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The policy is designed to enhance security, particularly in cases where users lose their SIM cards but fail to promptly deactivate them, creating opportunities for fraud or illegal activities.
Vietnam's biometric surge powers digital banking overhaul
As the Party identified breakthroughs in science – technology and innovation as a key driver of national progress, the mastery and adoption of biometric technologies must go hand in hand with safeguarding public trust, data security, and citizens’ interests, all aligned with the people-first philosophy guiding the country's digital agenda.
Da Nang International Airport launches biometric priority lane for passengers
The biometric system, built on the VNeID platform, allows passengers to be identified through pre-verified biometric data, enabling faster and more secure processing throughout their journey.
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Int'l arrivals to Vietnam surpass 10 million in January-May 2026
Vietnam welcomed more than 10 million international visitors in the first five months of 2026, up 14.9% year-on-year, driven by a stable and safe environment, more open visa policies, enhanced tourism promotion, diverse tourism products and improving service quality.
Vietnam’s outbound investment up 2.5 times year-on-year
Vietnam’s outbound investment reached 794.6 million USD in January-May 2026, 2.5 times higher than a year earlier, with construction, energy supply, and transportation and warehousing accounting for the largest shares of overseas investment.
Search and recovery of fallen soldiers’ remains (as of June 9, 2026)
To fulfil the objectives of the 500-Day Campaign to accelerate the search, recovery and identification of fallen soldiers’ remains, the Ministry of Defence has assigned targets for the 2026–2027 period to relevant units.
New enterprise registrations up 42.1% in January–May 2026
Vietnam registered more than 94,800 new enterprises in January-May 2026, with total registered capital of nearly 1.07 quadrillion VND (approximately 41 billion USD), up 42.1% in number and 64.8% in capital year-on-year.
Total registered foreign investment in Vietnam rises by 34.9% in first five months of 2026
As of May 31, 2026, total registered foreign investment in Vietnam, including newly registered capital, adjusted registered capital, and the value of capital contributions and share purchases by foreign investors, reached 24.81 billion USD, up 34.9% compared with the same period last year.
Seven export items exceed 7 billion USD in first five months of 2026
In the first five months of 2026, seven export items recorded export turnover of more than 7 billion USD each, accounting for 69.3% of the country's total export value. Of these, electronics, computers and components ranked first, with export turnover reaching 56.187 billion USD.
Vietnam demonstrates strong responsibility towards international community
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has affirmed Vietnam's demonstration of a strong sense of responsibility to the international community through its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Trade turnover up 25% in first five months of 2026
Vietnam’s total trade turnover hit 445.12 billion USD in the first five months of 2026, marking a 25% increase from a year earlier. Exports grew 19.5%, while imports surged 30.8% year-on-year.
Hanoi’s century plan: Advancing modern, standardised education network
Hanoi’s 100-year master plan, approved under Decision No. 2512/QD-UBND, sets out to modernise and standardise education infrastructure, prioritising high-demand urban and industrial areas while aiming to eliminate school shortages.
Hanoi eyes global megacity status by 2085
Hanoi has approved a master plan with a 100-year vision, setting the course for the capital’s long-term development through 2085 and beyond.
Vietnam's manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index hits three-month high in May
The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 52.8 in May, up from 50.5 in April and reaching its highest since February.
Thang Long-Hanoi Festival 2026: Where traditions and creativity converge
Running from September 11-20, the Thang Long-Hanoi Festival is envisioned to become a signature cultural brand for Hanoi, contributing to the realisation of cultural development goals in line with key resolutions of the Government and Hanoi in the new era.
Key development targets for Ho Chi Minh City through 2075
The Politburo issued Resolution No. 09-NQ/TW on building and developing Ho Chi Minh City in the new era on May 19. This landmark document carries historic significance, defining an especially important political mission not only for the city’s Party organisation and administration, but also for the entire political system nationwide.
Building and developing Ho Chi Minh City in the new era
The Politburo issued Resolution No. 09-NQ/TW on building and developing Ho Chi Minh City in the new era on May 19. This landmark document carries historic significance, defining an especially important political mission not only for the city’s Party organisation and administration, but also for the entire political system nationwide.
Party chief calls for stronger development of traditional medicine in new era
General Secretary and State President To Lam has stressed the need to preserve and promote the value of traditional medicine, describing it as an important part of the national healthcare system and a driver for sustainable development, eco-tourism and poverty reduction in the new era.
Vietnam win two gold medals at 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships
Vietnam secured two gold medals in the poomsae events at the 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships in Mongolia, alongside two silvers and five bronzes, highlighting the team’s strong performance at the continental tournament.
Keynote address by top Vietnamese leader at 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address at the opening of the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
Vietnamese students shine at 2026 Asian Physics Olympiad
Vietnam ranked among the top eight teams at the 26th Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO 2026), with all eight Vietnamese contestants winning medals, according to the Ministry of Education and Training on May 24.
Five localities ranked among top performers in Provincial Competitiveness Index 2025
The Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) 2025 ranking showed that no locality was rated “Very Good” in governance quality, with most localities scoring in the average and fairly good categories.
Vietnam, Thailand further strengthen comprehensive strategic partnership
At the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his spouse, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation are paying an official visit to Thailand from May 27 to 29, 2026. This marks the first visit to Thailand by General Secretary and State President To Lam, taking place as the two countries celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations (August 6, 1976 – 2026).
