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.
Society
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.
Higher tax rates for alcoholic beverages are likely to raise concern among experts
VET organized a dialogue recently on ‘Ensuring Sustainable Benefits from Revising the Excise Tax Law for Alcoholic Beverages’ to seek opinions on proposed increases to special consumption tax rates, issues arising from the proposal, and the impact on various stakeholders.
Domestic gold price up again
The price increasing by $31.4 per tael.
Amendements to the Excise Tax Law under discussion
A July 31 VET dialogue heard from experts on a proposal to increase taxes on alcoholic beverages to curb the negative impact on health and society.
Workshop highlights Vietnam’s efforts in EU deforestation regulation preparedness
EUDR compliance ensuring sustainable and deforestation-free production.
Mine collapse kills five in Quang Ninh province
PM Pham Minh Chinh requested relevant units urgently deal with the consequences.
CPI up 4.12% while core inflattion rising 2.73% in 7M
Increase of petroleum price and household electricity consumption demand attributed to the CIP rise.