Society
Banks asked to prioritize capital for production and business activities
More than 20 banks have announced preferential credit programs for businesses and priority sectors.
Society
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.
PM directs measures to respond to rains and floods in the North of Vietnam
Northern region forecast to experience heavy downpours of up to 400 mm.
Challenges from labor quality
Vietnam’s continued development needs to be matched by the skills and knowledge of its workforceskills and knowledge of its workforce.
Elevated section of Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line starts commercial operation
This is the second metro line operational in the capital city.
Deputy PM asks for urgent implementation of tasks against IUU fishing
Inspection teams to be sent to localities.
Central bank proposes preferential rates for social housing buyers
The State Bank of Vietnam suggesting preferential rates at from 3 to 5 percentage points lower than average lending interest rate.
Former FLC Group chairman sentenced to 21 years in prison
He was sentenced for charge of "fraudulent appropriation of property" and "stock market manipulation".