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Vietnam drafts resolution to waive late tax filing penalties through mid-2028

The Ministry of Finance has submitted a draft resolution to the Government proposing special mechanisms to resolve tax compliance bottlenecks, including a 30 to 70 percent reduction in late filing penalties and the cancellation of late payment interest for inactive taxpayers through June 30, 2028.

Vietnam Today

Deputy Prime Minister proposes reduction of electricity prices and gasoline tax in November

Digital Biz

Pressure mounts to speed up science and tech budget payout

Banking & Finance

HSBC arranges $105 million green loan for EVNNPC's energy storage investment

The $105-million international syndicated green loan arranged by HSBC will assist the Vietnam Electricity's Northern Power Corporation (EVNNPC) in deploying energy storage systems at 70 existing substations, aiming to enhance load demand response capabilities and mitigate the risk of grid overload.

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A step up the capital ladder

FTSE Russell’s upgrade opens Vietnam’s stock market to global capital but retaining long-term investment remains the key challenge.

At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates

The reductions generally range from 1.5 to 2 percentage points per year compared with banks’ standard lending rates.

October 28, 2026

Southeast Region attracts 35% of total bank lending

The region reporting outstanding loans of nearly VND6.8 quadrillion ($258 billion) by the end of September.

October 27, 2026

HCM City targets $19 billion in foreign investment in 2026

The city is prioritising high-quality FDI in finance, technology, digital transformation, the green economy, sustainable development and innovation.

October 27, 2026

Taking convenience a step further

Participants at a recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum shared their thoughts on promoting cross-border QR code payments.

October 26, 2026

Rising costs not customers

Revenue increases in the food and beverage sector detailed in a recent report appear to stem from higher prices rather than growing demand.

October 25, 2026

Broader access to purchasing power

A recent Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy forum heard how Vietnam’s cross-border QR payment system is entering a new era of expansion.

October 24, 2026

Digital Biz

Vietnam drafts resolution to waive late tax filing penalties through mid-2028

Deputy Prime Minister proposes reduction of electricity prices and gasoline tax in November

Pressure mounts to speed up science and tech budget payout

HSBC arranges $105 million green loan for EVNNPC's energy storage investment

A step up the capital ladder

At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates

Southeast Region attracts 35% of total bank lending

HCM City targets $19 billion in foreign investment in 2026

Taking convenience a step further

Rising costs not customers

Broader access to purchasing power

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