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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.
Legal obstacles to real estate market to be removed
A host of real estate projects around Vietnam have been delayed by legal issues, a recent forum heard, adding to growing housing supply shortages and skyrocketing property prices.
Draft decrees on decentralization must be submitted before June 10
The documents drafted by ministries and central agencies on decentralization and delegation of authority to local administration must be submitted to the Government before June 10, 2025.
Industrial production maintains positive growth in 5M
The index of industrial production (IIP) in the period up 8.8% year-on-year.
Private sector investment encouraged in high-quality hospitals and healthcare services
Vietnam’s healthcare system is currently undergoing profound changes driven by the Fourth Industrial Revolution, digital transformation, and innovation.
Campaign against counterfeit goods launched
In his newly released official dispatch, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested that the campaign must combat and repel smuggling, trade fraud, counterfeit goods, and infringements on intellectual property rights.
Central Steering Committee for national target programs set up
The committee shall assist the Prime Minister in directing and resolving general tasks related to the implementation of national target programs in the period of 2021 - 2025.