Private sector, non-State enterprises to be at heart of 10-year development strategy
Enterprises, organisations and individuals have been called on to contribute to Vietnam’s draft socio-economic development strategy for the next 10 years.
The Development Strategy Institute under the Ministry of Planning and Investment on October 28 organised a consultation workshop on Vietnam’s draft socio-economic development strategy for the next 10 years. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Enterprises, organisations and individuals have beencalled on to contribute to Vietnam’s draft socio-economic development strategyfor the next 10 years.
The Development Strategy Institute under the Ministry of Planning and Investment held a consultation workshop on the strategy on October 28.
Speaking at the workshop, vice chairman of the institute Ngueyn Van Vinh saidthe development strategy was expected to draw attention, identify and mobiliseresources to facilitate business, increase the strength of the private sectorand address problems.
He said he hoped the business circle, occupational associations, universitiesand Vietnam’s development partners would work together to develop key strategicpoints for the development of non-State enterprises and the private sector in2021-2030.
Caitlin Wiesen, UNDP Resident Representative in Vietnam, told the workshop thatit was very important to harmonise economic growth with sustainable developmentand environmental protection.
Economic achievements must go in line with ensuring social welfare and benefitsfor people, she said.
She said that policymakers should focus on studying, analysing and findingsolutions for challenges during the country’s development.
Enterprises should be placed at the centre of policies to create favourableconditions for them, she said, adding that support for start-ups should focuson innovation.
Economic expert Nguyen Dinh Cung said sustainable development must rely onscientific and technological innovations and digital transformation.
It’s a must to change ways of thinking and actions, he said, adding that nowwas time to catch the opportunities of the Fourth Industrial Revolution andinternational integration to increase productivity, labour quality and nationalcompetitiveness, he said./.
Vietnam’s economy has recovered, but still faced numerous challenges and difficulties requiring greater efforts to deal with, such as a big trade deficit, high inflation and low budget collection, said a government official.
Workers at all non-State enterprises and organisations will be entitled to minimum monthly wage increases ranging from of 100,000-370,000 VND (5-19 USD) as of next year.
The enforcement of the anti-corruption law in enterprises and organisations in the non-state sector was the focus of a forum held in Hanoi on December 12 by the Government Inspectorate in coordination with UNDP and the British Embassy in Vietnam.
Vietnam has over 4.8 million people exposed to AO/dioxin, including hundreds of thousands in the second, third, and even fourth generations. Many live with severe disabilities, facing high medical costs and loss of earning capacity.
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang reaffirmed that amnesty is a humanitarian policy of the Party and State, reflecting the Vietnamese tradition of compassion and winning attention and high praise both domestically and internationally.
Vietnam officially grants limited-term visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development.
With support from the Vietnamese Association in Ufa, Vietnamese language classes for children have been offered for many years. Currently, 60 children of various ages are attending two classes taught by Duc Anh, free of charge.
Vietnam ranked among the top four countries and territories at the 2025 International Olympiad on Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), reaffirming its strong position in international academic competitions.
All 20 crew members aboard the Vietnamese oil tanker GT Unity were successfully rescued from a fire in the vessel’s engine room, thanks to the swift response of the Liberian-flagged ship Androusa and Vietnamese maritime rescue teams.
Describing Agent Orange as one of the most severe and enduring legacies of the war in Vietnam, Vietnam's former Honorary Consul to Belgium Joseph-Michel de Grand Ry warned that its impact – still affecting generations more than five decades later – could last another two to three decades.
Running from August 4 to September 2, under the hashtag #TuHaoVietNam, the campaign invites participants in two categories: “I Love My Country” video clips and “I Love My Country” check-in photos.
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP, which took effect on the issuance date, introduces amendments that integrate the procedure for reporting and explaining the demand for foreign workers into the process of submitting applications for work permits.
With a tight 13-month deadline, the move is under a strategic and urgent policy to bridge educational gaps, train the local workforce, and shore up territorial sovereignty in some of the country’s most remote areas.
The parade and personnel send-off ceremony will officially take place on August 10 at the area surrounding the Statue of King Ly Thai To and Dinh Tien Hoang street of Hoan Kiem ward, with the participation of nearly 3,000 officers, soldiers, and local residents.
According to national technical regulations, AIS installation is mandatory for boats carrying more than 50 passengers. However, operators of smaller vessels (under 50 seats) in Ha Long Bay have voluntarily committed to completing installation by the deadline to enhance operational safety.
The activities include a Vietnamese language teaching training course for overseas Vietnamese teachers from August 13 to 28 in Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Thai Nguyen.
Specifically, the ships will carry out patrols from 7am to 6pm daily along the main tourist routes in Ha Long Bay, with one ship permanently stationed at Ti Top island. From 6pm to 7am the following day, the mobile vessels return to Tuan Chau island to maintain a 24/7 on-call duty shift, ensuring constant readiness.
The Ministry of Construction (MoC) plans to open to traffic 208km of expressways of six key projects by August 19, bringing the country’s total expressway network to 2,476km.
As of July 1, a two-tier local government model started in 34 provinces and cities, streamlining administration but creating a surplus of public properties. If not promptly addressed, these assets could become a financial burden.
Whether they grow up to become journalists, diplomats, or professionals in other fields, these children can one day become bridges of friendship and cooperation, telling new and inspiring stories of Vietnam – China relations, said Ambassador Pham Thanh Binh.
A 21-year-old Indian tourist was successfully resuscitated and treated by doctors at Hoan My Da Nang Hospital after a near-drowning incident left him in critical condition. After three days of intensive care, the man was discharged from the hospital and has since returned to India.
In an document issued on August 5, the PM emphasised the need to stablise living conditions for people hit by floods, landslides, and flash floods in late July and early August in northern and north-central provinces, especially Dien Bien, Son La, and Nghe An which suffered some of the worst damage.
Although millions of Vietnamese were affected by AO, only over 626,000 individuals, including war veterans and their children suffering from dioxin-related conditions, are currently receiving state benefits.
The Development Strategy Institute under the Ministry of Planning and Investment on October 28 organised a consultation workshop on Vietnam’s draft socio-economic development strategy for the next 10 years. (Photo: VNA) 
