While challenging, such growth is crucial to ensuring national security, social welfare, and long-term development momentum. Regarding national defense and security, he called for strategic clarity in identifying allies and challenges, rooted in the national interest. He proposed elevating agriculture to a strategic growth engine. He warned of intensifying geopolitical competition in core technologies and cyberspace, and emphasized Vietnam's need to build strategic autonomy based on knowledge power. They provide a vital political foundation as Vietnam enters a new era - one defined by strength, self-reliance, and national pride.

Photo: National AssemblyThe Central Executive Committee’s report to the 14th National Party Congress emphasized that the anti-corruption campaign was carried out with consistency, determination, and comprehensiveness. They reaffirmed the commitment to upholding Party discipline, state rule of law, and a corruption-free, civil, secure, and humane society focused on development. Public confidence grew, and the fight against corruption transformed into a vigorous movement that extended from the central government to local levels. Tri revealed that authorities had exposed many large-scale corruption cases involving numerous individuals, severe consequences, and unprecedented structures. Photo: VNALooking ahead, Tri said Vietnam’s anti-corruption work must align with the goals of the 14th Party Congress.

Tra outlined several strategic priorities, beginning with a breakthrough in institutional reform - aimed at unlocking all development resources. Vietnam will focus on building strategic autonomy and advancing key sectors, including semiconductors, artificial intelligence, digital technology, and renewable energy. Vietnam must also better tap into international markets, diversify its trading partners, and elevate its domestic market as a core engine for sustainable growth. He called this the “internal strength” required for sustainable development - and a key factor in reaching the double-digit growth goal while improving quality of life for the people. Ideological work, he added, must also directly contribute to building a clean, strong Party, enhancing its leadership capacity and political strength.

A male patient recovers quickly after undergoing simultaneous kidney removal and transplant surgery performed by doctors at Hue Central Hospital in Hue City, central Vietnam. Photo: Thuong HienThe patient, a 53-year-old man suffering from polycystic kidney and liver disease, had severely enlarged kidneys that caused abdominal distension and compression of internal organs. After a rigorous evaluation and screening process, both the living donor and the recipient were deemed medically eligible for kidney transplantation. The patient's two polycystic kidneys after removal. Associate Professor Hung confirmed that this was the first dual nephrectomy combined with kidney transplantation performed in Vietnam.

They also called for a unified national framework for base salary increases and additional allowances for commune-level officials to ensure long-term stability and equity. For mass organizations that are not assigned duties by the Party or the State, the processes of splitting, merging, or dissolving will follow Decree No. Implementation is guided by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front to ensure unified, efficient operations at the local level. On salary policy reformThe Ministry of Home Affairs noted that wage reform efforts have already been initiated in line with Central Resolution No. In the immediate term, it will coordinate with other ministries to propose another increase to the base salary in 2026.

Many international tourists visiting Pu Luong for the first time have expressed deep appreciation for the experience. “I’ve been to many terraced fields across Asia, but Pu Luong feels completely different. This harmonious blend of nature, people, and traditional living rhythms has become the essence of Pu Luong’s growing appeal among international travelers. Photos of Pu Luong’s terraced fields during the water-pouring season:The terraced fields in Pu Luong shimmer during water season. Photo: Le DuongVisitors enjoy checking in at the glistening terraces of Pu Luong.

The newborn baby girl, weighing 5.1kg, was safely delivered at Vietnam–Sweden Uong Bi Hospital in Quang Ninh. Affectionately nicknamed “Mia” by her family, the name reflects their hope that she will grow up strong and healthy. Doctors at the hospital noted that the baby’s weight is significantly higher than the average for full-term newborns, which typically ranges from 2.5 to 4 kilograms. Both low and high birth weights can carry certain health risks, not only in the neonatal period but also in a child’s later development. According to obstetric specialists, higher-than-normal birth weights may be linked to various maternal factors, such as gestational diabetes, excessive weight gain during pregnancy, or post-term pregnancies.

According to tradition, after the Congress elects the new Central Committee, the Committee holds its first plenary session during the Congress itself to elect the Politburo, the General Secretary, and the Secretariat. 190 of the Central Committee, signed by General Secretary To Lam on October 10, 2024. Most elections - including those for the Central Committee, Politburo, General Secretary, and Secretariat - are conducted via secret ballot. Members of the Politburo join the Presidium at the 14th Party Congress in Hanoi. If unavailable, the Congress Presidium appoints a convener.

Horse mascots rise above stylized bamboo ramparts at the entrance gate of Nguyen Hue Flower Street in Ho Chi Minh City. Saigontourist Group on Tuesday morning officially unveiled the artist’s impression and key highlights of the 2026 Nguyen Hue Flower Street, a staple for Tet in the southern metropolis. An artist’s impression of Nguyen Hue Flower Street for Tet 2026 in Ho Chi Minh CityStretching along Nguyen Hue Boulevard, the flower street is conceived as a spring symphony in three movements: Spring of Integration, Resplendent Roots, and Steady Future. Three solidly sculpted horses represent Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria-Vung Tau, and Binh Duong, symbolizing stability and unity. Where tradition meets integrationBeyond technological spectacle, Nguyen Hue Flower Street remains firmly rooted in national pride.

U23 Vietnam’s remarkable journey at the AFC U23 Championship 2026 came to a halt in the semifinal after a 0-3 defeat to a dominant U23 China. U23 Vietnam fought hard but fell 0-3 to China in the AFC U23 Championship 2026 semifinal – Photo: AFCComing into the match, U23 Vietnam carried the confidence of a team that had consistently impressed. Vietnam, still reeling from the loss of Hieu Minh, conceded just minutes into the second half. Down to ten men and down by two goals, Vietnam saw the match - and the dream - slipping away. We will regroup, focus, and fight with everything we have.”Praise and support from the regionWhile the defeat was a bitter blow, U23 Vietnam were far from forgotten.

According to Minister Nguyen Kim Son, Vietnam’s education sector has taken pioneering steps in digital transformation, data system development, and the early integration of AI in teaching and learning. These advancements highlight the sector’s leading role in modernizing and enhancing the quality of national education and training. Key highlights of the current termMinister of Education and Training Nguyen Kim Son. Minister Nguyen Kim Son emphasized that this term has been marked by continued and robust efforts to fundamentally and comprehensively reform Vietnam’s education and training sector. Minister Nguyen Kim Son acknowledged the complexity of this task.

Players of Vietnam (in red) and China compete for the ball during their semifinal at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, January 20, 2026. Vietnam’s task became harder when defender Pham Ly Duc was shown a straight red card, leaving the team a man down, although a later VAR review overturned a potential third goal for China. Wang Yudong added a late goal to complete the 3-0 win, sending China into the AFC U23 Asian Cup final for the first time, where they will play Japan on Saturday. Vietnam will face South Korea in the third-place match on Friday. The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup is being held in Saudi Arabia from January 6 to 24.

An overview of the opening session of the 14th National Party Congress. Notably, the draft Political Report integrates in a coordinated manner three reports - the Political Report, the Socio-economic Report, and the Report reviewing Party building work - into a unified and comprehensive whole, with clear focus and priorities, concise presentation, and content that is easy to understand, remember, and implement. The comprehensive outcomes of the 13th Congress term have continued to reaffirm the Party's leadership role and reputation. From the reality of leading the revolution over the four decades of renewal, the report points out five valuable lessons. Third, thoroughly grasping and fully practising the viewpoint that "the people are the roots," bringing into full play the People's role as the subject and their central position.

A resident harvests allium chinense in Tat Vien Village, Thang Binh Commune, Da Nang City, central Vietnam. -- Vietnam’s state-run lottery Vietlott said late on Tuesday that a ticket holder had won the Mega 6/55 Jackpot 1 prize worth more than VND257 billion (US$9.8 million). Ho Chi Minh City-- Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City ordered emergency construction to repair subsidence along the Tau Hu Canal embankment in Chanh Hung Ward after a roadside collapse on Sunday, with traffic safety required to be restored by February 10. Economy-- By Tuesday, fourth-quarter 2025 results from most securities firms showed total margin lending at Vietnam’s securities firms had risen above VND400 trillion ($15.2 billion) by December 31, 2025. Sports-- Vietnam lost 0–3 to China in the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinals early on Wednesday and will face South Korea in the third-place match on Friday.

Mobile users must complete biometric verification to avoid service suspension. The Ministry of Science and Technology (formerly the Ministry of Information and Communications) is currently soliciting public feedback on a draft circular that guides the biometric verification process for ground-based mobile telecommunication subscribers. This e-verification process, which holds legal validity, uses biometric facial recognition to confirm the identity of the subscriber or the organization's representative. The biometric data will be cross-checked against the National Population Database, ensuring consistency across at least four data fields: national ID number, full name, date of birth, and facial biometric data. This initiative is part of a broader national effort to eliminate junk SIM cards and tighten control over mobile data.