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Vietnam's June inflation eases as consumer prices decline from previous month
The consumer price index (CPI) down 0.39% in June from previous month.
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Ministry facilitates overseas employment via non-profit programs in key markets
These programs operate on the principles of transparency and low cost, with many offering 100% support for tuition fees and airfare. Participants are entitled to wages and welfare benefits equivalent to those of local workers in the host countries.
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Vietnam's online electronics sales surge 52% in first five months
Total revenue from the electronics segment across Vietnam's four largest e-commerce platforms (Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada and Tiki) reaching VND8.15 trillion ($311 million) in the period.
Vietnam’s labor market amid ongoing global volatility
Ms. Sinwon Park, Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Office in Vietnam, spoke with Thu Hang about Vietnam’s labor market amid ongoing volatility and why businesses must move beyond relying on low labor costs.
Work starts on $5.6 bln high-speed rail linking Hanoi and Quang Ninh
Once operational, travel time between Hanoi and Quang Ninh is expected to be slashed to just 23 minutes—five to seven times faster than current travel options.
Tax resolution on petrol, oil, aviation fuel adopted
The resolution introducing key provisions on environmental protection tax, value-added tax and excise tax applicable to petrol, oil and aviation fuel passed by the National Assembly on April 12 takes effect from April 16, 2026, to June 30, 2026.
No instant ban on petrol-powered transport as Hanoi takes measured approach for Ring Road 1
Under the current plan, starting July 1, 2026, Hanoi will begin piloting "Low Emission Zones" (LEZ) in certain areas within Ring Road 1.
Trade ministry considers E10 biofuel rollout from April 2026
Major fuel traders, such as Petrolimex and PVOIL, have reportedly completed basic infrastructure preparations for the shift.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung outlined three strategic breakthroughs
Speaking at a group discussion during the 16th National Assembly’s first session on April 10, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung stressed that Institutional bottlenecks must be fully resolved in 2026.