Amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the early spring of the Year of the Horse 2026, the Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex/the Group) was honoured to welcome Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son to its headquarters at No. 01 Kham Thien, Hanoi. The Deputy Prime Minister visited to lead a working session and provide strategic guidance on the Group’s key tasks for 2026 and the following years.

Accompanying the delegation were Mr. Hoang Vuong – Director General of the Department of Industry under the Government Office, along with representatives from the Department of Administration and Finance of the Government Office.

On the side of Petrolimex, the meeting was attended by Mr. Pham Van Thanh,  Party Secretary and Chairman of the Board of Management; Mr. Luu Van Tuyen, Deputy Party Secretary and General Director; as well as members of the Board of Management, the Board of Directors, and leaders of the Group’s subsidiary companies.

Reporting to the Deputy Prime Minister, Mr. Pham Van Thanh, Party Secretary and Chairman of the Board of Management of Petrolimex, stated that, in strict adherence to Government directives, the Group proactively developed and implemented comprehensive measures to ensure the petroleum supply for the 2026 Lunar New Year (Year of the Horse) or Tet. With a distribution network spanning 34 provinces and cities, Petrolimex maintained a full and seamless supply before, during, and after the Tet holiday, ensuring that no supply disruptions occurred in any region. Sales volume recorded positive growth compared to the same period last year.

Alongside the mission of securing the fuel supply, the Group placed a high priority on safety and security protocols across its entire system. During the peak holiday period, no incidents occurred regarding fire, environmental hazards, or occupational safety, and there were no casualties or property damage reported.

The Group’s chairman affirmed that ensuring a steady petroleum supply is not only a commercial requirement but also a vital political responsibility of a State-owned enterprise, reflecting its commitment to strictly following the directions of the Government and the Prime Minister.

Upholding a 70-year tradition, ensuring energy supply for the national economy

Addressing the working session, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son acknowledged and commended Petrolimex for its outstanding efforts and business performance over the past year, particularly its success in ensuring a stable petroleum supply during the 2026 Lunar New Year. The Deputy Prime Minister noted that the warm and joyful atmosphere of the Tet holiday nationwide was significantly bolstered by the sufficient supply of energy—including both petroleum and electricity—for daily life and production.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasised that, with its 70-year tradition of establishment and development, Petrolimex must continue to play its core role in safeguarding national energy security. The Group must maintain a steady supply of petroleum—the "lifeblood of the economy"—even under challenging circumstances, to support socio-economic development and macroeconomic stability.

Furthermore, the Deputy Prime Minister highly praised the spirit of solidarity and unity shared by the leadership and the entire workforce of Petrolimex. He stated that collective strength, discipline, and responsibility would serve as the foundation for the Group to maintain its position as a key State-owned enterprise in the petroleum sector. The Government, he pledged, remains committed to accompanying and supporting Petrolimex, creating the necessary conditions for the Group to achieve its established goals.

Petrolimex proactively leads the strategic transition to E10 biofuel

The Deputy Prime Minister requested that Petrolimex play a pivotal role in implementing the roadmap for transitioning to biofuel, in accordance with the Government’s strategic plan.

To achieve this, the Group must:

• Proactively develop communication strategies to ensure the public clearly understands the benefits of E10 biofuel and feels confident in its usage.

• Contribute actively to the market transition, providing comprehensive solutions in technology, technical standards, and operational implementation.

• Strengthen international cooperation to adopt advanced technologies and global best practices for the "greening" of the energy sector.

• Coordinate on national petroleum reserve strategies, participating in the planning and investment of storage and tank systems to meet long-term energy security requirements.

Mr. Pham Van Thanh, Party Secretary and Chairman of Petrolimex, respectfully acknowledged the Deputy Prime Minister’s directives. He affirmed that the Group would continue to uphold its traditions while strictly maintaining "Discipline – Order – Solidarity – Responsibility". Petrolimex is committed to ensuring a seamless distribution network and a stable petroleum supply under all circumstances.

As a key State-owned enterprise in the energy sector, Petrolimex pledges to execute the Government’s instructions with the highest efficiency. The Group will proactively organise its assigned tasks, contributing to macroeconomic stability, safeguarding national energy security, and successfully realising the goals of green transition and sustainable development in this new era.

Following the working session with the Deputy Prime Minister, leaders from the Department of State Enterprise Development (Ministry of Finance) also visited and held a meeting with Petrolimex to mark the start of the Lunar New Year 2026.

During the session, Mr. Vu Hong Phuong, Director General of the Department of State Enterprise Development, highly commended the pivotal role of the Vietnam National Petroleum Group (Petrolimex) in maintaining a stable and seamless petroleum supply, which has been vital to national energy security. He further urged the Group to remain resolute in its efforts, deploying decisive solutions to achieve the business targets set for 2026.

In response to the Department’s guidance, Mr. Luu Van Tuyen, Deputy Party Secretary and General Director of Petrolimex, affirmed that the Group successfully fulfilled its mission of ensuring safe and uninterrupted fuel supplies before, during, and after the 2026 Lunar New Year. This success has played a key role in stabilising the market and supporting the nation’s socio-economic development.

As it embarks on 2026, Petrolimex is committed to implementing a synchronised suite of solutions across governance, business operations, and investment. The Group aims to enhance operational efficiency and strive for double-digit growth, thereby making a significant contribution to the nation’s overall economic growth in line with the Government’s strategic direction.