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Vietnam cuts average retail electricity price by 2% from November 1
The reduction marking the first time the average electricity price has been lowered in 20 years.
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Vietnam proposes three ASEAN agriculture and forestry cooperation priorities for 2026-2030
At the 48th Meeting of ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (AMAF), Vietnam proposed three priorities, including enhancing food security and the resilience of agricultural supply chains, and fostering innovation.
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HCMC urged to align 100-year vision with population trends and housing needs
According to the HCM City Real Estate Association (HoREA), the southern city’s population forecasting is one of the most important foundations for determining housing demand and planning urban space.
Series of projects set for launch
Each ministry, sector, locality, buiness group, general corporation, private enterprise, and FDI enterprise strives to have at least 2 projects or works eligible for inauguration or groundbreaking.
Hanoi clarifies work permit exemptions for foreign labor
This aims to address difficulties and obstacles faced by businesses, agencies, organizations, and units employing foreign workers regarding the implementation of Decree No. 219.
Hanoi approves route plan for metro line 5 connecting Van Cao to Hoa Lac
The nearly 40-km line will comprise 20 stations, including 6 underground stations, 3 elevated stations, and 11 at-grade stations.
Program unveiled to boost environmental industry, aims for recycling hubs
The program also aims to attract foreign investment into the environmental industry, progressing towards the export of certain advantageous environmental industrial technologies, equipment, and products.
Con Dao island officially connected to national power grid
The 110kV Con Dao Substation was inaugurated on September 4.
Ninh Binh to auction two prime "golden land" plots
Application documents for this auction will be sold from August 29 to September 17.