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Hanoi's fiscal capacity and its ambitious metro line scheme
Hanoi’s ambitious metro line expansion will require far more than fiscal capacity and new financing tools to deliver on its promise.
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Vietnam's transport sector maintains strong growth in first half of 2026
In the first six months of the year, carriers transported 3.4 billion passengers, up 18.8% from the same period in 2025, while passenger traffic rose 12.2% to 170.7 billion passenger-kms.
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New regulations on exit bans for tax debtors
Under Decree No. 252/2026/ND-CP, individuals engaged in business activities and heads of household businesses will be subject to a temporary exit ban if they are under tax enforcement measures and owe at least VND50 million (nearly $2,000) in overdue taxes for more than 120 days.
PM launches new year of operations at Tan Cang - Cai Mep Port
Deep-water container port in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province boasts the largest throughput in Vietnam.
Exports to Saudi Arabia must follow Halal certification requirements
Key export products include seafood, cashew nuts, garments and textiles, and phones and components.
Customs agencies continue improving export-import activities
Farm produce, particularly fresh fruit and vegetables, prioritized in customs clearance.
Vietjet opens more international route
New route connects Ho Chi Minh City and China’s Chengdu.
Vietnam the world’s second-largest footwear exporter
Footwear export revenue hit $20.2 billion in 2023.
Thua Thien-Hue becoming investment destination for global corporations
Central province has attracted major groups such as Carlsberg, Banyan Tree, Scavi, and Caribbean Cruise.