Politics Prime Minister pushes construction of Nghi Son crude oil storage Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed the Vietnam National Industry - Energy Group (Petrovietnam) to work closely with relevant agencies and Thanh Hoa province to begin construction immediately, serving both the Nghi Son refinery and petrochemical plant and national reserves. 04/01/2026 15:44 | Vietnam Law Agro-forestry-fishery exports rise nearly 6 per cent in Q1 04/01/2026 14:36 | Vietnam Law Foreign Minister attends reception marking success of Workers’ Party of Korea Congress 04/01/2026 09:37 | Vietnam Law Vietnam steps up crackdown on IUU fishing, implementation of EC recommendations 04/01/2026 08:13 | Vietnam Law 1 Vietnam Law | 03/10/2026 15:29 Central Theoretical Council for 2026-2031 term established Party General Secretary To Lam noted that in recent years the Central Theoretical Council has made significant contributions to the Party’s theoretical research and development, particularly in clarifying the path toward socialism in Vietnam and contributing to the preparation of major Party documents, including those presented at national Party congresses. 2 Vietnam Law | 03/10/2026 14:51 Vietnam doubles down on green growth adapted to climate change Green growth, circular economy, and low-carbon economy are identified as cross-cutting orientations designed to drive deep structural economic reform; boost productivity, quality, efficiency, and national competitiveness. 3 Vietnam Law | 03/10/2026 14:47 Digital technology helps enhance transparency, trust in elections The use of technology in this election is not merely a short-term measure but reflects Ho Chi Minh City’s broader commitment to comprehensive digital transformation and smart urban governance, reinforcing public trust in the democratic process and administration. 4 Vietnam Law | 03/10/2026 09:30 Dong Thap promotes IUU awareness from start of fishing season Gia Thuan commune, located in the eastern part of the province, is a key fishing locality with 563 fishing vessels, including 423 offshore boats and 140 nearshore vessels, producing an average annual catch of over 42,970 tonnes of seafood. 5 Vietnam Law | 03/10/2026 05:50 Vietnamese, Kuwaiti PMs hold phone talks Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has commended Kuwait’s efforts and called on Kuwait and relevant countries to continue exercising restraint, promoting de-escalation efforts and seeking peaceful solutions based on respect for international law and the United Nations Charter, while ensuring the legitimate interests of all parties. 6 Vietnam Law | 03/08/2026 12:54 PM pays tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, martyrs contributing to Dien Bien Phu Victory At the Ho Chi Minh Memorial House within the E2 Hill historical site, PM Chinh and the delegation laid flowers and offered incense to commemorate and express their boundless gratitude to great President Ho Chi Minh – a national hero and a great man of culture - who dedicated his whole life to the country and the people. 7 Vietnam Law | 03/07/2026 12:31 Master plan on Da Nang International Airport released The central city of Da Nang has released a master plan for Da Nang International Airport for the 2021-30 period, with a vision extending to 2050. 8 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 23:34 Vietnam, EU step up implementation of Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung suggested that the two sides enhance mutual understanding and political trust, expand trade and investment ties and promote cooperation in science and technology. 9 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 17:17 Deputy PM urges early establishment of trading platforms at Int’l Financial Centre Trading platforms at the Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang city should be launched early and introduced to the global market, according to Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh. 10 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 15:20 Statutory criteria for NA, People’s Council deputies Criteria required for deputies to the National Assembly (NA) and People’s Councils are strictly prescribed by law, together with principles for allocating the number of deputies by electoral units. These regulations ensure representativeness, reasonable structure, and task performance facilitation for deputies. 11 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 11:05 Vietnam co-chairs 5th ASEAN–UK joint cooperation committee meeting In its capacity as the coordinator for ASEAN–UK relations, Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to ASEAN co-chaired the 5th meeting of the ASEAN–UK Joint Cooperation Committee in Jakarta on March 4, alongside the UK Mission to ASEAN. 12 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 09:00 Party chief calls for shift towards early prevention in inspection, supervision work Party General Secretary To Lam has called for a stronger shift in inspection and supervision toward early and afar prevention, focusing on controlling power during governance and identifying risks before violations occur. 13 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 08:22 2026 inspection-supervision decision for NA Party Committee's Standing Board announced A delegation of the Party Central Committee’s Politburo and Secretariat led by General Secretary To Lam on March 6 held a conference to announce the two bodies’ 2026 inspection and supervision decision for the Standing Board of the National Assembly (NA) Party Committee. 14 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 08:00 16th National Assembly election: a digital leap and a quest for NA deputy quality The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly marks a critical turning point, combining rigorous personnel procedures with digital transformation to enhance legislative quality, according to Nguyen Quang Huan, 15th National Assembly deputy and member of the NA's Science, Technology and Environment Committee. 15 Vietnam Law | 03/06/2026 08:00 16th National Assembly election: a digital leap and a quest for NA deputy quality The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly marks a critical turning point, combining rigorous personnel procedures with digital transformation to enhance legislative quality, according to Nguyen Quang Huan, 15th National Assembly deputy and member of the NA's Science, Technology and Environment Committee. 16 Vietnam Law | 03/05/2026 08:10 Vietnam, US eye stronger economic, trade ties Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang hosted a reception for Kerry Person, Vice President of Data Centre Planning at Amazon Web Services (AWS) - part of US-based e-commerce giant Amazon, on March 4 in Hanoi. 17 Vietnam Law | 03/04/2026 15:50 Party chief requests theoretical, practical foundations for strategic decisions in new phase Party General Secretary To Lam has emphasised that the commemoration of a century of the country under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and four decades of implementing the national development platform should not be viewed merely as chronological milestones. 18 Vietnam Law | 03/04/2026 07:25 Party chief holds working session with Party Central Committee's Office The Party Central Committee’s Office was tasked with making thorough and careful preparations for the upcoming session of the 14th Party Central Committee, including its agenda, documentation and necessary conditions for organisation. 19 Vietnam Law | 03/04/2026 07:10 No individual allowed to undermine national efforts to combat IUU fishing: PM Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has stressed that wrongdoings by any individual or organisation must not be allowed to affect the country’s overall efforts to have the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning lifted. 20 Vietnam Law | 03/04/2026 06:30 NA Chairman attends military enlistment camp in Ho Chi Minh City The event was regarded as a meaningful activity aimed at fostering solidarity, educating and inspiring young people, while strengthening their confidence and morale ahead of their enlistment. 4 5 6 7 8