Vietnam’s Government members for 2026–2031 term
National Assembly approves appointments of Deputy PMs, Ministers, Government members
Top leader signs decision ratifying Hanoi Convention
Vietnam sees ample opportunities in AI-powered economy
The “Vietnam AI Economy 2025” report, released by the National Innovation Centre, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Boston Consulting Group, puts hard numbers on the opportunity for the first time. It forecasts that AI could add up to 130 billion USD to Vietnam’s GDP by 2040, equivalent to roughly 25% of the country’s current economy.
National strategy on innovative start-ups unveiled
By 2030, the strategy targets a total of 5 million business entities, including at least 10,000 innovative start-ups.
NA Chairman presents resolutions approving heads of NA deputies’ delegations
One of the resolutions was handed over to Nguyen Duy Ngoc, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission, who is an NA deputy of Hanoi, to transfer his activities from the Hanoi delegation to that of Can Tho city.
☕ Afternoon briefing on April 8
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
Tran Duc Thang appointed as Secretary of Hanoi Party Committee
Tran Duc Thang, Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee for the 2025–2030 term, pledged to uphold unity within the municipal Party Committee, promote innovation and dynamism, and accelerate economic growth while ensuring sustainability and balanced development across economic, cultural, social and environmental pillars.
Top leader presents appointment decisions for Government members for 2026–2031 term
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam presented the Politburo's decisions designating the Government Party Committee, its Standing Board, Secretary and Deputy Secretaries of the Government Party Committee to PM Hung and other standing members of the committee.
Congratulatory message sent to Lao front leader on Bunpimay festival
Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front’s Central Committee, sent a congratulatory letter to Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune, Politburo member, and President of the Lao Front for National Development’s Central Committee, on the occasion of Laos’ traditional New Year festival Bunpimay (Buddhist Era 2569).
PM to head Central Emulation and Commendation Council
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung will serve as Chairman of the Central Council for Emulation and Commendation.
Heads of Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission, Office named
Nguyen Duy Ngoc, Politburo member, Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee, was appointed as the Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission, while Nguyen Hai Ninh, member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Party Committee and Minister of Justice for the 2021-2026 term, was appointed as the new Chief of the Party Central Committee’s Office.
Senior Party leader's Cambodia visit expected to promote comprehensive cooperation to new height
Uch Leang noted that the visit goes beyond a routine diplomatic activity and carries profound strategic value, helping to further consolidate ties between the two ruling Parties and promote all-round collaboration.
Travel
Vietnam – a safe destination amid global uncertainties
Ha Long Carnival 2026 set for April 25–May 3
Travel expos emerge as key channel to promote Vietnam’s tourism
Vietnam, China promote AI application in cross-border tourism cooperation
Ho Chi Minh City steps up to connect, steer Vietnam’s tourism flows
Culture - Sports
Vietnamese painters shine with “Thousand-Mile Journey” award in Paris
Project on digital transformation in cultural sector approved
Bringing Vietnamese culture, art values closer to international friends
Badminton players seek Asian championship medals in China
Vietnamese esports club to join 2026 Esports Foundation Club Partner Programme
Environment
Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City to begin motorcycle emissions testing from July 2027
After the two major cities in 2027, the scheme will expand to other cities from July 1, 2028, and to the remaining provinces from July 1, 2030.
Vietnam launches 13 mln USD project to phase out ozone-depleting substances
Four rare species found in Than Sa – Phuong Hoang Nature Reserve
Health
Bayer, Long Chau join force to advance stroke prevention and management at National Health Day 2026
Bayer Vietnam, in strategic partnership with FPT Long Chau Pharmacy Chain and Vaccination Centre, took part in the 2026 National Health Day event at Thong Nhat Park in Hanoi on April 5, joinning a wide range of stakeholders in advancing public health awareness and preventive care across the country.
Vietnam backs global One Health commitments at Lyon summit
Vietnam emerges as “One Health” frontrunner in disease control
World
Russian media: Vietnam’s leadership consolidation boosts governance efficiency
A series of Russian news agencies and television channels on April 7 widely reported on the decision, which they said reflects an important shift in Vietnam’s governance model toward greater consolidation of leadership and improved policy execution capacity.
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