One of the key highlights of the World Governments Summit 2026 was a high-level roundtable session on models of institutional reform and public governance from national, regional, and global perspectives. Director of the Viet Nam Academy of Public Administration and Governance Nguyen Ba Chien attended and delivered remarks at the roundtable.

Along with the rapid transformation of the world and the rise of globalisation, digitalisation, geopolitical competition, and profound changes in the international power structure, distorted arguments have emerged claiming that Marxism-Leninism and Ho Chi Minh Thought have become outdated and no longer relevant. However, the rapid changes of the times demonstrate the enduring vitality, relevance, and ability of this ideological foundation to guide Viet Nam’s path towards socialism.

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam is a pivotal event marking the country’s entry into a new era – the era of national development, and represents a milestone of historic significance, assessed Xu Ningning, Chairman of China’s RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) Industry Cooperation Committee.

Stepping into 2026 - the year marking the beginning of the 14th National Party Congress term - our nation stands at a pivotal juncture, signifying a crucial transition from the phase of recovery and stabilisation to one of faster and more sustainable development.

On August 19, 1945, the revolutionary fire broke out in Ha Noi, where the strength of the people’s hearts combined with the wise leadership of the Party and the great Uncle Ho, and wrote a brilliant golden page of the national history. The success of the August Revolution in Ha Noi had a decisive significance, creating the position and strength for the General Uprising to win nationwide.

Party General Secretary To Lam has written an article emphasising the power of solidarity to drive the country into the new era of development.