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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.
Nearly 66,000 workers sent abroad in 5M
The figure accounts for around 53% of the annual target.
HSBC provides the social loan for Gene Solutions
The social loan will help Gene Solutions increase Southeast Asian mass population’s accessibility and affordability to essential healthcare services
Investment in edtech startups surged
Analysts share their insights regarding investment into edtech (education technology) startups in Vietnam during the opening months of 2024 and their thoughts on the future.
Vietnam to implement international convention for ballast water management
Under a plan approved on June 14, Vietnam will work to control and prevent maritime pollution.
PM asks to enhance livestock and poultry disease prevention and control
In his June 16 dispatch, the PM ordered localities to completely handle disease outbreaks and prevent new ones from arising.
Thirteen universities from Vietnam featured in THE’s Impact Rankings 2024
The figure increased by 4 compared to last year ranking.