Vietnam still relies significantly on imported fossil fuels, indicating the urgent need to transition toward a more sustainable energy system not only to meet climate commitments but also to ensure long-term energy security.

Politburo member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung has authored an article highlighting one decade of the Mekong–Lancang Cooperation (MLC) mechanism, in which six riparian countries, namely Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, China, and Vietnam, have worked together towards a sustainable future.

VOV.VN - Amid overlapping challenges, mastering technology, particularly in vaccines and breeding, along with building closed value chains, is seen as key for Vietnam’s livestock sector to overcome bottlenecks and move towards sustainable development.

A report urging stronger policy support to foster sustainable agriculture in Vietnam was announced in Hanoi on March 20, offering an in-depth assessment of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices across the sector.

VOV.VN - The EC has recognised Vietnam’s significant progress in combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing over the past eight years, while urging the country to address remaining shortcomings to build a sustainable fisheries management system and move toward lifting the “yellow card".

Vietnam has underscored the vital role of forests in driving sustainable economic growth as it joins global celebrations of the International Day of Forests, observed annually on March 21.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is stepping up disease control and production optimisation to promote sustainable livestock development, officials and experts said at a conference held in Hanoi on March 12.

The issuance of Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW by the Politburo on the private economic sector's development marked an important shift in Vietnam’s development mindset, identifying the private sector as a key driver of the economy. Experiences from other economies offer useful insights for Vietnam as it pursues this policy direction.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the 32nd meeting of the national steering committee for combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing on March 3, which was held in person at the Government headquarters in Hanoi and connected online with 22 coastal provinces and cities.

SME Forum 2026, a leadership platform for founders and senior executives of Vietnamese enterprises, will take place on March 20, centering on how businesses can achieve sustainable growth in an increasingly volatile market.