Initial success has been achieved as people now understand that the overhaul will save public expenditure, foster more balanced development and enable the formation of new economic hubs. The ultimate goal is to develop digital government, smart smart cities, integrated economic zones and flexible administrative models that offer faster, more transparent public services, saving time and costs for both citizens and businesses.

Overseas Vietnamese have shown interest in investing and supporting the homeland’s development. If administrative procedures are simplified, they will have greater motivation to return and take part in building the country.

The truck overturning caused hundreds of steel box beams on the vehicle's cargo bed to spill onto the road, severely deforming the cabin.

Trần Phước Vĩnh, 25, and Trương Văn Thọ, 24, are accused of committing online fraud to take the assets of Vietnamese nationals living abroad.

Police in HCM City have arrested a business couple for allegedly producing and distributing 70,000 counterfeit bottles of Eagle Brand Medicated Oil, a popular medicated product imported from Singapore.

In Hà Nội, efforts to promote digital literacy are bridging generations. At a primary school in the rural district of Đông Anh, students are diving into robotics and codes through hands-on classes, building animated robots. Meanwhile, in Cầu Giấy District, elderly residents are learning to use smartphones and AI applications for everyday activities like communication, shopping, and entertainment. These initiatives show how both young and old in Việt Nam are being empowered to thrive in the digital era.

From 1 July, foreign nationals living in Việt Nam can register for Level-2 electronic identification accounts via the VNeID app, allowing easier access to digital public services, streamlined administrative procedures and enhanced residency management under a nationwide initiative by the Ministry of Public Security.

After being officially recognised as a new rural district in 2020, Thường Tín set its sights on higher standards. Just four years later, thanks to tireless efforts by local authorities and residents, the district has now been acknowledged as an advanced new rural area, with several standout achievements.

During the congress, delegates reached consensus on the strategic direction and priorities for the coming term, with a strong emphasis on enhancing people-to-people diplomacy.

From spring rolls to silk tunics, Vietnamese peacekeepers in South Sudan are using cultural diplomacy to build connections beyond the clinic.

The court on Monday sentenced Ngân to 13 years and 3 months in prison for human trafficking, trafficking of persons under 16, and organising illegal entry.

Police have identified several major scam tactics targeting Vietnamese citizens.

As Việt Nam moves towards universal health coverage, the Government is exploring a phased approach to hospital fee exemptions. Rather than offering completely free healthcare, the policy aims to reduce out-of-pocket spending and improve access through the national health insurance system.

Following Party General Secretary Tô Lâm’s directions at the ceremony, the Vietnamese Embassy in China and other Vietnamese representative agencies abroad would work closely with local authorities, agencies, and mass organisations. The goal is to build a streamlined, modern administrative system that better serves both domestic and overseas Vietnamese (OV) communities.

The national children's hospital has treated 66 abuse victims in 2024 alone, with sexual abuse accounting for nearly 29 per cent of cases.

This is the era of those who are willing to take bold actions, make decisions, and serve the nation. Việt Nam does not choose the easy path but the right path.

Nhân Dân Gia Định Hospital in HCM City has coordinated with the National Organ Transplant Coordination Centre and major hospitals to perform organ retrieval and transplantation, saving three critically ill patients.

The demand for social housing in the province is projected to reach approximately 119,000 units by 2030 and around 159,000 units by 2050.

According to the Ministry of Health, Việt Nam recorded 22,974 cases and five deaths related to dengue across multiple provinces in the first five months of 2025.

Over five months, the contest received enthusiastic participation, especially from overseas Vietnamese who had visited Trường Sa on homeland sea border trips. Submissions included poems, essays, and paintings expressing love for the seas and islands and deep admiration for the dedication of naval officers protecting Việt Nam’s maritime sovereignty.