

The Government is seeking the legislature’s approval for the allocation of 36.689 trillion VND (1.46 billion USD) from public investment funds already earmarked for the Ministry of Transport to the Vietnam Expressway Corporation (VEC) for the 2024-2026 period.
The Chinese scholar said the achievements that the two countries have obtained over the past 75 years will further promote the cooperation between the two parties, countries and their people, enhancing the living standards of their citizens and increasing both countries' influence in the region and the world.
The first prize in the article category was awarded to the piece titled “Bau vat truyen doi tu dan ong rung” (Beeswax: a timeless treasure from wild bees) by the authors Quynh Trang, Bang Cao, Luong Thu Huong, while the first prize for the photo report went to An Thanh Dat for his work titled “Doc dao vat cau nuoc lang Van ” (the unique mud ball wrestling festival in Van village).
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha's reception for Vice President of Türkiye's IC ICTAS Group Reha Denemec, Vietnam's expectation to export over 7.5 million tonnes of rice this year, and the FDI attraction prospect in the southeast key economic region are some of news highlights on February 17.
The National Assembly (NA) on February 17 passed the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on the Organisation of the NA, under which the term extraordinary session is changed to irregular session.
Tran Quoc Nam, Chairman of the Ninh Thuan provincial People's Committee and head of the provincial delegation of NA deputies, stated that restarting the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project is a great opportunity for the province to become the nation's clean energy hub.
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha urged IC ICTAS and the VIETUR consortium to continue to collaborate with equipment suppliers to identify possible time-saving measures to soon complete bidding package 5.10, ensuring the highest quality, technical standards, and economic efficiency.
The Government's proposal states that the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project is of exceptional importance, involving advanced technologies possessed by only a few countries. With its high investment capital amount and being the first of its kind in Vietnam, the project necessitates special and strong mechanisms and policies to accelerate the progress and shorten the implementation time.
The top legislator stated that trade unions at all levels, along with union officials, members, and workers - especially those who are also Party members - must promote their pioneering role, set examples, and enhance their political mettle, professional qualifications, vocational skills, industrial style, and work discipline to contribute more to the country’s rapid and sustainable development.
The commendation of outstanding workers who are Party members, real estate remaining a promising investment channel in 2025, and two traditional craft villages of Vietnam recognised as members of the Global Network of Creative Craft Cities were among news highlights last weekend.
Nguyen Quang Duong, Deputy Chairman of the Party Central Committee's Organisation Commission, said the labour force plays a particularly important role in fostering Party members, because the Party is the vanguard of the working class.
The Vietnamese Navy is actively involved in maritime security seminars, command and staff exercises ashore, drills at sea, and various cultural and sports exchanges.
The cooperation between Hai Duong and Vientiane provinces dates back to October 19, 1984, when they signed a friendship and cooperation agreement. Over the past four decades, their relationship has been continuously strengthened and expanded.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Trinh Thi Tam assessed that there remains room for bilateral collaboration in Buddhism, culture, tourism, and heritage conservation.
The Party chief requested the prompt implementation of the NA’s resolution on piloting certain policies to resolve obstacles in scientific and technological development, and innovation activities, stating that it is necessary to address institutional bottlenecks as soon as possible.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang affirmed that Vietnam views Australia as a key strategic partner in the region and noted that the recent upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in March 2024 has opened numerous cooperation opportunities, not only in traditional sectors but also in emerging fields.
State President Luong Cuong underscored that Vietnam is a multi-ethnic nation, with each ethnic group contributing its own rich and unique cultural value.
In order to immediately implement Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, the Government has submitted a draft resolution on piloting several policies to remove obstacles in science, technology, and innovation activities, the PM noted.
As Vietnam is focusing on three strategic breakthroughs regarding institutions, infrastructure, and human resources, he fully endorsed the SK Group’s proposals and encouraged the group to continue its consultation, support, and investment in such critical sectors as artificial intelligence (AI) research and development, data centres, transportation, logistics and energy infrastructure, green and clean agriculture, and workforce training.
The ambitious growth target of at least 8% underscores the government’s strong commitment to socio-economic development during the 2021-2025 period and lays the foundation for long-term prosperity.