In the Hanoi Capital Master Plan with a 100-year vision, culture is identified as the core value underpinning the entire plan, serving as an endogenous resource, a source of soft power, and a driving force for the capital city's sustainable development strategy.
Registering residence, applying for an electronic visa (e-Visa), obtaining an electronic identity account or completing administrative procedures online can now all be done conveniently in the digital environment. For many foreigners, these changes have made it easier to enter, live and work in Vietnam while also reflecting the initial results of implementing the Politburo's Resolution No. 57.
Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW, issued by the Politburo in 2026 on the development of the foreign-invested sector, identifies foreign direct investment (FDI) as “an important component of the national economy” and “a key driver of economic development and international integration.”
Science and technology are playing an increasingly important role in identifying fallen soldiers' remains. In particular, next-generation gene sequencing technologies have opened new possibilities by significantly improving the ability to identify severely degraded DNA samples.
Minister of Ethnic and Religious Affairs Nguyen Dinh Khang said digital technology and AI are transforming religious practices by enabling online participation and supporting heritage preservation. At the same time, they require stronger legal education, improved digital literacy among religious dignitaries and followers, and monitoring and enforcement against online violations.
The SBV has proposed amendments to Decree 52/2024/ND-CP on cashless payment, allowing banks to close accounts that have remained inactive for at least three years since their last transaction unless otherwise agreed between the banks and the customers.
Success will increasingly be measured by whether foreign investment brings technology, develops local talent, establishes research and development (R&D) capability, and integrates Vietnamese enterprises more deeply into global value chains, according to HSBC.
According to the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance, total retail sales of goods and consumer service revenue in July were estimated at 669.1 trillion VND (over 25.45 billion USD), up 0.9% from June and 14.5% year-on-year.
End-to-end electronic processing rates have climbed to 91.7% for outgoing documents and 93.8% for incoming ones, the highest nationwide. The rate of administrative procedures handled entirely online has surged to roughly 97–99% at present from 89.65% as of July 1, 2025
The Cai Mep Ha Free Trade Zone (FTZ) is emerging as a strategic project of special importance, expected to become the city's gateway to global markets and a new growth engine in a new era of development.
The model not only creates distinctive visitor experiences but also enables local people to benefit directly from tourism, while contributing to cultural preservation and environmental protection.
Findings from the “Voice of Vietnamese Children 2026” survey, conducted by the MSD, show that 98% of participating children use the Internet, highlighting the central role of the online environment in learning, entertainment, communication and self-expression.
Ho Chi Minh City is entering a new phase of development with the ambition of becoming a green, modern and smart global metropolis, in line with the spirit of the Politburo's Resolution No. 09 on building and developing the city in a new era.
One year after the implementation of the two-tier local administration model, Vietnamese localities are entering a phase focused on improving governance quality, utilising resources, and translating institutional changes into substantive development momentum.
Digital technology is showcasing the World Cultural Heritage site of My Son Sanctuary, enabling visitors to experience its historical and cultural significance while supporting long-term conservation. The site's authenticity is being preserved through scientific restoration and digital transformation, enhancing the visitor experience, and promoting sustainable tourism.
The robust growth of the marine economy has created significant opportunities for Vietnam while at the same time posing major challenges to marine environment protection. From coastal aquaculture areas and renowned tourist bays to marine protected areas rich in biodiversity, traces of plastic waste, land-based pollution and unsustainable exploitation remain visible every day.
Vietnam possesses an exceptionally rich tourism offering. From the mist-covered mountains of the North to the turquoise beaches of the central region and the fertile waterways of the South, each destination presents its own distinctive charm, attracting both domestic and international visitors and contributing to the diverse appeal of the country's tourism sector.
On June 5, 2026, the 38th session of the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB-ICC 38) officially designated Vietnam's Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park as a member of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR). The recognition marks another milestone in the country's conservation efforts, bringing its total number of UNESCO-designated World Biosphere Reserves to 12.
To establish a breakthrough institutional framework for the city’s development in the new era, the resolution calls for the formulation and enactment of a Special Urban Law.
Vietnam has identified that strategic technologies with strong spillover effects are key areas for investment and development. These technologies help enhance self-reliance, create national competitive advantages, ensure national defence and security, and promote sustainable socio-economic development
First recognised by UNESCO on April 12, 2018, the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark in the northern province of Cao Bang is a land shaped by more than 500 million years of geological history. Covering over 3,683 sq.km and encompassing all or part of 36 communes and wards, the geopark is home to numerous scenic landscapes, as well as historical and cultural sites of exceptional value.
Quang Tri is sitting on a gold mine of history, culture, and wild nature, and it’s finally cashing in. The province is rolling out a slew of long-term acts to turn its good looks and deep past into a professional, cash-spinning tourism machine.
Ho Chi Minh City currently hosts 143 science and technology enterprises, accounting for around 20% of the national total. Total factor productivity (TFP) contributes 59% to the city’s GRDP growth, with science and technology responsible for 74% of TFP growth.
With digital transformation accelerating worldwide, using science and technology – especially artificial intelligence (AI) – has shifted from being a choice to a vital necessity for the tourism industry.
Only when legal obstacles are eliminated, a culture that protects initiative and responsible decision-making is established, and transparent standards are embedded, will capital genuinely become the driving force that enables the country to make a breakthrough in the new era.
The synchronisation between the fiscal and monetary wheels plays a crucial role in ensuring liquidity and fostering new growth drivers.
Hanoi is expediting the development of a plan to establish a low-emission zone (LEZ) within Ring Road 1 to align with its environmental protection goals and sustainable urban development agenda.
Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW of the Politburo underscores the pivotal role of physical exercise and sports as a breakthrough solution, shifting the mindset from “treatment” to “proactive health protection and improvement.”
