Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) and the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) are responding to exam fraud cases, but approaches differ between the provinces of Tuyen Quang and Quang Tri. MOET stated that penalties for candidates in Tuyen Quang will be determined based on the conclusions of ongoing investigations by relevant authorities. The MPS echoed this stance, advocating for consequences proportionate to the findings of the inquiry. This suggests a case-by-case approach, prioritizing thorough investigation before enacting punishments. The differing responses have raised questions regarding consistency in handling academic dishonesty across the country. Authorities have not yet detailed specific irregularities or the extent of the fraud in either province. The investigation remains ongoing with “clarification driving consequences” as the guiding principle.