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Viet Nam’s seafood exports in the first seven months of 2026 are estimated at 6.7 billion USD, up around 10.5% year on year. However, the sector is facing a number of bottlenecks related to raw materials, logistics, markets, capital and labour.

On August 5, during its first extraordinary session, the National Assembly heard proposals and verification reports on five draft laws, including the draft law on amendments and supplements to several articles of the Law on Vietnamese workers working overseas under contract.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended a meeting marking Viet Nam Cybersecurity Day in Ha Noi on the morning of August 6.

Import and export activities remained a bright spot in Viet Nam's economy during the first seven months of 2026, with total trade turnover estimated at 659 billion USD, surging by 28% year-on-year. The Ministry of Industry and Trade forecasts that total trade turnover for the year could surpass 1 trillion USD.

The Resolution on the orientation for amending the Land Law stipulates that the State will regulate, oversee and determine land prices when land is brought into use, while shifting from a compensation-based approach to one that ensures living conditions and livelihoods for people whose land is acquired.

Between 2026 and 2030, the state budget will allocate at least 2% of annual expenditure to environmental protection, while mobilising social resources, green finance and international capital to drive green transformation and climate action.

On average, Vietnamese consumers spent more than 1.6 trillion VND per day on online shopping. The figures indicate that online spending is becoming increasingly integrated into people's everyday consumption habits.

To mark the 81st anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945–2026), the Ha Noi People's Committee will present gifts to people with meritorious services to the revolution, with a total budget of more than 10.399 billion VND.

Alongside hundreds of social housing projects currently under construction across Viet Nam, the Government is proposing new policies to promote rental housing and expand access to affordable homes.

Ha Noi is implementing a plan to restore its inner-city rivers, with the goal of not only tackling pollution but also reviving urban ecosystems and public spaces.

Nearly 1,400 sets of fallen soldiers’ remains have been recovered nationwide after four months of implementing the 500-day campaign to search for and recover soldiers whose burial locations or identities remain unknown.

The National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance has released the results of the 2026 Economic Census, the largest ever conducted in Viet Nam and the first to use artificial intelligence (AI), digital mapping, and data collection covering online businesses.

The Viet Nam General Confederation of Labour has proposed two options for adjusting the minimum wage from January 1, 2027, with increases of 9.8% and 8.5%, respectively, compared with the 2026 levels.

Resolution No.10-NQ/TW of the Politburo on developing the foreign-invested sector marks a new direction for Viet Nam's foreign direct investment policy.

According to Ha Noi's socio-economic report for the second quarter and the first half of 2026, the city's total state budget revenue is estimated at more than 411 trillion VND, equivalent to 63.2% of the annual target and up 4.7% compared to the same period in 2025.

Ho Chi Minh City will hold fireworks displays at 16 locations on the evening of July 2 on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Saigon–Gia Dinh officially being renamed Ho Chi Minh City (July 2, 1976 – July 2, 2026), to create a festive atmosphere for residents and visitors.

Centralised customs clearance has improved consistency in applying management policies, tax regulations and commodity classification after three weeks of operation. Bringing 85 officers into a single clearance unit has streamlined operations and accelerated clearance.

Amid the vibrant heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Independence Palace stands as a remarkable witness to the nation’s history. More than just a distinctive architectural landmark, it is a site associated with many significant events, most notably the moment of national reunification on April 30, 1975.

The government has just issued Decree No. 215/2026 on aviation security, which specifies the levels of air travel bans for passengers who violate aviation security and safety regulations.

The State Bank of Viet Nam is seeking public feedback on a draft amendment to Circular No. 22/2019, proposing to raise the maximum proportion of short-term capital that banks may use for medium- and long-term loans from 30% to 40%. The move is intended to expand credit and support economic growth.