Politics

Vietnam's top leadership called for more substantive and effective implementation of the country's strategy on science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, urging the entire political system to shift its focus from completing assigned tasks to creating measurable value for citizens.

In an era where credibility is increasingly defined by competence rather than seniority, young grassroots leaders are earning the confidence of their communities through practical initiatives that improve lives.

Đỗ Đức Thanh was elected Chairman of the Vietnam Youth Federation of Gia Lai Province on Monday as delegates at the organization's first provincial congress following the merger of the former Gia Lai and Bình Định chapters set priorities for the 2026-2029 term.

The 2026 Gia Lai Excellent Reporters and Propagandists Contest brought together the province's top grassroots spokespersons and propagandists, providing a platform to strengthen public communication skills, exchange professional experience and promote effective implementation of Party policies.

The Vietnam Youth Federation of Gia Lai has outlined an ambitious agenda for its 2026-2029 term, placing digital transformation, youth entrepreneurship and innovation, and broader engagement at the center of its strategy as the province enters a new stage of development following its recent merger.

Gia Lai's 22 state-owned enterprises are projected to generate over VND14.802 trillion ($567.5 million) in revenue and VND1.368 trillion ($52.5 million) in pre-tax profit during the 2026-2030 period, as the authorities push for sweeping reforms in governance, digital transformation and efficiency.

Stung Treng province in Cambodia and Gia Lai province moved to deepen economic and investment ties on June 18, with the two sides signing cooperation agreements and outlining priority sectors for future development during the Stung Treng - Gia Lai Bilateral Investment Promotion Conference 2026.

A delegation from Gia Lai province, led by Permanent Vice Chairman Nguyen Tuan Thanh, paid a courtesy visit to Stung Treng Governor Sor Soputra on Tuesday, reaffirming commitments to deepen bilateral cooperation and supporting preparations for the 2026 Business and Investment Promotion Conference.

Authorities across Gia Lai province are moving forward with plans to reorganize villages, hamlets and residential groups as part of a broader effort to streamline grassroots governance and improve public service delivery under Vietnam’s two-tier local government model.

Gia Lai Provincial Party Secretary Thai Dai Ngoc has called for accelerated construction of a large-scale boarding school project serving seven border communes, urging contractors to increase manpower and resources to ensure completion on schedule.

The Gia Lai Provincial Youth Union on May 18 held flower offering and flag-raising ceremonies across the province to commemorate the 136th anniversary of President Hồ Chí Minh’s birth, drawing the participation of nearly 1,000 union members and young people.

In an article written on the occasion of President Ho Chi Minh’s 136th birth anniversary (May 19, 1890 - 2026), the top Vietnamese leader affirmed that “Ho Chi Minh Thought serves as a guiding light along our development path.”

Along Vietnam’s western border, the villages of Triêl in Ia Pnôn Commune and Kloong in Ia O Commune have emerged as stable and thriving communities where most residents trace their origins to Cambodia.

Young people in Gia Lai province are marking Vietnam’s Reunification Day holiday with a distinctive display of patriotism, taking underwater photos with the national flag to promote pride in the country’s seas and islands.

More than five decades after April 30, 1975, the day marking Vietnam’s reunification continues to shape the nation’s identity, inspiring both those who experienced the war and younger generations building the country in peace.

Cát Tiến, once a strategic revolutionary base during the resistance war against the US army, is undergoing rapid transformation, emerging as a dynamic coastal hub in the province with modern infrastructure, expanding tourism, and steady economic growth.

Search teams in Vietnam’s Central Highlands have recovered the remains of 64 fallen soldiers from cave systems in the Chư Pa - Ia Kreng mountain area, as efforts intensify to locate those missing from the resistance war against the United States.

Authorities in Gia Lai have ordered decisive action against delayed and inactive real estate projects, as part of broader efforts to stabilise the market and accelerate social housing development.

Youth organizations in Vietnam are revitalizing historic “red addresses”, transforming them from solemn memorials into dynamic spaces that inspire civic responsibility and connect younger generations with revolutionary traditions.

Gia Lai province in Vietnam has signed a cooperation agreement for the 2026 - 2030 period with four southern Lao provinces (Attapeu, Champasak, Salavan and Sekong), aimed at deepening ties across multiple sectors.

On the sidelines of the “Spring Friendship Tour” during the opening week of the National Tourism Year - Gia Lai 2026, Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam Xiong Bo shared his views on the province’s tourism potential and bilateral cooperation with local media.

Leaders of Gia Lai province hosted a delegation of foreign diplomats and international representatives on Friday as part of the “Spring friendship tour”, an event marking the opening of the National Tourism Year - Gia Lai 2026.

Effective grassroots mobilisation in An Lao commune, Gia Lai province, is helping unlock resources for infrastructure and economic development, as local authorities gain strong public backing for key projects.

Outstanding young individuals in Gia Lai are being recognized for their contributions to science, culture, and community development, reflecting a broader drive among Vietnam’s youth to innovate while preserving tradition.