(L&D) - Renewable energy, as part of the global energy transition, is not merely a technological issue, but also a test of the capacity for law-making, risk governance, and ensuring equitable development.
(L&D) - On the morning of April 7, at Dien Hong Hall, the National Assembly Building, in the capital city of Hanoi, after being elected by the 16th National Assembly as State President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam for the 2026–2031 term, General Secretary and State President To Lam took the oath of office and delivered an address before the entire National Assembly, compatriots and voters nationwide. The Government News Portal hereby introduces the full text of the inaugural address of
(L&D) – On the afternoon of March 19 in Hanoi, the Standing Committee of the Party Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and central mass organizations held the launching ceremony of the “Second Political Essay Contest on Protecting the Party’s Ideological Foundation, 2026” at the Party Committee level. The event not only marked the beginning of a widespread political activity across the entire system, but also reaffirmed the determination to make the protection of the Party’s ideological fo
(L&D) - The launching, communication, and participation in the Sixth Political Theory Contest on protecting the Party’s ideological foundation in 2026 is not only an important political task but also a broad and in-depth ideological activity, contributing to arousing the responsibility of cadres, Party members, and association members in combating and refuting wrongful and hostile viewpoints, and safeguarding the Party’s ideological foundation in the new context.
(L&D) - On the morning of 15 March 2026, in the joyful atmosphere of the “National Festival Day”, leaders of the Party and the State directly exercised their citizens’ rights and obligations at various polling stations across the country. This was not only an important political–legal event but also a vivid demonstration of the spirit of respect for the rule of law and the determination to build a socialist rule-of-law State.
(L&D) - With support from the Government of Denmark, Viet Nam has conducted research to develop a Green Employment Statistical Indicator Set, which is not only a technical advancement in statistical practice but also an important preparatory step for the State to improve instruments for policy management, monitoring, and adjustment in the process of green growth, sustainable development, and the assurance of social equity.
(L&D) On the morning of March 6, at the People’s Committee of Hoa Binh Ward (Phu Tho Province), Politburo Member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and Central Mass Organizations, and President of the Central Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front Bui Thi Minh Hoai, together with candidates for deputies to the 16th National Assembly for the 2026–2031 term from Constituency No. 5, held a meeting with voters. The confere
(L&D)- In the context of a world economy that remains highly uncertain, Viet Nam continues to maintain macroeconomic stability, control inflation, ensure major balances, and achieve high growth. The outstanding results of 2025 not only affirm the resilience of the economy but also create an important foundation for the country to enter 2026 with determination to accelerate and make breakthroughs.
(L&D) - On the evening of 28 January 2026, the televised bridge program commemorating the 85th anniversary of the day President Ho Chi Minh returned to the country to directly lead the Vietnamese revolution (28/1/1941–28/1/2026) took place under the theme “Two Hands Building a Nation.” The program connected four historic broadcast sites: Cao Bang – Ha Noi – Nghe An – Ho Chi Minh City, under the direction of the Central Commission for Information and Education and Mass Mobilization, and produced
(L&D) - The Central Committee of the Party for the 14th term unanimously agreed to elect Comrade To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party for the 13th term, to continue holding the position of General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party for the 14th term.
(L&D) - Standing at the threshold of an era of national ascent - an era marked by strong breakthroughs in industrialization, modernization, and digital transformation - the National Assembly of Viet Nam is renewing itself with an unprecedented proactive mindset, carrying a message that emphasizes the enhancement of “Party character and people’s character,” which has been vividly underscored and regarded as the key to perfecting institutions and guiding the country steadily along the path toward
(L&D) - On the morning of 21 January, at the 14th National Congress of the Party, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra delivered a presentation entitled “Building a Government that creates development-oriented institutions, upholds integrity, acts decisively, and serves the People,” affirming the Government’s strong determination and commitment in the country’s new stage of development.
(L&D) - On the morning of January 19, at the National Convention Center (Hanoi), the 14th National Congress of Delegates of the Communist Party of Viet Nam convened its preparatory session. The Congress takes place from January 19 to January 25, 2026, under the motto “Democracy – Discipline – Breakthrough – Development”.
(L&D) - On January 12, 2026, the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and central mass organizations held the Conference to review the work in 2025 and deploy tasks for 2026. This was not merely an annual review conference, but also an important milestone for assessing the first year of operation under a new Party organizational model that is more streamlined and effective.
(L&D) - At the closing ceremony and award presentation of the First Political Theory Writing Competition on Protecting the Party’s Ideological Foundation, held in 2025 within the Party Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front and Central mass organizations, the Party Committee of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Lawyers Association left a strong mark with two works honored in two separate categories, demonstrating the role of the legal profession on the ideological and theoretical front.
(L&D) - At its meeting on 28 November 2025, after considering the submission of the Party Affairs Committee of the Supreme People’s Court regarding the Scheme on studying the establishment of a specialized court at the International Financial Centre, the Politburo issued Conclusion No. 223-KL/TW, consenting to the policy of developing a model of a modern specialized court aligned with international standards, thereby creating a solid legal foundation for the operation of the international financ
(L&D) - Children have always been identified by the Party and the State as the centre of the human-development strategy and a priority in all decisions on sustainable development.
(L&D) - At the Autumn Economic Forum 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed the determination to develop Ho Chi Minh City into an international financial center, with the principle of “four cleared” – cleared institutions, cleared infrastructure, cleared governance, and cleared practices. Strong commitments regarding institutions, infrastructure, human resources, and the investment environment are identified as the “leverage” to materialize this objective.
(L&D) - On the morning of 22 November, at the National Assembly House, the National Assembly Standing Committee for the first time held the Forum on Law-Making with the theme “Improving institutions and laws to meet the requirements of national development in the new era”, chaired by Politburo Member and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man. The event opened an important channel for dialogue and recommendations to ensure that institutions and laws truly become a driving force for national d
(L&D) - In the context of digital transformation and increasingly intense competition, the requirement to improve Viet Nam’s institutions and laws has become more urgent than ever. Institutions must take the lead and pave the way for innovation, creating an open and enabling legal framework to unlock resources and generate new drivers for the country’s development.
(L&D) - In response to prolonged heavy rainfall over a wide area, in the afternoon of 19 November, the People’s Committee of Dak Lak Province held an emergency meeting co-chaired by Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee Lương Nguyen Minh Triet and Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee Ta Anh Tuan. Vice Chairman of the Province Nguyen Thien Van and leaders of relevant departments and sectors also participated.
(L&D) - On the occasion of the 43rd anniversary of the Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (20 November 1982 – 20 November 2025), the Editorial Board of the Journal of Law and Development extends its gratitude to lecturers, scientists, and peer reviewers, together with its best wishes.
(L&D) - On the afternoon of November 18, the 18th Provincial People’s Council of Nghe An, term 2021–2026, held its 34th Session (special Session) to carry out personnel work within its authority.
(L&D) - Due to the impact of strong easterly wind disturbances, from November 16 to 18, prolonged heavy rainfall across Dak Lak province caused severe flooding, landslides, and traffic disruptions in many areas, particularly in Yang Mao commune and several low-lying communes in the eastern part of the province.
(L&D) - The Ministry of Justice is taking the lead in developing the draft Law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Legal Aid (Law on Legal Aid) – an important step to enhance access to justice for all citizens, especially vulnerable groups in society.
(L&D) - In the context of Viet Nam’s declaration of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the aviation sector - considered one of the most challenging industries to decarbonize - is entering a stage that requires concrete actions rather than remaining at the level of slogans, through the amendment of the Law on Civil Aviation of Viet Nam.
(L&D) - Mr. Nguyen Khac Than, Chairman of the Hung Yen Provincial People’s Committee, has been assigned by the Politburo to join the Executive Committee and the Standing Committee, and to assume the position of Secretary of the Nghe An Provincial Party Committee for the 2025–2030 tenure.
(L&D) In every health crisis, from infectious disease outbreaks to “silent pandemics” such as cancer, diabetes, and stroke, one question repeatedly arises: If we had better disease prevention, would the cost be so high? This question is now at the forefront of the agenda as the National Assembly deliberates the Law on Disease Prevention and discusses the future of the preventive healthcare system.
(L&D) - The Politburo has announced the decision to transfer and assign Mr. Nguyen Duy Ngoc – Member of the Politburo, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Inspection Commission – to serve as Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee for the 2025–2030 tenure.
(L&D) - During the 10th session of the National Assembly, delegates pointed out the shortcomings of the current legal framework and reached a consensus on the urgent need to legislate the responsibilities of e-commerce platform owners to protect consumers as well as to ensure market transparency.
