Politics Top leader urges Vinacomin to become modern energy, materials industrial group To make sure the restructuring delivers a genuine shift in Vinacomin’s development model, Party General Secretary and President To Lam called for the urgent completion of a substantive, tightly focused restructuring plan for the 2026-2030 period. 07/29/2026 21:14 | Vietnam Law NA Standing Committee debates revisions to real estate business law 07/29/2026 21:03 | Vietnam Law Vietnam advances proactive, comprehensive approach to national security 07/29/2026 14:39 | Vietnam Law 500-day-and-night campaign: 1,488 martyrs’ remains recovered 07/29/2026 10:48 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam news | 11/14/2025 14:40 Clear responsibilities required for compensation, resettlement and relocation of heritage sites for Gia Bình Airport: NA Gia Bình Airport project aligns with the national master plan for 2025-2030, with a vision to 2050; the master plan on the development of Việt Nam’s international airport network for the same period; the Gia Bình airport master plan; and Bắc Ninh Province’s planning framework. 2 Vietnam Law | 11/14/2025 11:40 Vietnam, US continue technical round of negotiations on balanced, fair reciprocal trade agreement Both sides agreed to maintain close coordination and intensify exchanges among their technical groups to advance negotiations in line with the guidance of senior leaders and the two ministers, with the aim of soon concluding a new framework for bilateral trade cooperation. 3 Vietnam news | 11/14/2025 10:46 PM’s visit to Kuwait to open new development phase for bilateral ties: Ambassador Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính’s official visit to Kuwait marks a major step toward elevating Việt Nam–Kuwait relations after 16 years. The trip aims to strengthen political trust, expand economic ties and open new avenues for regional cooperation with the GCC. 4 Vietnam news | 11/14/2025 10:10 Việt Nam, Czech Republic advance newly upgraded strategic partnership A high-level delegation from the Hồ Chí Minh National Academy of Politics has wrapped up a working visit to the Czech Republic, opening new avenues for cooperation in digital transformation, governance and education. 5 Vietnam Law | 11/14/2025 09:18 Lawmakers debate draft laws on public employees, e-commerce The 15th National Assembly (NA) on November 14 are looking into the Government’s proposal and a verification report on the investment policy for the Gia Binh International Airport project, along with a video presentation introducing the project, as part of its ongoing 10th session. 6 Vietnam Law | 11/14/2025 09:15 Vietnamese, Chinese Party communication bodies to maintain regular cooperation The two commissions will boost theory and ideology exchanges and communication about the traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation achievements between the two Parties, countries, and peoples, while enhancing collaboration among their media agencies and mass organizations, especially among the younger generations. 7 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 22:10 Lao Party, State attach great importance to nurturing special solidarity with Việt Nam: Lao PM Việt Nam's Deputy Prime Minister Hồ Đức Phớc is on a working visit to Laos. 8 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 21:41 Vietnamese, Jordanian foreign ministers plan next steps following King’s visit Vietnamese leaders have praised King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein’s recent official visit to Việt Nam. 9 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 21:29 Lawmakers discuss regulations to protect children on e-commerce platforms Several National Assembly deputies called for stronger measures to protect the rights and safety of children on e-commerce platforms during a discussion in Hà Nội. 10 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 21:17 Việt Nam, Laos step up press cooperation The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) and Lao News Agency (KPL) have signed a professional cooperation agreement for 2026–30. 11 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 21:00 57 Vietnamese citizens repatriated from Cambodia Most of the returnees had either illegally exited Việt Nam or worked without proper permits in Cambodia. 12 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 20:58 PM to attend G20 Summit in South Africa, pay official visits to Kuwait, Algeria The summit will take place during November 16-24, along with other bilateral activities. 13 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 20:36 Nguyễn Đức Trung elected Chairman of Hà Nội People’s Committee Trung held a series of key positions, including Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the People’s Committee of Nghệ An Province, and Secretary of the Nghệ An Provincial Party Committee. 14 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 18:17 Việt Nam, Cambodia continue enhancing border defence cooperation The second Việt Nam–Cambodia Border Defence Exchange Programme was a key 2025 defence diplomacy event, strengthening friendship and promoting effective cooperation among border forces, authorities and residents. 15 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 18:16 Việt Nam approves 2026 development plan with 10 per cent growth target The National Assembly has approved a development plan that aims to deliver double-digit economic growth, expand manufacturing, and push ahead with institutional reforms. 16 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 18:15 Long Thành Int'l Airport to become both aviation hub and growth catalyst: Party chief Once completed, Long Thành International Airport in Đồng Nai Province is expected to ease congestion at HCM City's Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport, boosting regional connectivity and affirming Việt Nam’s geostrategic position on the Asia-Pacific aviation map. 17 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 17:14 Jordan’s King concludes official visit to Việt Nam King Abdullah II affirmed Jordan’s desire to promote comprehensive cooperation with Việt Nam, especially between the private sectors of both countries. 18 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 17:00 Việt Nam urges stronger support for its investors in Laos Both sides reached consensus on several major cooperation areas and groups of solutions for specific projects. They are actively reviewing the outcomes of the 47th meeting of the Việt Nam–Laos Intergovernmental Committee in preparation for its upcoming session. 19 Vietnam Law | 11/13/2025 15:36 NA adopts 2026 socio-economic development plan, targets growth of at least 10 percent The 15th National Assembly on November 13 approved a Resolution on Vietnam’s socio-economic development plan for 2026, setting 15 major targets, including a gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate of 10 percent or higher. 20 Vietnam news | 11/13/2025 12:11 Young Vietnamese, Cambodian officers engage in friendship exchange Over the years, the governments, armed forces and peoples of Việt Nam and Cambodia have effectively implemented bilateral cooperation agreements, treaties and regulations, helping to ensure territorial sovereignty and security-order along their shared border, 104 105 106 107 108