Politics Former Minister and Chairman of Government Office arrested After obtaining the arrest warrant from the Supreme People's Procuracy, the Ministry of Public Security took Dũng into custody in April 30. 05/04/2024 19:19 | Vietnam news Tran Thanh Man assigned to manage National Assemby activities 05/02/2024 19:37 | VietnamPlus Vuong Dinh Hue relieved from position of top legislator 05/02/2024 19:30 | Vietnam Law ☕ Afternoon briefing on May 2 05/02/2024 16:37 | VietnamPlus 1 Vietnam news | 4 hours ago French, VN defence ministers agreed to promote cooperation to level commensurate with Strategic Partnership They are visiting Việt Nam to take part in next Tuesday's grand ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of the Điện Biên Phủ victory (May 7, 1954-2024), in which the Vietnamese army and people prevailed over French colonialism. 2 Vietnam Law | 11 hours ago Prompt preparation made to ensure early implementation of Land Law 2024: official Ministries, sectors, and localities have been building documents providing detailed guidance for the implementation of the Land Law so that the law can take effect on July 1, 2024, instead of January 1, 2025 as previously planned, said Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Le Minh Ngan. 3 Vietnam Law | 05/04/2024 18:58 Nation ranks third in Southeast Asia in startup investment attraction Vietnam maintained its third position in the number of investment deals and regained the third place in terms of total investment in startups in Southeast Asia. That is notable information in the 2024 Technology and Innovation Investment Report released at the Vietnam Innovation Forum 2024 recently. 4 Vietnam news | 05/04/2024 15:57 PM urges resolve in face of challenges to achieve set goals Việt Nam's business environment ranking improved by 12 places, and the Global Innovation Index ranked Việt Nam 46th out of the 132 countries, up 2 spots. 5 Vietnam news | 05/04/2024 10:58 PM presides over Government’s regular meeting State budget collection rose 10.1 per cent year-on-year, completing 43.1 per cent of the yearly projection. 6 Vietnam news | 05/03/2024 21:46 Việt Nam, Ivory Coast further deepen friendship, cooperation Việt Nam values its friendship and cooperation with the Rally of Houphouëtists for Democracy and Peace (RHDP) and Ivory Coast 7 Vietnam news | 05/03/2024 21:43 Foreign minister meets with foreign leaders on sidelines of OECD Ministerial Council Meeting Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bùi Thanh Sơn had met with several countries' top diplomats in Paris on the sidelines of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)’s Ministerial Council Meeting on May 2-3. 8 Vietnam news | 05/03/2024 21:41 PM Phạm Minh Chính sends sympathy to China over landslide The landslide occurred in the Chayang section of the Meizhou-Dabu Expressway in Meizhou on early May 1. As of 3:30pm on May 2, the disaster had caused 48 deaths and 30 injuries. 9 Vietnam news | 05/03/2024 09:57 Foreign minister addresses first plenary session of OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2024 OECD should take the lead in promoting global cooperation, specifically in building a global innovative ecosystem that effectively harnesses the dual trends of green transition and digital transformation, with a focus on innovation, AI, and just energy transition. 10 Vietnam news | 05/02/2024 22:05 Việt Nam asks Cambodia to share detailed information on canal project The Cambodian side said the canal is designed to allow ships with a total load of up to 1,000 tonnes to pass through. Apart from three sluices, it will comprise 11 bridges, each measuring 161m long and 12m wide. 11 Vietnam news | 05/02/2024 21:36 Vietnamese, Cambodian navies convene 33rd experience sharing conference During the patrol process, the two countries' naval vessels regularly exchanged information on the maritime situation and related issues. They also conducted close observation and control of activities in the historical waters, thereby contributing to maintaining security and order, facilitating economic development of the two countries' coastal communities. 12 VietnamPlus | 05/02/2024 20:51 Vietnamese, Cambodian navies convene 33rd experience sharing conference The 33rd experience-sharing conference on joint patrol activities between Vietnam's Naval Region 5 and Cambodia's Ream Naval Base took place in the port city of Sihanoukville, the southwestern province of Preah Sihanouk of Cambodia on May 2. 13 VietnamPlus | 05/02/2024 19:12 Vuong Dinh Hue relieved from position of National Assembly Chairman General Secretary of the National Assembly (NA) Bui Van Cuong on May 2 issued a press release announcing the results of the 15th NA’s 7th extraordinary session. 14 Vietnam news | 05/02/2024 19:01 Lawmakers relieve Vương Đình Huệ from NA Chairman position Politburo member Trần Thanh Mẫn, Permanent NA Vice Chairman, has been assigned to steer the NA and NA Standing Committee’s activities after Huệ left the leading position. 15 Vietnam news | 05/02/2024 15:31 HCM City delegation visits Trường Sa island district, DK1 platform Since 2007, HCM City has organised 15 delegations consisting of more than 1,500 people to visit the Trường Sa island district and DK1 Platform. 16 Vietnam Law | 05/02/2024 11:57 15th NA member to face legal proceedings The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has agreed with the Procurator of the Supreme People's Procuracy’s proposal on launching legal proceedings against, detaining, and searching residences and workplace of Duong Van Thai, member of the 15th legislature, in accordance with law. 17 Vietnam news | 05/02/2024 10:44 15th NA deputy to face legal proceedings The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has issued a resolution agreeing with the Procurator of the Supreme People's Procuracy’s proposal on launching legal proceedings against Dương Văn Thái, member of the 15th legislature, in accordance with legal provisions. 18 VietnamPlus | 05/02/2024 10:31 📝 OP-ED: Vietnam’s human rights efforts recognised by international community With the view of “leaving no one behind”, the Party and the State always pay attention to improving people's living standards and their rights to enjoyment, and promoting and protecting human rights, along the cause of national development. 19 Vietnam Law | 05/02/2024 08:45 Square-fruit Malabar Almond trees on Ly Son Island In addition to boasting famous attractions such as Mount Thoi Loi, Hang Cau Cave, Bai Sau Beach, Hang Pagoda, and Duc Pagoda, Ly Son has also gained a new highlight: streets shaded by “bang vuong” or square-fruit Malabar Almond trees. 20 VietnamPlus | 05/02/2024 08:23 ☀️ Morning digest May 2 The following is a list of selected news summaries reported yesterday by the Vietnam News Agency. 1 2 3 4 5