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Plan approved to boost bilateral trade with Cambodia for 2025-2026
It demonstrates the interest and appreciation for the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Cambodia.
Banking & Finance
Central bank proposes 2% loan support for green and ESG projects
Eligible borrowers would include entities undertaking projects certified as green, circular, or ESG-compliant.
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Key economic and social policies take effect in October 2025
Among the most notable is the Corporate Income Tax Law 2025, recently promulgated by the National Assembly, which will be effective from October 1.
CPI increases 3.26% in 7M
The growth was driven primarily by higher costs in housing repairs, food, and dining services.
ADB, Thu Dau Mot Water Sign Deal for Water Expansion Project
Under the agreement, the Asian Development Bank will provide a $6-million loan to expand the Bau Bang water treatment plant in Ho Chi Minh City.
Financial leasing encouraged for green growth
Mr. Nguyen Thieu Son, CEO of BIDV-SuMi TRUST Leasing (BSL), tells Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy how financial leasing, or asset leasing, can drive green growth and empower SMEs in Vietnam’s new development phase.
Resources to be mobilized for establishment of International Finance Center
At a conference on August 2, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted that the IFC will play a role in elevating Vietnam’s position in the global value chain of finance, investment and high-end services.
Central bank raises credit growth quota to support economic development
As of July 28, total outstanding loans increased 9.64% compared to the end of last year.
New tax calculation on real estate transaction proposed
The MoC stated that this new tax calculation will help deter speculation and prevent excessive price inflation in the real estate market.