Joint circulars on coordination of competent authorities in criminal procedures issued

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) held a nationwide online conference in Ha Noi on the afternoon of July 18 to review the performance of the Criminal Investigation Police Force in the first half of 2026.

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) and the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) held a ceremony to review their 2021–2026 joint working program and officially sign a new coordination framework for 2026–2031, on the afternoon of July 20.

The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) and the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) held a conference, on the afternoon of July 21, to review Program No. 14 on their science and technology collaboration for 2021–2025, and sign a new coordination agreement for the 2026–2030 period.

To mark the 64th anniversary of the Vietnam People's Police Force (July 20, 1962 – July 20, 2026), General Luong Tam Quang, Member of the Politburo, Secretary of the Public Security Central Party Committee and Minister of Public Security, sent a congratulatory letter to all officers and soldiers of the People's Police Force.

The Steering Committee for the All-People Protecting National Security Movement of Yen Bai Commune, Hanoi, organized the 2026 All-People Festival for National Security.

On the occasion of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day, General Luong Tam Quang, Member of the Politburo, Secretary of the Central Public Security Party Committee, and Minister of Public Security, along with a working delegation, offered flowers and incense in tribute to heroic martyrs, visited and presented gifts to wounded and sick soldiers, policy families, and outstanding people with meritorious services in Gia Lai province, on July 19.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam highlighted the country's recent socio-economic achievements, recognising the significant contributions by the People's Public Security force, particularly the People's Police, senior police leaders over different periods and the Association of Former People's Public Security Officers through grassroots movements safeguarding national security.

Amidst the vibrant competitive atmosphere of the entire People's Public Security Forces to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the People's Security Force (July 12, 1946 – July 12, 2026), the Immigration Department held a ceremony, on the afternoon of July 11, 2026, in Hanoi, to commemorate this milestone and inaugurate the Immigration Command, Control and Operations Center.

A high-level delegation from the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security, led by Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Le Quoc Hung paid an official visit to the Republic of Peru.

Politburo Member and Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang, joined by other delegates, toured the "80 Years of the People's Security Force – The Silent Shield" exhibition space, on the evening of July 12.

As part of the "Peaceful Fatherland" Gala celebrating the 80th anniversary of the People's Security Forces, the Department of Homeland Security has set up a special exhibition pavilion at the Ho Guom walking street.

As part of his official visit to the Republic of Chile, Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Le Quoc Hung had talks with Chilean Deputy Minister of Public Security Héctor Bustamante.

To mark the 80th anniversary of the People’s Security Force (July 12, 1946 – July 12, 2026), the Ministry of Public Security (MPS), in coordination with the Hanoi People's Committee, grandly hosted a special art gala titled "Peaceful Fatherland," on the evening of July 12, 2026, at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, Hanoi.

Member of the Politburo and Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang received Ambassador of the French Republic to Vietnam Olivier Brochet, who paid a farewell visit to mark the end of his diplomatic tenure, on the morning of July 13, in Hanoi.

General Secretary and State President To Lam visited the Professional Techinical Center, a unit under the Department of Technical Services of the Ministry of Public Security, on the morning of July 6, in Hanoi.

The Department of Internal Political Security under the Ministry of Public Security held a gathering of current and former officers on the afternoon of July 3 in Hanoi to celebrate the 80th founding anniversary of the People's Security Force (July 12, 1946 – 2026).

Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang received Chairman of the Board of Directors of Japan's Yamato Group Nagao Yutaka, on the afternoon of July 6, in Hanoi.

The groundbreaking ceremony marked a significant milestone in implementing the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (also known as Hanoi Convention) and underscored Vietnam's commitment to strengthening international cooperation in building a safe, secure, trusted, and sustainable cyberspace.

Through music, storytelling and stage performances, the programme paid tribute to generations of officers and personnel who have contributed to safeguarding national security and maintaining peace and stability. It also offered the public a closer look at the force’s specialised responsibilities and the quiet sacrifices made in service of the nation.

The Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the Ministry of National Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hosted a national scientific conference, on Wednesday morning, titled: "Upholding Glorious Traditions: The People’s Security Force as the 'Shield and Sword' Safeguarding National Security in the New Era of Development."