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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.
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.
24-26 years of imprisonment proposed for FLC former chairman
The proposal made for the charges of "fraudulent appropriation of property" and "stock market manipulation".
Vocational training to focus on smiconductor, hydrogen and carbon credits
There are 1,800 vocational schools natioinwide.
26.3 mln banking account owners completing biometric verification
The verification aimed at ensuring security for online transactions.
Businesses offer over 41,000 positions at job transaction session
Fields with major demand for workers include electronics, production and manufacturing and garments and textiles.
PM asks for continous efforts to streamline administrative procedures
PM Chinh chairing a monthly law-building session on July 24.
Labor market shows sign of recovery
The number of employed workers reaching 51.4 million.