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Vietnamese railway stations form twinning partnerships with French counterparts

Through these partnerships, VNR aims to advance bilateral cooperation in three key areas: exchanging expertise on preserving and promoting railway heritage; sharing insights on developing railway stations integrated with tourism, commercial services, and multimodal transport; and co-promoting railway tourism products.

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Vietnam plans over $1.75 bln for 2026–2030 anti-drug and crime program

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Vietnam targets 4.5 percent inflation with five solution groups

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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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Vietnam welcomes 19.5 million foreign visitors in ten months

China led the top ten source markets in the ten-month period with nearly 4.4 million arrivals, followed by South Korea with 3.4 million, Russia with 1.25 million, and Taiwan (China) with 1.07 million.

Connectivity key

Better infrastructure and revitalized urban areas are tipped to drive growth in housing demand in Vietnam’s major cities, especially where public transport offers convenience.

November 05, 2026

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.

November 05, 2026

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.

November 05, 2026

Ho Chi Minh City sells nearly 3,300 apartments to foreigners

According to current regulations, foreign organizations and individuals are allowed to own up to 30 percent of the apartments in a condominium building. For individual houses, foreigners can own no more than 250 units in an area with a population equivalent to a ward.

November 04, 2026

To reflect practical conditions

A number of amendments are contained within the draft revised Law on Housing, including rules on homeownership by foreign organizations and individuals.

November 04, 2026

An Giang approves plan to designate Phu Quoc as a Special Economic Zone

Under the development strategy, Phu Quoc island is envisioned as an internationally competitive center for marine eco-tourism and services, supported by trade, logistics, and marine economic industries.

November 04, 2026

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Vietnamese railway stations form twinning partnerships with French counterparts

Vietnam plans over $1.75 bln for 2026–2030 anti-drug and crime program

Vietnam targets 4.5 percent inflation with five solution groups

Banks asked to prioritize capital for production and business activities

Vietnam welcomes 19.5 million foreign visitors in ten months

Connectivity key

Over $124 mln for upgrading the Pac Bo–Cao Bang section of the Ho Chi Minh Road

Regional minimum wage officially set to rise from January 1, 2027

Ho Chi Minh City sells nearly 3,300 apartments to foreigners

To reflect practical conditions

An Giang approves plan to designate Phu Quoc as a Special Economic Zone

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