Hanoi (VNA) – The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
- Party General Secretary To Lam has urged Nhan Dan (People) newspaper to serve as a “vanguard”, a “shield,” and a sharp, agile “sensor station” for capturing, disseminating, and guiding public information.
In a keynote address at a ceremony in Hanoi marking the 75th anniversary of the newspaper’s first issue on March 11, General Secretary Lam highlighted its more than seven decades of evolution while maintaining its role as the Party’s sharp ideological weapon, an effective information and communication channel for Party committees and authorities at all levels, and a trusted platform for Party members and people. Read full story
- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has demanded developing a "silver economy" with harmonious cultural, political, economic and social progress that turns the burden of ageing into an economic development opportunity, while chairing the national conference on global "silver economy" trends and Vietnam’s policy response on March 11.
Vietnam officially entered the ageing population phase in 2011, with the number of elderly people rising rapidly. In 2024, the country had about 14.2 million people aged 60 and above, a figure projected to approach 18 million by 2030. The demographic shift presents both challenges and opportunities. While it places increasing pressure on the social welfare system, it also serves as a driving force for seeking a new growth model to achieve fast and sustainable development. Therefore, developing the "silver economy" is an inevitable trend, with older persons not regarded as a social burden but as a valuable resource for national development, said officials at the meeting. Read full story
- Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha met with UNDP Resident Representative Ramla Khalidi and WHO Representative in Vietnam Angela Pratt in Hanoi on March 11 to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in improving air pollution and addressing air quality in Vietnam.
Highlighting Vietnam’s close partnership with the two UN agencies, Deputy PM Ha highly appreciated their important contributions to the country’s development over the years, particularly in policy consultation, institutional reform and promoting sustainable development initiatives. Read full story
- Nearly 9.7 million voters in Ho Chi Minh City have been registered to take part in the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 tenure, according to the municipal Election Committee.
The committee convened its eighth meeting on March 11 under the presidency of Vo Van Minh, Chairman of the municipal People’s Council and head of the city’s Election Committee. Read full story
- Vietnamese technology group FPT Corporation is strengthening its presence in France as part of its strategy to expand operations in Europe, with a focus on innovation and partnerships with major French corporations.
Vietnamese Ambassador to France Trinh Duc Hai and a delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy visited FPT’s office in the La Défense area of Paris on March 10. Read full story
- Vietnamese enterprises are showcasing coffee and processed food products at the 40th edition of the International Food and Hospitality Fair (AAHAR) in India, aiming to expand partnerships and tap opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic consumer markets.
Vietnamese companies are drawing attention at the fair, that opened on March 10 with a variety of products, including coffee, processed foods and fruit-based beverages. Participating firms include Trung Nguyen Legend Group, FES Group and Nam Viet Food and Beverage JSC. Read full story./.
☕ Afternoon briefing on March 10
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
