Women account for 63% of the labour force and are involved in the ownership of 51% of businesses, underscoring their growing role in Vietnam’s socio-economic development and global integration.
A resolution by United Nations acknowledging Laos’ eligibility for graduating from the group of least developed countries (LDCs) in 2026 reflects international recognition of the country’s sustained efforts and achievements over the past five decades under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP).
Since the start of the current term, the Government has convened 41 thematic sessions on law-making, giving opinions on more than 215 draft laws, ordinances, resolutions and legislative policy dossiers; and submitting 179 legal documents to the National Assembly for consideration and adoption—more than double the number recorded during the 14th National Assembly term.
As Da Nang welcomes the Lunar New Year 2026, the city has entered the Tet peak season with strong signs of recovery. Tourism and services remain key growth drivers, helping to fuel socio-economic development.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has approved the National Target Programme on New-style Rural Area Development, Sustainable Poverty Reduction and Socio-economic Development in Ethnic Minority and Mountainous Areas for 2026–2035, with Phase I to be implemented from now to 2030.
Representatives of local agencies and businesses shared information to help overseas Vietnamese delegates explore Ninh Binh’s potential and opportunities for investment, business and cooperation, thereby contributing to the province’s socio-economic development and the country’s overall growth.
For 2026, eight international cruise ships have scheduled visits to Khanh Hoa, including those from Italy, France, Malta, Bermuda and the Bahamas, reflecting growing global interest in the destination.
By 2027 around 60% of leaders, managers, civil servants and public employees in relevant ministries and localities will acquire basic knowledge of nuclear energy development and application. In parallel, the professional capacity of reporters, editors and information officers covering the sector will be strengthened.
Many Vietnamese students and researchers studying in China have voiced firm confidence and high expectations for strategic decisions emerging from the ongoing 14th National Party Congress, viewing them as key to sustaining rapid and sustainable development as Vietnam enters a new era.
The rapid digital transformation has encouraged farmers in Lao Cai to adopt information technology, social media, and e-commerce in production and business activities, generating a stable source of income.
Among its goals, Laos aims to develop an independent and self-reliant economy by capitalising on the country’s potential and advantages, thus ensuring stable, sustainable, and quality economic growth.
Laos’ gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by an average of at least 6% annually. GDP per capita is targeted to reach 3,104 USD by 2030, while gross national income (GNI) per capita is projected to rise to 2,914 USD.
The Mekong Delta holds strategic importance in politics, socio-economic development, defence, security, ecology and external relations, serving as Vietnam’s southern gateway, and closely linked to national development and sovereignty safeguarding, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has said.
Prof. Dr. Tran Dai Lam, Director of the Institute of Materials Science at the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology (VAST), emphasised that intellectuals should nurture national responsibility and ambition, be ready to take on challenges, evaluate research outcomes by international standards, and engage in collaboration across different sectors.
The investment aims to develop the Gia Binh International Airport to international standards as a smart, green, and sustainable next-generation facility, meeting socio-economic development, supporting dual-use operations, ensuring security and defence, and hosting important diplomatic events, including the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting 2027.
Over the past period, the Government has taken strong and comprehensive actions, achieving significant progress in many areas. Numerous tasks have been completed with results described as “highly commendable,” while some issues have seen initial improvements and others require continued attention in the coming time.
Under the resolution, the total state budget revenue for 2026 is projected at nearly 2.53 quadrillion VND (about 96 billion USD), including 1.22 quadrillion VND for the central budget and 1.3 quadrillion VND for local budgets.
The 15th National Assembly (NA) on November 13 approved a Resolution on Vietnam’s socio-economic development plan for 2026, setting 15 major targets, including a gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate of 10% or higher.
The 5th national culture and business forum is scheduled for December 21 in Hanoi under the theme “Vietnamese Business Culture – Shaping from breakthrough mindset in the new era.”
After more than a year of implementing the 2024 Land Law and guidance documents, the new policies have yielded initial positive results, helping unlock land resources for socio-economic development. However, as new development requirements are arising in the new period, it is necessary to issue an NA resolution to continue institutionalising the Party's viewpoints and directions while tackling certain challenges.