Phạm Minh Chính

Vietnam and India pursue strategic autonomy with varying success amidst great-power rivalry.

Sweden and Vietnam elevated their strategic partnership in science, technology, and digital transformation, with over 70 Swedish companies operating in Vietnam while both nations pursue innovation-driven economic growth toward becoming high-income economies by 2045.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính affirmed Vietnam maintains its unchanged ten percent or higher growth target while convening a government-local conference to assess first quarter 2026 socioeconomic development, identify challenges including subpar nine point one percent Q1 growth, and outline solutions for sustained economic momentum.

Vietnam's Party and State leaders were awarded the Order of Independence and other honors. The awards recognized their outstanding contributions. A ceremony was held on April 3.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính met with the Russian and Korean Ambassadors. They discussed bilateral cooperation, including energy security.

Tô Lâm emphasized that each elected delegate must remember the trust and expectations of voters. This will ensure each policy creates new momentum for rapid and sustainable national development.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered the acceleration of progress to put Long Thanh Airport into commercial operation. The airport is expected to be operational by Q4 2026.

Vietnam's Prime Minister has ordered the immediate construction of a strategic oil reserve in Nghi Son. The move aims to enhance energy self-sufficiency.

Russian President Putin met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. Putin instructed the Russian Foreign Ministry to consider visa exemptions for Vietnamese citizens.

Vietnam and Russia signed a nuclear power plant deal. This marks a revival of Hanoi's nuclear ambitions. The deal is set to address energy security concerns in Southeast Asia.

Vietnam's Prime Minister visited Novatek in Moscow. The goal is to boost large LNG projects in Vietnam.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính issued a directive to stabilize fuel prices and resolve land issues. The directive aims to accelerate key national projects.

Vietnam's Prime Minister meets Russian leaders. They discuss cooperation directions.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính chaired a meeting on state housing policies and fuel price stabilization. The meeting discussed funding for the fuel price stabilization fund.

Vietnam's Prime Minister met with the EU's inspection team. The team is conducting its 5th inspection on combating IUU fishing. The inspection is led by Fernando Andresen Guimaraes.

Vietnam's Prime Minister has requested a full report on selecting technology partners for the North-South high-speed railway project. The Ministry of Construction has submitted a report. A decision is pending.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính met with ambassadors of Japan, UAE, and Qatar to enhance cooperation in energy security. The meeting aimed to ensure oil and gas supply.

Quảng Ninh's transportation infrastructure improved significantly due to bold investment decisions.

The 2026-2031 government will have a streamlined personnel structure and increased economic management capabilities.

Vietnam's first quarter GDP expanded 7.83 percent year-over-year, driven by robust growth in services and industry sectors despite global economic headwinds including geopolitical tensions and commodity price volatility.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders the completion of investment procedures for the Thủ Thiêm - Long Thành metro line. The project aims to start construction in June.

The Central Party Committee has taken over 5 units. These include VTV, VOV, and TTXVN. A meeting was held to announce this decision.

Tổng Bí thư Tô Lâm presented awards to Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. The ceremony honored leaders and former leaders of the Party and Government.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders Thanh Hoa province to urgently clear land for an oil reserve warehouse. The move aims to stabilize oil demand amid ongoing Middle East conflict.

President Putin met with Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính. Putin emphasized Russia's readiness to boost cooperation with Vietnam. A meeting occurred on March 25.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính proposed cooperation with Russia on railway and subway development. The goal is to increase cargo transport between the two nations.

Vietnam's Chairman Lương Cường congratulated Kim Jong Un on re-election. Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính also sent congratulations to Pak Thae Song.

Vietnam's Prime Minister has called for investment in LNG. Novatek, a Russian energy corporation, has expressed interest in the Ca Na project.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders the Ministry of Public Security to investigate price gouging. The ministry will work with relevant agencies to handle the issue.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders the Ministry of Industry and Trade to promote E10 biofuel. The goal is to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính urged energy saving. He promoted electric vehicles and biofuels. A deadline for implementation was not specified.

Vietnam's Prime Minister met with an EU delegation. The delegation aimed to discuss IUU fishing. A meeting was held at the Government's headquarters.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính worked with a task force on energy security. They discussed solutions to ensure national energy security amid Middle East conflicts.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a phone call with Angolan President. They discussed energy cooperation. The Angolan President agreed to strengthen energy ties.

Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão visits Việt Nam to strengthen bilateral relations.

Tân Thủ tướng Lê Minh Hưng xác định 5 ưu tiên trọng tâm cho nhiệm kỳ 2026-2031.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính chaired a government meeting approving special policies to develop the National Oil Refining and Energy Center at Dung Quất Economic Zone in Quảng Ngãi province, integrating petroleum refining, natural gas, LNG, electricity, and renewable energy to ensure Vietnam's energy security and support two-digit economic growth.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính chaired a meeting on building a national oil reserve project. The project aims to construct a crude oil storage facility in Nghi Sơn, Thanh Hóa.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders the Ministry of Industry and Trade to study building oil reserves. The reserves will be in Dung Quat and Long Son.

Vietnam's Prime Minister orders airport launch. Commercial operation by year-end.

Tổng Bí thư Tô Lâm to visit Russia. President Putin expressed support for a comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính met with Russia's State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral ties.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính visited Russia's Nuclear Energy Museum. He sought to understand nuclear energy and subway systems, areas where Russia excels.

Vietnam and Russia are expanding energy cooperation. This development reflects Vietnam's balanced foreign policy.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Vietnamese community in Russia. He met with embassy staff and community representatives.

Vietnam's Prime Minister chaired a meeting to address fuel supply. The meeting reviewed government leadership from late February. Fuel supply is a concern due to Middle East conflict.

Vietnam may restructure its transportation. Electric vehicles could become a national strategy. Major cities like Hanoi and TP.HCM will lead.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính chaired a meeting on state budget allocation for fuel price stabilization. The meeting discussed funding support.

Vietnam's Secretary General Tô Lâm requested a mechanism to mobilize diverse capital for railway development. This aims to ensure national financial safety and investment efficiency.

Vietnam's Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính met with ambassadors from Japan, UAE, and Qatar. He requested cooperation on energy support, including crude oil and fuel.