Hanoi: The Ministry of Finance and the finance sector must take the lead in renewing mindset and institutions this year, truly deserving their role as the Government's key advisory and coordinating body for macroeconomic management, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on January 6. The Government leader made the request while attending a Hanoi conference reviewing the sector's financial, budgetary, investment and socio-economic development efforts in 2025 and outlining tasks for 2026.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the finance sector in driving economic reform and enhancing the effectiveness of public finance management. The conference provided a platform for discussing the achievements and challenges faced by the finance sector over the past year, as well as setting strategic goals for the future.

The Prime Minister urged the finance sector to implement innovative strategies to improve efficiency and accountability. He highlighted the need for the sector to adapt to global economic changes and focus on sustainable development. The call to action underscores the critical role of financial institutions in shaping the country's economic landscape and ensuring long-term growth and stability.