At the March 2026 Government press conference in Hanoi, officials assured that electricity supply will remain secure throughout the peak dry-season months, with contingency plans in place to prevent any shortages despite rising demand.

The PM pushed for stronger collaboration through accelerating negotiations on a free trade agreement between Vietnam and the Gulf Cooperation Council, enhanced business connectivity between the two countries.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) disbursed in Vietnam was estimated at US$5.41 billion, a 9.1 percent increase year-over-year, marking the highest first-quarter figure in the past five years, from 2022 to 2026.

This morning, the Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City launched its 2026 competency assessment across 57 centers nationwide, with tens of thousands of candidates navigating exam venues and settling in for the 150-minute test.

Vietnam earned 1,225.68 points, gaining nine places and 36.17 points compared to the previous update.