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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.
First 600,000 train passes to be issued for metro line in HCM City
The first metro line of the city ready for commercial operations.
Skills forecast report for the port industry launched
The report helping Government and businesses to further understand about future labor demand and trends.
Residential index up in Hanoi but down in HCM City
Savills Vietnam releasing latest report on Vietnam's real estate trends.
Domestic gold prices kept unchanged for 20 consecutive days
The central bank taking drastic measures to stabilize the market.
More drastic measures to be taken for having EC “yellow card” warning removed
High concentration requested on urgent and key tasks and solutions from now to September, ensuring there are specific data and proven results to work with the EC inspection team.
Cat Tien national park officially named in IUCN green list
The park became the second in Vietnam to achieve the distinction.