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.
New economic policies take effect from May, 2025
New regulations cover statistical classification by economic sectors, foreign investors' purchase of shares of Vietnamese credit institutions, and petroleum trading.
Danang aims to establish an International Financial Center by 2030
The center is envisioned to become a hub for innovation, green finance, and sustainable investment in the Asia-Pacific region.
Government commits favourable conditions for firms expand investment in international financial centers
The draft resolution on the establishment of international financial centers in Vietnam expected to be passed in May.
New trading system of Vietnam Securities Market to be rolled out from May 5
The KRX trading system offering a wider range of functionalities.
A key role of monetary and fiscal policies
Monetary and fiscal policies have a key role to play as Vietnam continues to green its economy.
Vietnam Airlines and Vietcombank ink deal to buy 50 narrow-body aircraft
Vietcombank will arrange finance for the airline for prepayments and long-term loans during the 2026-2032 period.