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A new tax policy
A transition from a presumptive taxation regime to a declaration-based regime on household and individual businesses got underway on January 1, 2026.
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National gold trading floor is to be established
In a recent Directive from Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, the State Bank of Vietnam was asked to closely monitor the gold market and synchronously implement solutions to manage gold trading activities.
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An attractive destination for Australian businesses
Data gleaned from a recent survey has Vietnam leading Southeast Asia for Australian business expansion, topping its peers in growth considerations and near-term investment plans.
PM asks for early commercialization of low-Earth-orbit satellite internet services in 2026
This is one among key tasks outlined by the Government leader to boost science and technology development, innovation, and digital transformation.
Vietnam's Dairy Industry Development Strategy approved
The strategy aimed at building a modern, sustainable sector integrated into global value chains.
Minimum wage proposed to increase
If the proposal is accepted, the new wage level will be applied by Mid-2026
Domestic gold prices drop during God of Wealth Day
The gap between domestic and global gold prices down 26.7% from the peak recorded on January 30.
Maximum deposit insurance payout proposed to increase by 2.8 times
Since 2000, the deposit insurance limit in Vietnam has been adjusted three times, with the 2025 value increased by approximately 4.16 times compared to 2000.
Ho Chi Minh Road segment from Nam Can to Dat Mui, in Ca Mau province, proposed to expand
Preliminary investment capital for the project is estimated at more than billion VND5.4 trillion (over $206.7 million).