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.
Revised land and housing laws and law on real estate business to take effect from August 1
They were adopted by the 15th National Assembly at its recent 7th session.
Nhon - Hanoi Railway Station metro line expected for commercial operation before July 28
The project already receiving safety certification, an important basis for commercial operation.
PM asks for proactive response to typhoon
The typhoon forecast to bring heavy rains to northern region.
Thanh Hoa invites investors to build residential, trade service complex
Total investment capital estimated at $12.4 million.
Apartment price in HCM City up 15-20% in 2015-2023
The price of affordable apartments rising to $1,571-2,357 per sq m in 2023.
Hanoi sets aside 15 land plots for social housing construction
Each land plot expected to build 2,000 units.