Ho Chi Minh City’s Chairman Phan Van Mai has emphasized the city’s leading role in driving Vietnam into a transformative new era, focusing on regional collaboration and strategic growth.

In 2025, the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs will merge with the Ministry of Home Affairs, marking a significant step in government restructuring.

The Ministry of Home Affairs reported that 4,741 officials and public employees were disciplined in 2024 as part of efforts to enhance public service accountability.

Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra announced that the Ministry of Home Affairs has completed its major reports and proposals for streamlining the government apparatus, as directed by the Central Steering Committee.

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) in the past have eliminated eight general departments and equivalent units, and everything has been running smoothly so far, and all political tasks have been fulfilled.

The Prime Minister has advised local governments to organize cost-effective New Year fireworks displays without using public funds, ensuring festive joy while maintaining safety and thrift.

Vietnam is embarking on a bold journey to reform its political apparatus, addressing inefficiencies in a system designed decades ago. The effort reflects the leadership’s determination to align governance with modern developmental demands.

At the 2024 Defense Expo, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted Vietnam’s dedication to peace and its focus on strengthening defense capabilities to address regional and global challenges.

Vietnam plans to streamline provincial departments, limiting most provinces to 14 departments, while Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City can retain up to 15, including the Transportation Department.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered strict action and comprehensive support for victims after a café fire in Hanoi left 11 dead.

Vietnam’s Ministries of Construction and Transport will merge, reducing units by up to 40% in a historic move toward streamlined governance.

At the Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024, the Vietnamese PM invited U.S. defense and aerospace companies to deepen cooperation through technology transfer and training.

At a national cultural conference, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh lauded the success of Anh trai concerts and urged efforts to replicate such achievements nationwide.

Bui Van Khanh, Chairman of the Hoa Binh Provincial People's Committee, has been granted early retirement, with plans for new leadership underway.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has emphasized fairness and progress as Vietnam restructures its political system, with a focus on safeguarding workers’ rights.

In 2024, Ho Chi Minh City disciplined 299 Party members and 10 organizations for violations in areas prone to misconduct, including land and public asset management.

According to the plan, an international financial hub will be developed in Ho Chi Minh City, while a regional financial hub will be set up in Da Nang.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision to establish the Steering Committee for Anti-Wastefulness, a body tasked with addressing major cross-sectoral issues and promoting resource efficiency.

The Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024 features advanced military systems, including ballistic missiles, anti-submarine torpedoes, and cutting-edge air defense technologies.