Top leader pays tribute to late Party General Secretary Ha Huy Tap in Ha Tinh province

The drafting agency proposed eliminating 38 administrative procedures and 40 business conditions, and simplifying another 13 procedures. The reforms are expected to slash total processing time by 904 days and trim an estimated 189.9 billion VND (7.3 million USD) in compliance costs.

The Party and State leader urged Son La to clearly define its development model and strategic role in the Northwest, focusing resources on sectors with the greatest potential rather than spreading investment too thinly.

According to the diplomat, the strength of the EU-Vietnam relationship is reflected in the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), as well as the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during European Council President António Costa’s visit to Vietnam in January 2026.

Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hai Luu stressed that with only four years left to deliver the 2030 Agenda, the international community must take more decisive action to accelerate the realisation of the SDGs.

The leader stressed that over the past 79 years, the Party and State have consistently attached great importance to caring for people who rendered service to the revolution, noting that gratitude should be reflected not only through policies but also through the responsibility of authorities at all levels, organisations and every citizen.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on July 15 affirmed that caring for revolutionary contributors is both a political responsibility and a moral obligation, calling for more comprehensive and timely policies to ensure that those who sacrificed for the nation receive the care and respect they deserve.

"I have visited Hoan Kiem lake, toured the Temple of Literature, and joined Vietnamese friends to celebrate a truly special milestone in American history – America’s 250th birthday", new US Ambassador Jennifer Wicks said. 

To achieve this year's targets, the Government leader called on the provincial Party Committee to renew its mindset, leadership and governance methods, remain focused on development goals, and maximise the province's untapped potential and competitive advantages.

The chief legislator stressed the need to clearly identify target groups and tailor law education accordingly, while promoting community-based approaches and strengthening the role of grassroots cultural institutions.

The top leader said Vietnam must maintain core capabilities in vessel design, building, repair, conversion and technical maintenance to ensure resilience against supply-chain disruptions, market volatility and emergencies.

According to the proposal, the SBV law amendments would codify existing foreign exchange rules by incorporating Article 22 of the Foreign Exchange Ordinance into law. The draft also revises the central bank’s special financial mechanism, shifting authority over its financial management regulations from the Prime Minister to the Government.

Combating waste today is not simply about preventing losses, but about preserving and making full use of opportunities for growth, generating new resources and fresh momentum to enable the country to develop more rapidly and sustainably.

A major milestone came in June 2026 when the two countries elevated the relationship to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership, creating a stronger stage for more comprehensive cooperation in a new era.

Nghia described the ongoing 500-day campaign as a sacred mission that embodies the Vietnamese tradition of remembering those who served and sacrificed for the nation. The current generation, he said, must spare no effort in carrying out the Party’s policy and fulfilling the aspirations of the people, particularly the families of the fallen.

According to the document, at around 13:00 on July 11, an especially serious waterway traffic accident occurred about 200 metres off Hon May Rut Ngoai Island. Passenger canoe AG-26751, carrying 32 Indian tourists and three crew members, capsized while travelling from Hon May Rut Ngoai Island to An Thoi Port, claiming 15 lives as of 15:00 the same day.

Supporting Venezuela in responding to the earthquake was not only an international responsibility but also an expression of solidarity and goodwill of the Vietnamese State and people.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung extended condolences to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

During its mission from June 29 to July 7, the team worked around the clock under extremely hazardous conditions amid heavily damaged and contaminated disaster zones. Despite the challenges, rescue personnel recovered 57 victims' bodies and handed them over to local authorities and families. They also identified and reported several suspected locations where additional victims might be trapped.

The People's Security Force needs to unify its perception, promote its crucial, core, and frontline role in advising and organising the implementation of the National Security Strategy in the new situation, urgently innovate working methods, actively apply scientific and technological advances, and adjust plans and strategies to ensure proactive security in all situations.

PSNews - Speaking at the ministry's regular press briefing, Spokeswoman Pham Thu Hang highlighted the significance of the Politburo's recent decision to invest in primary and secondary boarding schools in 248 land border communes nationwide.