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Toward fair compensation for land recovery

The legal framework surrounding Transit-Oriented Development must fully address compensation, resettlement, and livelihood restoration policies for affected residents.

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Hanoi's special task force for social housing established

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Quang Ninh targets $2.6bln in tourism revenue in 2026

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HCMC unveils climate change response plan to 2030, vision to 2050

The southern city is steering toward a low-carbon economy by integrating climate change adaptation and mitigation solutions into its socio-economic development planning.

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In need of a comprehensive national land database

Plans are in place to ensure a full and complete land database is compiled and ensure that every land parcel is assigned a digital record

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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Toward fair compensation for land recovery

Hanoi's special task force for social housing established

Quang Ninh targets $2.6bln in tourism revenue in 2026

HCMC unveils climate change response plan to 2030, vision to 2050

In need of a comprehensive national land database

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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