Border guard steps up efforts against IUU fishing
Despite dark nights and rough seas, ships of Border Guard Flotilla 48 set sail for their missions offshore.
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The People’s Court of Ca Mau province held two mobile trials in Song Doc commune on November 12, tackling cases of related to the organisation of illegal exit and the unlawful cross-border transport of goods, both linked to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities.
Dong Thap steps up efforts to lift IUU fishing
With a 32km coastline and a fishing fleet of more than 1,500 vessels, the Mekong delta province of Dong Thap has rolled out robust and coordinated measures to tackle illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The efforts have shown positive results, with no local IUU violations recorded since early 2024.
Da Nang strengthens efforts to combat IUU fishing
Thanks to early detection, strict monitoring, and strong cooperation between forces, Da Nang has recorded no cases of local vessels violating foreign waters since 2023, marking steady progress toward the removal of the EC’s "yellow card"
Ninh Binh province strictly deals with IUU violations
Local authorities have strictly prohibited “three-no” fishing vessels — those without registration, technical inspection or licences — from setting sail, while intensifying enforcement against other violations in fishing.
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Local leaders must be held accountable for IUU fishing violations
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 16 chaired the 26th meeting of the National Steering Committee for Combating Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, underscoring that Secretaries of Party Committees and Chairpersons of People’s Committees at all levels must bear direct responsibility if IUU fishing violations occur in their localities.
Vietnam records 20 5 billion USD trade surplus in 11 months
Vietnam enjoyed a trade surplus of 20.5 billion USD in the first 11 months of this year, the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance unveiled on December 6.
PM directs review of ground-breaking, inauguration procedures for major projects
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has instructed relevant agencies to thoroughly review procedures for ground-breaking and inauguration ceremonies for projects celebrating the 14th National Party Congress, in line with regulations.
Da Nang ramps up vessel monitoring to curb IUU fishing
Da Nang currently has 4,037 fishing vessels, all of which have completed registration and been updated on the VNFishbase system. Of these, more than 70 vessels that do not meet the requirements for registration and fishing licences have been reviewed and assigned to grassroots authorities for management.
Law on Artificial Intelligence: Paving the way for technological breakthroughs
The National Assembly of Vietnam’s formal passage of the Law on Artificial Intelligence has established a unified legal framework for the development, application and governance of AI in the country, placing Vietnam among the first nations worldwide to adopt a dedicated law on artificial intelligence.
First technical flight lands at Long Thanh International Airport
A Boeing 787 from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City touched down at Long Thanh International Airport in Dong Nai province at 3:58 pm on December 15, marking the success of the new airport’s first technical flight ahead of its official opening scheduled for December 19.
Replica of President Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house inaugurated in Thailand
After eight months of construction, the first project under the expansion of the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site in Udon Thani province, northeastern Thailand, was inaugurated on December 14.
PM hails People’s Public Security Force for taking lead in digital transformation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has hailed the People’s Public Security Force for leading the restructuring of the three-tier organisational model, advancing national digital platforms and digital transformation
Party leader presses Hanoi to fast-track transport infrastructure to tackle congestion, pollution
Party General Secretary To Lam on December 15 called on Hanoi to speed up transport infrastructure projects to ease congestion, improve safety, and reduce pollution, while meeting with voters from 11 wards in the capital.
Smart traffic control centre officially launched in Hanoi
The Hanoi Municipal Police Department has officially put the city’s smart traffic control centre into operation, enabling the electronic handling of administrative violations related to traffic order and road safety.
PM requests greater efforts to operate Long Thanh International Airport on schedule
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 14 called on teams to accelerate the construction of the Long Thanh International Airport in the southern province of Dong Nai to make it ready for the first flight on December 19 and commercial operations in the first half of 2026.
Electronic medical records mark key step in healthcare digitalisation
Aiming to build smart hospitals that deliver practical benefits for medical staff and patients, the Vinh Long provincial health sector has rolled out electronic medical records across all medical examination and treatment facilities.
Durian export revenue grows to fresh new highs
Durian has set a new record, raking in over 3.33 billion USD in export value during the first 10 months of this year, a 10.4% jump compared to the same period last year, according to customs data.
Quang Tri promotes sustainable fisheries to combat IUU fishing
With more than 191 km of coastline and over 8,000 fishing vessels, Quang Tri province is strengthening measures to work closely with fishermen and fishing grounds to prevent all IUU (illegal, unreported and unregulated) fishing violations and move towards sustainable marine resource exploitation.
Vietnam’s economy set to maintain solid recovery through 2026–2027: OECD
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has revised upward its medium-term outlook for Vietnam, projecting GDP growth of 6.2% for 2026 and 5.8% for 2027, according to its latest global economic outlook.
Gov’t leader outlines three strategic orientations, six key tasks for judicial reforms
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh laid out three strategic orientations and six key tasks for the Ministry of Justice while chairing a nationwide hybrid conference in Hanoi on December 13 to review its performance in 2025 and the 2021-2025 term, chart a course for the 2026-2030 tenure and launch tasks for 2026.
Ornamental kumquat and pomelo hub prepares for Tet
With just over two months until the 2025 Lunar New Year, Van Giang commune in Hung Yen province, the North’s well-known centre for ornamental kumquat and pomelo trees, is entering its peak season.
Hanoi posts sharp rise in visitors, revenue
Hanoi’s tourism industry continued its strong upward momentum in November, attracting 2.5 million visitors, with international arrivals jumping 25% and domestic tourism rising 10%, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Quang Ninh develops eco-tourism across its heritage landscape
The northeast province of Quang Ninh is blessed with mountains, forests, seas, and thousands of islands, forming a stunning landscapes and ecosystems.
Breakthrough under Resolution 57: Vietnam to finalise licensing for satellite-based Internet trials
The National Assembly’s Resolution 193, issued to implement the Politburo’s Resolution 57 on breakthroughs in science-technology development, innovation and national digital transformation, marks an important institutional step in modernising Vietnam’s telecommunications landscape.
