Society
Hanoi targets having only green buses by 2035
From 2026 to 2035, Vietnam’s capital will change its bus fleet to half electric and half LNG/CNG.
Business
Industry and Trade minister agrees on three electricity supply scenarios for 2025
Minister Nguyen Hong Dien emphasized the importance of preventing any imbalance between electricity supply and demand under any circumstances.
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Vietnam’s CRI Index on way to being improved
A recently-released index on inequality found Vietnam to be improving in some respects but slipping in others.
Social media users in Vietnam must be authenticated
The authentication process will have to be done by social media platforms within 90 days from December 25, 2024, under the Government's Decree No. 147/2024/ND-CP.
Japan's Sakai ready to support Da Nang in carbon neutrality
The city also aims to expand cooperation with Da Nang in investment, trade, and tourism.
Construction of new Phong Chau bridge to begin in December
The new bridge, which will be located in northern Phu Tho province's Tam Nong and Lam Thao districts, is expected to be completed in December, 2025.
Mobile network coverage gaps expected for elimination by June, 2025
A draft decree guiding the implementation of the 2023 Law on Telecommunications will create more flexible regulatory environment for the construction of telecommunications towers in remote areas.
63% of Vietnamese cosumers to increase spending on essential goods: survey
Inflation considered the leading risk for consumers.
National Biodervsity Conservation Plan for 2021-2030 approved
The plan targets to increase, restore and preserve natural ecosystem.