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Banks asked to prioritize capital for production and business activities
More than 20 banks have announced preferential credit programs for businesses and priority sectors.
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Over $124 mln for upgrading the Pac Bo–Cao Bang section of the Ho Chi Minh Road
The Pac Bo-Cao Bang project was approved as the Ho Chi Minh Road is preparing to enter a new phase of investment, following the near completion of the objective of connecting the entire route with a basic two-lane configuration.
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Regional minimum wage officially set to rise from January 1, 2027
Effective on January 1, 2027, regional minimum wages for employees will officially increase by VND310,000 to VND390,000 ($12-15) per month, according to newly-released Government's Decree No. 399 which replaces Decree No. 293/2025/ND-CP.
Three Vietnamese business woman honored in Fortune’s list of 100 most powerful women in Asia
Vietnam has three representatives on the list: Ms. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, Chairwoman of VietJet Air; Ms. Mai Kieu Lien, CEO of Vinamilk and Ms. Nguyen Duc Thach Diem, CEO of Sacombank.
HCM City pilots public administrative service center
It is aimed at enhancing the quality of administrative procedure processing to better serve citizens and businesses.
PM and WEF Executive Chairman highlight youth’s role in smart era
At the meeting with nearly 500 students in Hanoi on October 7, Prof. Klaus Schwab held that in the present global context, Vietnam should maintain a neutral stance, positioning itself as a bridge for global efforts to address common challenges.
Agriculture on way to recovery from Typhoon Yagi
PM launches movement to build, repair houses for the needy
At the launching ceremony, more than VND5.93 trillion ($239.4 million) have been donated.
An Giang province plans 2,500 social houes by 2025
Over 1,900 social houses expected for completion this year.