This article summarizes key events from Vietnam’s leadership, including directives from Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on economic growth, infrastructure projects like the Lao Cai – Vinh Yen transmission line, and vaccination efforts against measles. Additionally, it covers the establishment of a railway projects committee, updates on international cooperation, and developments in provincial administrative restructuring.
On March 15, Party General Secretary To Lam convened a meeting of the sub-committee responsible for drafting documents for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress. He emphasized that the Political Report should serve as a guiding light for the nation’s development in the near future. Notable attendees included Politburo members and high-ranking government officials, such as State President Luong Cuong and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh directed Vinh Phuc province to exhibit greater determination and more vigorous efforts towards achieving substantial economic growth. During a meeting on March 16, he encouraged the province to rejuvenate traditional growth sectors such as investment, exports, and consumption, while also advancing new sectors including digital transformation and the circular economy.
At the groundbreaking ceremony for the 500 kV Lao Cai – Vinh Yen transmission line on March 16, Prime Minister Chinh urged all involved parties to collaborate for the project’s timely completion. He delineated six essential objectives for the project, focusing on quality, cost efficiency, safety, and environmental protection.
In a notable administrative development, Prime Minister Chinh has established a steering committee for key national railway projects, with himself as the head. This committee includes Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha as the standing deputy head, with other deputy heads serving alongside.
During a reception for Prof. Thomas Vallely of Columbia University’s Southeast Asia Institute on March 15, Prime Minister Chinh underscored the importance of continued policy consultations to help Vietnam meet its ambitious economic growth targets. He also congratulated Vallely on his recent award, reflecting on his contributions to bilateral relations.
In response to a rise in measles cases, Prime Minister Chinh issued Official Dispatch No. 23/CĐ-TTg, which called for accelerated vaccination efforts. He tasked the Minister of Health with advancing the measles vaccination campaign, ensuring its completion by month’s end.
Following a Party Central Committee meeting scheduled for April, a national conference will be organized to facilitate the consolidation of provincial administrative units. Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra stressed the necessity for guiding documents to support this restructuring process.
The UN Secretary-General has confirmed that Vietnam has successfully deposited a chart and coordinates concerning its territorial sea’s baseline in the Gulf of Tonkin. This formal recognition supports Vietnam’s rights under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
Dien Bien province is actively seeking further support from the French Embassy to enhance its investment appeal to French businesses. Deputy Secretary Le Thanh Do highlighted the successful cultural and tourism collaborations facilitated by French support.
In an effort to restore connectivity and boost trade, Vietnam Airlines will resume direct flights from Hanoi to Moscow beginning May 8. Initially, two weekly flights will be offered, increasing to three by July 2026 due to rising demand.
This digest highlights critical developments in Vietnam’s political and economic landscape, underscoring leadership initiatives aimed at sustainable growth, infrastructure advancement, and international cooperation. With substantial directives from Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and the commitment to revitalizing various sectors, Vietnam is poised for significant progress in the upcoming years. Furthermore, strategic diplomatic engagements indicate a proactive approach to enhancing bilateral relations and fostering economic partnerships.
Original Source: en.vietnamplus.vn
