The National Assembly is set to review a government proposal to consolidate thousands of communes across the country. The restructuring aims to simplify administrative processes and improve public service delivery.

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee discussed the draft Railway Law (amended) at its ongoing 43rd session on March 10, during which its members agreed on the necessity of a comprehensive revision of the law.

The Vietnamese Party chief highlighted ASEAN’s achievements over the past six decades, emphasising the bloc’s important contributions to and its central role in maintaining peace, stability, and cooperation in the region.

Party General Secretary To Lam praised the ASEAN Secretariat's role in facilitating cooperation within ASEAN and between the bloc and its partners, acknowledging the contributions of ASEAN Secretaries-General throughout various periods.

Party General Secretary To Lam underlined that Vietnam always attaches great importance to and gives top priority to relations with Indonesia, a leading important country in the region.

The upcoming ninth session of the National Assembly may begin earlier than expected, right after the April 30 – May 1 holiday, with key discussions on amending the 2013 Constitution and related laws.

Vietnam is committed to creating the best possible conditions for foreign businesses, including Indonesian enterprises, to invest and operate stably and sustainably in the country, said Party General Secretary To Lam.

The concert was a special event within the framework of Party General Secretary To Lam's state visit to Indonesia and official visit to the ASEAN Secretariat.

Vietnam and Singapore aim to elevate the bilateral relations, particularly in the domains of technology, digital partnerships, and renewable energy which are critical issues not only for the two ASEAN nations but also for the whole region.

General Secretary To Lam emphasizes the need for a well-defined strategy to remove barriers and foster the growth of Vietnam’s private sector, which contributes over 50% of GDP but faces structural challenges.

Vietnam’s Party and State highly prioritise the rights of the disabled as seen in the implementation of a system of support policies to ensure favourable conditions for the group to equally exercise their rights.

Vietnam was among the first countries to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons on September 22, 2017, and later became the 10th country to ratify the agreement on May 17, 2018.

Vietnam and Indonesia have shown strong determination in enhancing their bilateral economic relations. Bilateral trade has witnessed robust growth, surpassing 16 billion USD in 2024, a sharp rise from 8.07 billion USD in 2020

He said Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan have significant potential to promote collaboration in various promising sectors, such as agriculture, hydro-power, renewable energy, tourism, information technology, and digital economy.

Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that changes in mindsets and perceptions are essential to transform policies and actions towards the private economic sector.

The French Navy’s Provence, one of its most advanced escort frigates, has arrived in Ho Chi Minh City. Equipped for air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and reconnaissance, the ship strengthens Vietnam-France defense ties.

As part of his state visit to Indonesia and Singapore, General Secretary To Lam will make history as the first Vietnamese leader to visit the ASEAN Secretariat, reinforcing Vietnam’s commitment to regional integration.

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Adylbek Kasymaliev toured the Ho Chi Minh Presidential Site, visiting the Stilt House, fish pond, and sharing Vietnamese coffee in a gesture of friendship and cultural exchange.

Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense has announced major structural reforms, merging several key agencies to streamline military operations. The restructuring was completed ahead of schedule to improve national defense efficiency.

Vietnam’s General Secretary, President, and National Assembly Chairman met with Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister to discuss trade, security, and diplomatic cooperation. The visit marks a new phase in Vietnam-Kyrgyzstan relations.