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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.
A gap remains in natural disaster insurance
The recent typhoon in Vietnam’s north highlighted the economic peril that can come for businesses and individuals from inadequate or no insurance coverage.
Phu Tho opens pontoon bridge after tragic collapse
The bridge is open for traffic daily from 6 am to 10 pm, starting from September 30.
Quang Tri province focuses on night economy development
By 2030, the province targets attracting more than 4 million tourists, with 35% participating in night economy.
Efforts to address the Typhoon Yagi aftermath
Widespread measures have been taken to urgently deal with the consequences of Typhoon Yagi and the subsequent floods and landslides.
Five lessons from response to typhoon Yagi to be drawn
At a hybrid conference on September 28, PM Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the swift and coordinated response to the typhoon.
ADB approves $2 mln grant to support Vietnam’s typhoon Yagi aftermath recovery
The new grant from ADB will support wider government efforts to deliver immediate humanitarian relief