In his concluding remarks, the Prime Minister emphasized a spirit of proactive governance. He directed all ministers, agency heads, and local leaders to implement the Central Party, Politburo, and Secretariat’s resolutions decisively, in alignment with National Assembly and Government directives. He stressed that no situation should catch the country off guard, and all emerging issues must be addressed promptly.

The PM underscored the need for every government official - at all levels - to work with full commitment for the benefit of the nation and the people, both materially and spiritually.

Of particular urgency is the recovery from recent natural disasters. The PM ordered the complete repair of 34,352 damaged homes and the construction of 1,628 new homes for families affected by the calamities. The deadline: all repaired homes by December 31, 2025, and new homes by January 31, 2026 - ensuring “every person has a home, every family celebrates Tet, and every child finds joy, leaving no one behind.”

He also demanded aggressive efforts to restore production, create jobs, and accelerate disbursement of public investment capital, leveraging national investment programs to activate broader social capital.

Ten priority tasks and policy measures

First, ministries must finalize submissions to close out the 10th National Assembly session, prepare reports for the Central Party, and organize the upcoming National Patriotic Emulation Congress. The Ministry of Home Affairs must also complete commendation proposals for outstanding individuals and organizations by December 10.

Second, macroeconomic stability remains paramount. The Prime Minister instructed continued proactive monetary policy in tandem with a rational fiscal expansion. The State Bank of Vietnam was tasked with controlling inflation, maintaining interest and exchange rate stability, and focusing credit on growth-driving sectors - while tightly managing risk-prone areas like real estate. He also called for a gold exchange proposal by December.

The Ministry of Finance must take full advantage of Vietnam’s low public debt, implement tax reductions appropriately, issue government bonds for major infrastructure projects, and strive to exceed the 2025 revenue target by 25%. It must also finalize a proposal to reward early-completed public projects by December 15.

Together with other ministries, the Finance Ministry must also monitor market trends closely, ensuring a stable supply of goods during the holiday season - preventing shortages, price manipulation, or hoarding.

Third, the government aims to revive both traditional and emerging growth engines. In public investment, the Ministry of Finance was told to aim for 100% disbursement of planned capital. Concurrently, steps will be taken to establish international financial centers in Vietnam and attract FDI and private investment.

The Ministry of Construction will coordinate the simultaneous groundbreaking of major projects on December 19 and propose a state-managed real estate and land rights trading center by December 15.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade must boost domestic consumption, particularly e-commerce, and implement discounts, promotions, and trade fairs during the festive period. Export efforts will intensify, with a push to conclude at least one new free trade agreement - possibly with GCC, Pakistan, Egypt, or South America - by year’s end.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment will expedite negotiations for market access and mutual recognition of food safety standards, especially for Vietnamese fruits and vegetables. They also aim to remove the EU’s IUU “yellow card” in December.

Fourth, the Prime Minister called for swift implementation of several Politburo resolutions and the drafting of new ones concerning state-owned enterprises, FDI, and cultural policy.

The Ministry of Science and Technology must submit a national strategy for innovation and high-tech product development by December 10.

Fifth, a comprehensive legal review will begin to align development plans with the two-tier local government model and double-digit growth targets.

Sixth, administrative reform will accelerate, especially around implementing the two-tier local governance system. The Ministry of Home Affairs must submit documents on salary, restructuring, and infrastructure for the new system by December 15.

Seventh, lingering investment projects must be resolved. The central bank must address struggling commercial banks and restructure SCB by the end of December. The Ministry of Finance will also act on nearly 3,000 stalled projects once Politburo approval is secured.

Eighth, natural disaster recovery efforts will intensify. Ministries and localities are to provide food, medicine, and essentials to vulnerable households, restore essential infrastructure, and support agriculture. Rapid housing repairs and accurate damage assessments are required.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment will upgrade early warning systems and strengthen grassroots resilience, particularly at the commune level.

Ninth, cultural and social development will be prioritized. Ministries must ensure social welfare, support for policy beneficiaries, and care for ethnic minority and remote communities - especially ahead of Tet. Programs in arts, culture, and entertainment will be expanded, as will public housing. The 2025 target: over 100,000 affordable housing units.

Tenth, national defense and security will be strengthened, with continued efforts in diplomacy and global integration. The government also aims to enhance public communication and combat misinformation.

The Prime Minister concluded by urging all ministries and localities to fulfill 2025’s goals and prepare momentum for the 14th National Party Congress.

Ngan Anh