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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.
Health Science University is to be established
Outstanding realtors to be honored
Vietnam Real Estate Brokerage Day 2024 to be marked.
Joint action & innovation solutions for cleaner air in Hanoi
The move launched ahead of World Environment Day.
Some $4.8 bln needed for national cultural development program
The program expected to preserve cultural heritage and promote country's position and human development.
Vietnam ranks sixth at Asia-Pacific Informatics Olympiad
Vietnamese students won one gold and six silver medals.
Electricity consumption reaches a record of 1billion kWh per day
Intense heat waves blamed for strong increase in electricity consumption.