Society
Banks asked to prioritize capital for production and business activities
More than 20 banks have announced preferential credit programs for businesses and priority sectors.
Society
Over $124 mln for upgrading the Pac Bo–Cao Bang section of the Ho Chi Minh Road
The Pac Bo-Cao Bang project was approved as the Ho Chi Minh Road is preparing to enter a new phase of investment, following the near completion of the objective of connecting the entire route with a basic two-lane configuration.
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Regional minimum wage officially set to rise from January 1, 2027
Effective on January 1, 2027, regional minimum wages for employees will officially increase by VND310,000 to VND390,000 ($12-15) per month, according to newly-released Government's Decree No. 399 which replaces Decree No. 293/2025/ND-CP.
Renewing social welfare structure
As Vietnam grapples with the initial stages of population aging, the demographic shift also offers the chance to reconsider and renew its social welfare structure.
HCMC hits 95% public investment disbursement with 49 new projects in 9 months
Key priority and urgent projects backed by municipal budgetary funding were disbursed at rates far exceeding the citywide average
National Assembly Chairman: Transition from pre-inspection to post-inspection must create breakthroughs for digital economy development
Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man emphasized that the amendment of the Postal Law must facilitate businesses, reduce market entry barriers, and promote the digital economy. At the same time, it should establish a substantive post-inspection mechanism to protect consumer rights and ensure the security and safety of the postal network.
Second session of the 16th National Assembly opens
The session is expected to review and approve 43 laws, legal resolutions, and decisions on many important issues regarding socio-economic matters, the state budget, and public investment for 2027.
Direct flights drive Vietnam’s tourism promotion in Netherlands
The Vietnam tourism promotion program in Amsterdam introduced Vietnam’s culture, heritage, and destination potential while strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation.
Vietnam links tourism and domestic trade to boost sales of local products
Close relationship between tourism development and the domestic market plays impotant role in expanding sales opportunities, increasing tourist spending and enhancing the value of Vietnamese products.