The Ministry of Construction has unveiled a draft Resolution on urban classification that updates urban classification criteria, delegates more powers to local authorities, and highlights digital transformation in urban planning.

Simplifying administrative procedures related to innovative startups demonstrates the commitment of the Government and related authorities to building an open investment environment that stimulates the flow of capital into small- and medium-sized enterprises.

The regulations, which came into effect on September 9, consist of 12 articles detailing principles, forms, content, and responsibilities in information sharing and cooperation across ministries, ministerial-level agencies, and government bodies.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc has signed a resolution, giving the go-ahead for the five-year pilot of crypto asset trading.

The Government has issued a new resolution on the two-tier local administration model, calling on ministries and localities to streamline regulations and procedures to better serve citizens and boost socio-economic growth.

The Government is drafting a resolution to introduce special mechanisms and policies aimed at removing obstacles in the implementation of the 2024 Law on Geology and Minerals. The proposal seeks to streamline procedures, improve resource allocation, and ensure adequate supplies of raw materials for national priority projects.

FESCO Deputy CEO for Logistics German Maslov has said the sea route connecting Vladivostok with Vietnamese ports has proven highly effective after two years of operation, attracting strong interest from businesses in both countries.

The Government has signed for approval Decree 238, providing tuition exemption for individuals studying in specific fields that meet the demands of socio-economic development, national defense, and security as prescribed by the Law on Higher Education.

Located in landlocked, flat-lying Phu Xuyen commune of Hanoi, Van Lang village is surprisingly famous for its traditional craft of weaving cha nets, which are used to catch fish and shrimps in rivers.

Article 2 of the 2019 Law on Securities, revised in 2025, provides that both Vietnamese and foreign organizations and individuals are allowed to invest in and operate on Vietnam’s securities market.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed two electricity pricing options for electric vehicle charging. The proposals, now open for public comment, aim to ensure appropriate charging tariffs as the country is expected to expand its charging infrastructure in the coming time.

The Government on September 3 issued Decree 240/2025/ND-CP, regulating the establishment, management, and use of a fund for defense policy and foreign affairs.

Vietnamese citizens and foreigners may be selected and assigned professional tasks by competent authorities to become Vietnam-based chief engineers and chief architects under new criteria established by the Government.

Once a war-ravaged nation, Vietnam is increasingly making positive and meaningful contributions to the international community, especially in multilateral forums such as the United Nations, said American social activist Juliet Ucelli.

Once a war-ravaged nation, Vietnam is increasingly making positive and meaningful contributions to the international community, especially in multilateral forums such as the United Nations, said American social activist Juliet Ucelli.

The case of a 13-year-old girl traveling alone across Vietnam by long-distance coach has revealed glaring gaps in the regulation and management of child passengers, both in practice and in law. It underscores the urgent need to refine the legal framework to ensure safety and uphold children’s right to protection.

Following the vigorous administrative reforms initiated by King Minh Menh (1820-1840) of the Nguyen dynasty, the last monarchy of Vietnam, the feudal state apparatus was organized more effectively and efficiently.

Vietnam, adhering to an independent foreign policy while diversifying and multilateralizing its international relations, has actively engaged in global integration and participated in numerous multilateral and bilateral organizations, thus steadily enhancing its international standing.

Vietnam, adhering to an independent foreign policy while diversifying and multilateralizing its international relations, has actively engaged in global integration and participated in numerous multilateral and bilateral organizations, thus steadily enhancing its international standing.

As deepfake technology rapidly evolves, Vietnam faces mounting legal and social risks in the digital space. Without a dedicated framework, current laws struggle to address its complexity. Drawing on international models, this article explores pathways for Vietnam to regulate deepfake through risk-based classification, platform accountability, victim protection, and the building of domestic technological capacity.