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Trade ministry considers E10 biofuel rollout from April 2026
Major fuel traders, such as Petrolimex and PVOIL, have reportedly completed basic infrastructure preparations for the shift.
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Banks agree to cut interest rates following meeting with new Governor
This move comes as several banks have been aggressively competing for capital, causing market interest rates to spike in recent times.
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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.
Vietnam's gaming revenue on track to exceed $430 mln in 2025
Vietnam currently ranks number one globally for game downloads on Google Play, with 6.1 billion downloads in 2024—equivalent to over 11,600 downloads every minute.
Hanoi – Amsterdam: From Heart to Heart – a journey of gratitude, connection, and legacy
A global alumni journey honors Hanoi–Amsterdam’s legacy and Amsterdam’s solidarity, strengthening cultural ties between Vietnam and the Netherlands.
Vietnam puts fake luxury goods on public display
The showcased items include handbags, leather wallets, footwear, watches, perfumes, and cosmetics, many of which bear packaging, logos, and labels that infringe on well-known trademarks.
Campaign launched to prevent online fraud and scam
The campaign is jointly organized by the Ministry of Public Security and Google.
Police bust $76 mln high-tech fraud ring
The gang operated through two “branches” based in Myanmar and the Philippines, structured similarly to corporate entities.
Personal data protection to be reinforced by law
Cybersecurity experts told a recent summit that Vietnamese businesses must view data protection as an integral part of their customer relationships.