Banking & Finance
Domestic gold prices drop to lowest level in four month
The selling prices of SJC-branded gold bars fell to VND165 million (around $6,273) per tael.
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Six cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Japan signed
The agreements have been signed as part of the official visit to Vietnam by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae from May 1-3.
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Decree on import duty cuts to 0% for certain fuel products takes effect until June 30
Under a newly-issued resolution of the Government, the validity of Decree No. 72/2026/ND-CP, which lowers preferential import duty rates on selected fuel products and raw materials to 0%, is extended until the end of June 30 this year.
Financial cooperation agreement between Vietnam and Austria signed
Under the agreement, Austria is set to fund €150 million for Vietnam's crucial socio-economic development projects over the next five years.
Unsecured loan cap for farmers to increase from July 1
The move is part of the Government efforts to promote agriculture and rural development.
Government approves VEC's charter capital increase by $1.48 bln
The increased capital creates conditions for ransport infrastructure development.
2% VAT reduction extends to end of 2026
The reduction applied for goods and services currently taxed at 10%, with some exceptions.
WHO commends Vietnam for increasing tobacco and alcohol tax
WHO Representative in Vietnam congratulated the Vietnamese Government on adopting increased and new taxes on these unhealthy products.
National Financial Supervisory Commission dissolved
The Commission's functions and tasks will be transferred to the Ministry of Finance, the State Bank of Viet Nam, the Government Inspectorate and the Government Office.