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Life insurance market sees 4.3% growth in new policies
Investment-linked insurance accounted for 41.5% of newly issued policies.
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Deploying "AI Brain," Hanoi aims to cut recruitment and job-seeking time by 30–50%
Artificial intelligence will be deployed to automate candidate screening and job matching, targeting a 30% to 50% reduction in average corporate hiring timelines as well as waiting periods for job seekers.
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Da Nang proposes housing subsidies to attract top talent and experts
To build a high-tech and high-value economy, the central coastal city of Da Nang is seeking public feedback on a draft resolution offering substantial housing and accommodation subsidies to domestic and international experts, scientists, and top talents.
Deputy Prime Minister proposes reduction of electricity prices and gasoline tax in November
These measures are proposed in the context of needing to reduce energy costs and support production, business activities, and people's livelihoods.
Hue seeks investors for multi-billion urban projects
These projects span from the An Van Duong area to the northern part of the central city, creating opportunities for urban space development and attracting medium to long-term investment capital.
At least 22 banks commit to cutting lending rates
The reductions generally range from 1.5 to 2 percentage points per year compared with banks’ standard lending rates.
Gov’t rolls out action plan to attract and develop talent in key sectors
Annual state budget for talent development is expected to reach around 0.1 percent of GDP within the overall funding framework for science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
Facilitating foreigners' demand for housing
At a recent conference in northern Bac Ninh city, discussions focused on how the city’s growing FDI inflows and foreign workforce are driving up demand for both housing and homeownership and how this can be addressed.
Hanoi seeks 8,000 workers for key projects
The capital city's upcoming job fair is expected to gather 32 major enterprises and reputable contractors offering more than 8,000 competitive vacancies, providing immediate employment and on-site interview opportunities for job seekers.