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Prime Minister orders formation of US trade negotiation team by April 11

Vietnam forms trade negotiation team with US by April 11 following PM's directive.

Vietnam forms task force to recover assets in Van Thinh Phat case

Vietnam has formed an inter-agency task force to enforce court rulings and recover assets in the massive Van Thinh Phat corruption case, led by Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh.

Prime Minister: Deputy ministers to oversee each expressway project

Each major highway project will have a dedicated deputy minister to tackle challenges and ensure timely completion.

Vietnam’s rescue forces honored after Myanmar earthquake mission

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh praised Vietnam’s rescue teams returning from Myanmar, calling their humanitarian mission a reflection of the nation’s selfless and noble spirit.

Deputy PM orders urgent probe into deadly house fire in Tien Giang

Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh has called for an urgent investigation into a house fire in Tien Giang that killed four family members, while extending condolences and directing support.

Visa incentives proposed for celebrities and investors entering Vietnam

The government considers special visa policies for high-profile travelers to boost tourism and growth.

Vietnam considers remote work and extended leave for civil servants

The Ministry of Home Affairs proposes flexible working arrangements and more personal leave in its civil service reform.

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung celebrates Khmer New Year in Tra Vinh

During Chôl Chnăm Thmây, the Minister honors Khmer community contributions.

New reforms may link civil servant pay to private sector standards

In a bold move to improve efficiency, Vietnam may adopt job-based salaries, performance bonuses, and flexible retirement policies.

Government backs US$440mil. PPP plan to upgrade Chu Lai Airport

Vietnam’s construction ministry backs a plan for Quang Nam to oversee the Chu Lai Airport revamp via public-private partnership.

District-level officials aren’t always better than commune-level counterparts

There are many conflicting opinions on whether commune cadres will be able to handle the workload after the district level is abolished.

Vietnam targets one in four government leaders to be science and tech experts

The government has committed to raising the proportion of leaders with scientific and technical expertise to at least 25% across all public agencies.

Vietnam declares nine types of assets as state-owned under new law

A new government decree has clarified which assets fall under public ownership, including confiscated goods, unclaimed property, and PPP project transfers.

Vietnam considers replacing civil service grade system with job-based positions

A proposed legal overhaul could mark the end of the decades-old "civil service grades" in favor of a more flexible, role-based system.

Vietnam to pursue upgraded bilateral trade pact with the US

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has directed ministries and government agencies to begin formulating a bilateral agreement with the United States aimed at upgrading the existing Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA).

Vietnam sets October 31 deadline to eliminate makeshift housing nationwide

The Prime Minister has declared housing eradication a national mission, with over 100,000 units to be completed in 2025.

PM demands Ca Mau – Dat Mui expressway to break ground before September

Construction of Vietnam’s southernmost expressway will begin this year, aiming to boost regional connectivity and economic growth.

Over 22,000 government positions cut as Vietnam reforms public sector

Vietnam’s latest administrative reforms have reduced staffing across ministries and agencies by 20%, reflecting a push toward streamlined governance.

Government mulls four-lane upgrade for Yen Bai–Lao Cai expressway section

The Ministry of Construction has submitted a proposal to upgrade the Yen Bai–Lao Cai section of the Noi Bai–Lao Cai expressway to four lanes by 2025.

PM: Vietnam must unite and adapt to any US tariff scenario

At a national conference, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh urged strategic unity and flexibility to counter the economic challenges posed by new U.S. trade policies.