Regional minimum wage proposed to increase by 7.8% from January 1, 2027
16/07/2026 16:05VGP - The National Wage Council has put foward a proposal to the Government to raise the regional minimum wage by 7.8 percent, applicable from January 1, 2027.
October 15 designated as National Digital Citizen Day
VGP - The Government issued Resolution No. 66.22/2026/NQ-CP on digital citizen development, officially designating October 15 each year as Viet Nam Digital Citizen Day.
Construction begins on Regional Counter Cybercrime Hub for Asia-Pacific
Society 11/07/2026 22:05VGP - The groundbreaking ceremony for Regional Counter Cybercrime Hub for Asia-Pacific was held at the Hoa Lac High-Tech Park in Ha Noi on July 10.
Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi, among world's 700–800 leading universities: Webometrics
Society 11/07/2026 22:00VGP - Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi (VNU) has been ranked 175th in Asia and 756th globally in the second edition of the 2026 Webometrics ranking of world universities, maintaining its position as Viet Nam's top-ranked university.
Viet Nam has nearly 70 million people of working age
Society 10/07/2026 16:01VGP - Viet Nam has nearly 70 million people of working age (15–64 years), placing the country in a "golden population" period—an important demographic advantage for driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and realizing its development aspirations in the new era.
Fostering localization of vaccine manufacturing in Viet Nam
Society 10/07/2026 11:55VGP - The Ministry of Health and the French Embassy on July 9 co-hosted the Viet Nam–France High-Level Conference on next-generation vaccine technologies.
Infographics: Initial outcomes of 500-day campaign race against time to identify fallen soldiers
Society 08/07/2026 08:31VGP - Viet Nam’s nationwide 500-day campaign to accelerate the search, recovery and identification of fallen soldiers’ remains has achieved steady progress in its first 111 days, offering renewed hope to thousands of families still seeking answers about their missing loved ones.
Viet Nam, Denmark renew partnership on sustainable health insurance
Society 07/07/2026 11:00VGP - The Embassy of Denmark in Viet Nam and Viet Nam Social Security (VSS) on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the 2026–2028 period, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation on sustainable health insurance and data-informed healthcare in Viet Nam.
Viet Nam braces for first tropical storm in 2026
Society 03/07/2026 12:35VGP - Maysak, the first tropical storm forecast to affect Viet Nam in 2026 is moving toward the Gulf of Tonkin and is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain in 12 northern localities.
Gov’t renews youth development strategy for 2021–2030 period
Society 02/07/2026 16:08VGP - The Government targets to keep youth unemployment and underemployment rate below 6 percent by the end of this decade, according to its latest strategy for youth development.
Prime Minister heads Central Steering Committee for implementation of national target programs
Society 02/07/2026 10:05VGP - Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will lead the Central Steering Committee for the implementation of the national target programs.
Ha Noi begins restricting fossil-fuel vehicles in low-emission zones
Society 01/07/2026 07:42VGP - Ha Noi authorities begin phased restrictions of fossil-fuel vehicles in pilot low-emission zones on July 1.
Viet Nam deploys second humanitarian flight in response to earthquakes in Venezuela
Society 30/06/2026 15:10VGP - National carrier Viet Nam Airlines on June 29 carried out its second special flight, transporting 46.8 tons of humanitarian aid, along with equipment and materials for search and rescue teams, to Venezuela.
Top legislator: Ha Noi poised for historic breakthrough
Society 29/06/2026 12:23VGP - The announcement of Ha Noi's 100-year Master Plan is not merely the publication of a planning document, but also a strong message of action and political determination to translate Party resolutions into reality, said National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Viet Nam sends rescue teams to earthquake-hit Venezuela
Society 29/06/2026 09:50VGP - The 124-personnel rescue teams will assist earthquake rescue efforts in Venezuela for around 20 days.
Ha Noi to showcase 100-year Master Plan next week
Society 26/06/2026 09:19VGP – The 100-year Master Plan for Ha Noi Capital will be showcased at the Ha Noi Museum since June 29, said Deputy Director of the Municipal Finance Department Le Trung Hieu.
Spokesperson: Viet Nam ready to support Venezuela after earthquake
Society 26/06/2026 08:53VGP - Viet Nam stands ready to provide appropriate assistance to Venezuela following the devastating earthquake that struck the South American nation on the evening of June 24, while closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of Vietnamese citizens there, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang told reporters on Thursday.
Viet Nam reiterates support for victims of Agent Orange/dioxin
Society 26/06/2026 07:44VGP - Spokeswoman of the Foreign Ministry Pham Thu Hang said that Viet Nam supports victims of Agent Orange/dioxin seeking justice.
Viet Nam targets to search for and recover 3,000 remains of martyrs in 2026
Society 25/06/2026 19:39VGP – Viet Nam targets to search for and recover 3,000 martyrs' remains in 2026, according to the National Steering Committee for the Search for, Recovery and Identification of Martyrs' Remains.
Politburo agrees on establishment of Bac Ninh City
Society 24/06/2026 14:37VGP – The 19-member Politburo has agreed on transforming the current province of Bac Ninh into a centrally-run city at the proposal of the local authorities.
