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Retail sales of goods and services hit $96.8bln in 4M
Broad-based expansion across retail and services signaling a continued recovery in consumer demand.
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Legal foundation for a carbon market in Vietnam
Myriad legal instruments have been introduced over the last few years as Vietnam prepares to establish and operate a carbon market.
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Conflict risks for logistics services
Logistics providers as well as importers and exporters are all exposed to the risks stemming from events in the Middle East.
Gov't to provide 400,000 smart phones to poor households in five years
The policy shall be implemented from April 30, 2026 to December 31, 2030, according to a program approved by the Government on May 1, 2026.
Six cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Japan signed
The agreements have been signed as part of the official visit to Vietnam by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae from May 1-3.
New decrees effective in May 2026
Under a new Government Decree, E-cigarette smokers shall be fined up to VND5 million.
HCMC breaks ground on massive projects, paving the way for 'mega-city' status
The Metro Line No. 2 (Ben Thanh – Thu Thiem section), located in the new Thu Thiem urban area, has a total investment of nearly VND46.3 trillion ($1.73 billion).
Decree on import duty cuts to 0% for certain fuel products takes effect until June 30
Under a newly-issued resolution of the Government, the validity of Decree No. 72/2026/ND-CP, which lowers preferential import duty rates on selected fuel products and raw materials to 0%, is extended until the end of June 30 this year.
Government issues 8 resolutions to streamline administrative procedures and business conditions
Under these resolutions, the Government decided to abolish 184 administrative procedures, simplify 394 administrative procedures, and decentralize 134 administrative procedures to local authorities.