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Prime Minister Le Minh Hung outlined three strategic breakthroughs

Speaking at a group discussion during the 16th National Assembly’s first session on April 10, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung stressed that Institutional bottlenecks must be fully resolved in 2026.

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Heavy pressure on agricultural and seafood exports

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Banks agree to cut interest rates following meeting with new Governor

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Hanoi and HCMC to mandate motorcycle emission testing from July 2027

This timeline is part of the roadmap for implementing the National Technical Regulation on emission standards for motorcycles and mopeds, recently enacted by the Prime Minister.

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First aviation training facility in Vietnam meets European standards

Vietnam Aircraft Engineering Company has been certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) as a maintenance training organization under EASA Part 147 standards.

Regional minimum wage proposed for 7.2% increase from 2026

If approved by the Government, the regional minimum wage shall increase by VND350,000-500,000 ($15.5-22.2) per month from the current ones, depending on each region.

July 13, 2025

Amended Law on Special Consumption Tax promulgated

Under the amended law, the tax rate for spirits (20% alcohol or higher) will rise from 65% in 2026 to 90% by 2031.

July 13, 2025

Some 18 new laws officially promulgated

Most of the new laws, announced by the Presidential Office on July 11, will take effect on January 1, 2026.

July 12, 2025

Finance ministry proposes extension of 50% environmental tax cut on fuels

The extension expected to last through 2026.

July 12, 2025

Tax and fee reduction and breaks total $3.67 bln in H1

Of the total, valued added tax (VAT), corporate income tax, personal income tax, and land rental fee extension was estimated at over VND51.3 trillion ($1.95 billion).

July 11, 2025

Hanoi to ban plastic bags and foam food containers in stores from 2028

The Resolution details measures to cut plastic waste across all sectors, including manufacturing, commerce, services, and daily household activities.

July 11, 2025

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Prime Minister Le Minh Hung outlined three strategic breakthroughs

Heavy pressure on agricultural and seafood exports

Banks agree to cut interest rates following meeting with new Governor

Hanoi and HCMC to mandate motorcycle emission testing from July 2027

First aviation training facility in Vietnam meets European standards

Regional minimum wage proposed for 7.2% increase from 2026

Amended Law on Special Consumption Tax promulgated

Some 18 new laws officially promulgated

Finance ministry proposes extension of 50% environmental tax cut on fuels

Tax and fee reduction and breaks total $3.67 bln in H1

Hanoi to ban plastic bags and foam food containers in stores from 2028

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