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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.
Đong Nai seeks investors for social housing projects
The southern province aims to break ground on five social housing projects in 2024.
Russia granted 35 tons of humanitarian aid to Vietnam’s Typhoon Yagi victims
The handover ceremony was held in Hanoi on September 20.
Vietnam Cyber Security Day designated
August 6 designated as Vietnam Cyber Security Day under Prime Ministerial Decision signed on September 20.
Government sets major tasks to promote production and business recovery after typhoon
Property losses are estimated at more than VND50 trillion (nearly $2 billion), which is forecast to slow this year’s GDP growth by around 0.15%.
Vietnam receives over $13 mln pledged for Typhoon Yagi recovery
Aid has been distributed to affected regions, including northern mountainous provinces of Yen Bai, Lao Cai, Cao Bang, Tuyen Quang, and Lang Son.
Power supply resumed for 99% of typhoon-affected customers
Power restored for more than 6 million affected customers, as of September 17.