85% of Vietnamese enterprises reported positive business sentiment, a sharp increase from 48% in 2025, when business confidence was weighed down by uncertainties surrounding US tariff policies and related trade developments.

The Presidential Office held a press conference on June 23 to announce the Presidential Order promulgating two ordinances adopted by the 16th National Assembly Standing Committee at its third session.

Resolution 10-NQ/TW marks a significant reset of Vietnam’s foreign investment strategy, introducing broad reforms to create a more unified and effective framework for attracting foreign capital.

The Inspection Commission of the Public Security Central Party Committee convened its first meeting for the 2025–2030 term, in Hanoi on June 23, to discuss approaches to improve the efficiency of Party inspection, supervision and disciplinary execution in the Public Security Forces.

During the visit, from June 20 to 22, Trung held meetings with First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) Central Committee and President of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel and Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz, and conducted talks with Politburo member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla.

On the occasion of the 101st anniversary of the Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21), the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) held a meeting with press agencies and journalists, on the afternoon of June 17, in Hanoi.

Within the framework of his visit to Japan to co-chair the 10th Vietnam–Japan Deputy Ministerial Security Dialogue, Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Pham The Tung had a meeting with Japanese Minister of Justice Hiraguchi Hiroshi, on June 17, in Tokyo.

Vinh Long farmers are scaling up specialised growing zones and tightening production standards, aiming to lock in sustainable growth for pomelo cultivation and more prosperity across the Mekong Delta province.

From July 1, the city will cover the full ticket cost for passengers using 134 operating bus routes, comprising 109 subsidised by the municipal budget and 25 non-subsidised ones.

Under the PP-PF 26, US and Vietnamese experts will hold professional exchanges spanning disaster response, public health, epidemic prevention, unexploded ordnance clearance, veterinary services, infrastructure construction and cultural exchanges.

Vietnam always considers the US one of its most strategically important partners, and wants to work closely with Washington to deliver on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership framework, advancing ties in a substantive, comprehensive and effective manner for the benefit of their people and for peace, stability and prosperity in the region and the world.

Vietnam has emerged as a notable example of stability, maintaining a balanced foreign policy approach while actively promoting multilateral cooperation. Countries such as Vietnam are key to preserving regional equilibrium.

Within the framework of his visit to Japan to attend the 10th Vietnam–Japan Deputy Ministerial Security Dialogue, Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Pham The Tung paid a courtesy call on Commissioner General of the National Police Agency of Japan Yoshinobu Kusunoki, on June 16, in Tokyo.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam emphasised that assignments must not be reduced to slogans and rejected situations where agencies report that initiatives have been launched, studied or disseminated without being able to identify completed deliverables, promulgated legal documents, simplified administrative procedures, resolved legal inconsistencies, and accountability at leadership level.

Nestled among coastal sand dunes in Cam Ranh, the project was conceived with a strong commitment to respecting the natural landscape and harnessing water as its central element. Rather than creating a visually dominant structure, the design blends into the terrain, making use of sand layers, native vegetation and open spaces to strengthen the connection between people and nature.

Throughout the programme, doctors and medical staff from the Vietnamese field hospital, together with personnel from the participating units, provided hands-on guidance to students on proper handwashing, personal hygiene, and environmental sanitation and guidance on recognising the early symptoms of cholera, Ebola and other common infectious diseases.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 22 attended a ceremony marking the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Security Academy (June 25, 1946 – 2026), while also conferring the Hero of the People’s Armed Forces title on the institution for the third time.

According to Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Pham Van Thinh, the province aims to maintain stable and sustainable growth, improve the competitiveness of both the economy and local businesses, and make better use of free trade agreements (FTAs) to expand and diversify export markets.

The breakthrough is expected to support diabetes prevention and treatment while opening up broader biomedical applications.

Hue is simultaneously stepping up efforts to attract investment into tourism, services and cultural industries. In the first five months of 2026, the city secured more than 19 trillion VND in newly registered investment capital, with projects planned in coastal tourism, lagoon-based ecotourism, cultural spaces along the Perfume River, convention and exhibition centres, night-time economy projects and cultural innovation hubs.

At this year’s festival, the Vietnam News Agency also received three top prizes, comprising one A Prize for its outstanding exhibition booth and two others for outstanding journalistic products in the digital media category.

One of the resolution’s key priorities is to continue improving healthcare services by placing people at the centre, while enhancing grassroots healthcare capacity and accelerating digital transformation.

Development efforts should properly recognise and leverage the role of science and technology in creating new economic models based on emerging resources.

With coordinated efforts in planning, infrastructure development, product diversification, human resources training, digital transformation and destination branding, Phu Tho is well-positioned to transform tourism into a spearhead economic sector and a new engine of sustainable growth in the years ahead.

As offenders adopt increasingly sophisticated tactics, customs authorities are tightening controls at border gates, stepping up the use of technologies and refining enforcement measures to intercept illicit goods at the import and transit stages.

Within the framework of his working visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from June 13–16, Member of the Politburo and Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang paid a courtesy call on Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK Jo Yong Won.

President Ho Chi Minh and General Vo Nguyen Giap have long been respected and admired by Palestinian leaders and people, while Vietnam’s struggle for national independence has inspired generations of Palestinians.

As one of the earliest countries to join the 2003 convention and currently having 17 intangible cultural heritage elements inscribed by UNESCO, Vietnam consistently regards culture as the spiritual foundation of society, both a goal and a driving force for sustainable development, Van said, adding that the country has been working to improve its legal framework, place communities at the centre, and integrate heritage conservation with education, sustainable tourism and digital transformation.

As the tourism sector seeks to increase visitor spending and extend stays, the development of the night-time economy is increasingly seen as a way to create new tourism products, enhance destination appeal and support sustainable urban growth.

Vietnam hopes to receive support in accessing concessional financing, particularly WB funding, for research programmes and investment projects related to water security, dam and reservoir safety, and climate adaptation, said Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung.

Member of the Politburo and Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang, leading a high-ranking delegation of the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam, paid an official visit to the DPRK from June 13–16, 2026, at the invitation of Minister of Social Security of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Pang Tu Sop.

Lan Anh, Vietnam’s candidate, secured the highest number of votes among candidates from the Asia-Pacific region in elections held on June 18 at the 36th Meeting of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) at the United Nations headquarters.

As Vietnam pursues rapid and sustainable economic growth, improving growth quality, advancing the green transition, promoting the circular economy, and adopting environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards are becoming increasingly urgent.

The city's People's Committee has proposed allocating an additional 665 billion VND (about 26 million USD) to cover 100% of bus fares during the six-month period.

Under this blueprint, tourism is designated as a high-priority sector to enhance the use of digital technology to improve management capabilities, service quality, and the visitor experience.

The Inspection Commission of the Public Security Central Party Committee (PSCPC) for the 2025–2030 term has been selected with 13 members and led by Senior Lieutenant General Le Quoc Hung, Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Secretary of the Public Security Central Party Committee and Deputy Minister of Public Security as Chairman of the Inspection Commission of the PSCPC for the 2025–2030 term.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s first working trip to Russia in his new position was highly successful, continuing to implement the foreign policy of the Party and the State. It reaffirmed Vietnam’s position and responsibilities within ASEAN and contributed to the overall success of the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit.

Vietnam attaches great importance to its Strategic Partnership with Germany and regards it as one of its leading partners in Europe, said top leader To Lam.

Under the plan, activities will be carried out nationwide at all administrative levels, from provinces and centrally run cities to communes, wards and special zones. VFF committees and socio-political organisations are required to engage directly with local communities through dialogues and meetings, with special attention given to vulnerable groups and those outside mass organisations.

The free trade zone will be developed as a modern integrated complex combining manufacturing, logistics, trade, services, innovation and the digital economy.